As already mentioned, metal shaping is a machining process used to create grooves, slots and other internal profiles on metal parts.
This technique makes use of a shaping machine that, through a linear reciprocating motion, removes material from the workpiece. Shaping is particularly appreciated for its ability to achieve precise surfaces and complex profiles that would be difficult to achieve with other machining methods.
The term 'shaping' is derived from the verb 'to shapen', which indicates the action of cutting or notching. This process has ancient origins, dating back to the time when craftsmen used hand tools to carve metal.
With the advent of the industrial revolution, shaping evolved with the introduction of mechanical shaping machines, which increased the precision and efficiency of the process.
Today, technology has further improved the technique with CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines that guarantee unprecedented precision and repeatability.