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CNC Turning

CNC Turning in action

Creating prototypes from technical designs using a computer controlled lathe that cuts to ultra-fine specifications.

CNC Turning could be for you if you like:

  • Complex problems
  • Making things
  • Using computers
  • Using tools

More about CNC Turning

When engineers want to know if a specific part of a design is going to work, they look to CNC Turning. The finished article is used to create pieces of machinery that are often highly-complex. A typical car has around 10,000 parts alone.

A trained operator will be familiar with many types of materials, ensuring the dimensions of the finished piece exactly match the design specifications.


Recent medallists in CNC Turning

WorldSkills Lyon 2024

  • Photo of Junsu Kim

    Junsu Kim

    Korea
    Gold

  • Photo of Daimu Tazawa

    Daimu Tazawa

    Japan
    Silver

  • Photo of Manbing Chen

    Manbing Chen

    China
    Silver

  • Photo of Paramin Phakutlo

    Paramin Phakutlo

    Thailand
    Silver

  • Photo of João Lucas Gomes Guimarães

    João Lucas Gomes Guimarães

    Brazil
    Silver

  • Photo of YONG-XUAN LIN

    YONG-XUAN LIN

    Chinese Taipei
    Bronze

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Our partners

As a worldwide leading manufacturer of machine tools, the integrated technology and automation solutions of DMG MORI cover turning and milling machines, as well as ULTRASONIC, LASERTEC and ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING. For WorldSkills Competitions it provides CNC machines, technical support and offers comprehensive training programmes to competitors.

As the leading manufacturer of CAM software for industrial applications and the education sector, Mastercam streamlines the entire production process from concept through completion. A Global Partner of WorldSkills International, Mastercam seeks to help talented youth build proficiency in four skills and prepare them for competition.

The world’s leading volume manufacturer of precision dimensional measuring equipment with product lines that range from basic hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and dial gauges to the most accurate and sophisticated coordinate, contour, and form measuring machines With a workforce of more than 5,100 and a presence in more than 80 countries, Mitutoyo offers general metrological training for industry.

As a leader in electrification, automation and digitalization, Siemens offers automation hardware and software in sectors from automobiles to steel in more than 200 countries. It seeks to raise skills to industrial levels by providing world class products and knowhow to WorldSkills Competitors and Experts.


Occupational Standard

The WorldSkills Occupational Standard specifies the knowledge, understanding and specific skills that underpin international best practice in technical and vocational performance. It should reflect a shared global understanding of what the associated work role(s) or occupation(s) represent for industry and business.

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