Testrite, a U.S. manufacturing-as-a-service provider, operates an in-house automatic turning operation from its factory in Hackensack, New Jersey, covering work from prototype development to large-scale production. The company combines four automatic turning machines with conventional lathes to serve both high-volume orders and highly customized, low-volume projects. Its capabilities include machining aluminum and steel components and integrating turned parts with telescoping aluminum tubes and custom aluminum rail systems.
Testrite’s four automatic turning machines are designed for efficient large-scale production. The company machines solid aluminum bar, thick-wall hollow aluminum tube and solid steel bar to achieve precision geometries and functional requirements, according to the company.
The operation is positioned as more than basic machining. Testrite cites more than a century of manufacturing experience and existing tooling as factors intended to reduce costs and shorten delivery times for customers.
The company’s turning capabilities extend beyond basic cutting, with surface treatment and assembly options tailored to different materials.
| Material type | Processing and finishing options |
|---|---|
| Aluminum alloy | Can be used as machined or anodized after processing |
| Steel | Supports welding and powder coating |
| General processes | Threading, taper cutting, knurling, press fitting and pinning |
Testrite also integrates turning with other manufacturing processes under one roof. This includes combining automatic turned parts with telescoping aluminum tubes or custom aluminum rail systems, enabling functions that a single process cannot achieve, according to the company.
For very large orders, the automatic turning equipment is intended to ensure consistency and efficiency. For small-batch or highly customized projects, Testrite uses multiple conventional lathes operated by experienced technicians, with each part checked against the company’s quality standards.