Mazak VARIAXIS i-800 5-axis machining center at Best Manufacturing

5-Axis CNC Machining Services

Precision 5-Axis Machining in Akron, Ohio

Best Manufacturing provides 5-axis CNC machining for complex, tight-tolerance parts from our AS9100 certified machine shop in Akron, Ohio. Reaching a part from nearly any angle in a single setup reduces handling between operations, which protects accuracy on critical features and shortens lead times. We take on contract 5-axis work for aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial customers, from single prototypes through repeat production runs.

What Is 5-Axis CNC Machining?

Unlike traditional 3-axis machining, 5-axis machining allows cutting tools to move across five different axes simultaneously. This capability enables us to machine complex shapes and geometries in a single setup, hold tighter tolerances across critical dimensions, reduce setups to improve efficiency and consistency, and work with a wide range of materials including aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and plastics.

Advantages of 5-Axis Machining

Our 5-axis machining services offer a variety of advantages to our customers:

Precision & Accuracy – Ideal for aerospace, medical, and energy components where tolerances are critical
Efficiency – Fewer setups reduce production time and cost
Complex Geometry – Perfect for parts with contours, undercuts, and intricate details
Superior Surface Finish – Multi-axis cutting provides smoother finishes with less secondary processing

Industries We Serve

Our 5-axis machining services support customers across a range of industries:

Aerospace & Defense
Medical Devices & Surgical Tools
Automotive
Energy & Power Generation
Industrial Equipment & Custom Fabrication

Our 5-Axis Machining Centers

Our 5-axis work runs on three Mazak VARIAXIS machining centers, programmed in Mastercam and Surfcam.

Mazak VARIAXIS i-800 with a 40-inch cutting diameter and 40-station tool changer
Two Mazak VARIAXIS 630-5X II vertical machining centers, each with a 30-station tool changer

Finished parts are checked on a Sheffield coordinate measuring machine with an 80 x 48 x 30 inch envelope, a Keyence XM-5000 coordinate measuring system, and a FARO Edge inspection arm.

AS9100 Certified 5-Axis Machining

Our quality management system is certified to AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 for the manufacture of precision machined components. For 5-axis work that means documented processes, traceability, and inspection records on every job, which aerospace and defense programs require of their suppliers.

Partner with Confidence

At Best Manufacturing, we combine state-of-the-art 5-axis CNC machining with experienced machinists who understand the unique demands of high-precision projects. From prototypes to production, we deliver the accuracy, repeatability, and quality you need to keep your projects moving forward.