Deep Hole Drilling for Food Processing Equipment
Food processing equipment is a steady source of deep hole drilling work. The industry needs drilled holes for everything from mixing vessel heating channels to pump housings to valve components. The material is almost always stainless steel, and the surface finish requirements are driven by sanitary standards. I’ve worked on food equipment components on and off for years. The work is different from industrial hydraulics or automotive. The Stainless Steel Challenge Most food processing equipment is built from 304L or 316L stainless steel. These grades are corrosion-resistant but not easy to drill. They work-harden, they produce stringy chips, and they retain heat at the cutting edge. ...