| A | B |
|---|
| Turning | Cylindrical components is rotated within a chuck. |
| Milling | Non-rotational prismatic components. |
| Drilling | Operation to produce holes in cylindrical and prismatic components. |
| Grinding | Finishing process either surface or cylindrical. |
| Forging | Improved material properties. |
| Casting | Metal poured into moulds. |
| Pressing | Shaping sheet metal in car industry. |
| Piercing | Forming holes in sheet metal. |
