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Luke brings a passion for process optimisation and a deep understanding of CNC manufacturing to his role as Continuous Improvement Engineer. He works closely with operators and machinists to refine workflows, reduce waste, and accelerate throughput. At Penta Precision, Luke has helped drive training programmes—such as CAD upskilling across the shop floor—that support continuous learning and innovation.
In addition to his operational focus, Luke contributes technical insight through Penta’s blog, writing on topics like material selection (e.g. aluminium alloys) and the balance between additive and subtractive methods. His ability to translate shop-floor challenges into data-led improvement initiatives helps Penta deliver greater efficiency, quality and value for customers.
Selecting the appropriate material and grade is among the important early decisions you'll make when designing your CNC machined component. In this blog we look at the most common grades of aluminium, one of the most versatile metals, and the factors to consider to select the best grade for your next project.
Copper or brass? Brass or copper? If you're in a quandary about which of these two yellow metals to choose for your CNC machined component, you're not alone. In this blog we bring you the lowdown on these two excellent options and will help you compare them side by side.