Stainless Steel Machining


Stainless Steel CNC Machining for Large Parts

AS9100 & ISO 9001:2015 Certified | ITAR Registered

Greno Industries provides stainless steel CNC machining services for metal (304, 316, 17‑4 PH, 410) that require more controlled machining due to work hardening and heat generation.

The advantages of our 3 axis and 4 axis CNC milling include simplified toolpaths for reduced heat buildup. With 4 axis mills, rotation reduces repositioning and improves dimensional accuracy.

Why Choose Greno for Stainless Steel Machining?

Machining stainless steel requires an understanding of cutting forces, chip control, and thermal dynamics. Greno Industries delivers the technical precision needed to prevent tool deflection and material distortion.

  • Advanced Multi-Axis CNC Workstations: Multi-axis CNC milling and live-tool CNC turning centers designed to handle complex geometries in a single setup.

  • Optimized Thermal Management: High-pressure, through-spindle coolant systems that rapidly dissipate heat, ensuring superior surface finishes and preserving material integrity.

  • AS9100 & ISO 9001 Certified: Rigorous quality management systems that guarantee 100% material traceability from raw mill certification to final inspection.

  • Single-Source Post-Processing: In-house integration of Metal Finishing Services (including heat treating and sand blasting) and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to accelerate your supply chain.

Stainless Steel Grades for Precision Machining

We work with a comprehensive spectrum of stainless steel families, adjusting our feeds, speeds, and tooling selections to match the specific characteristics of each alloy.

The table below lists the grades we machine and their UNS numbers and DIN designations.

Grade UNS Number DIN
A182 F44 S31254 X1CrNiMoN20-18-7
A182 F51 S31803 X2CrNiMoN22-5-3
A182 F53 S32750 X2CrNiMoN25-7-4
A182 F60 S32205 X2CrNiMoN22-5-3
A182 F91 K90901 X10CrMoVNb9-1
15-5 PH S15500 X5CrNiCuNb15-5
17-4 PH S17400 X5CrNiCuNb 17-4
304 S30400 X5CrNi18-10
304L S30403 X5CrNi18-9
310 S31000 X8 CrNi 25-21
316 S31600 X5CrNiMo17 12-2
316L S31603 X2CrNiMo17 12-2
321 S32100 X6CrNiTi18-10
347 S34700 X6CrNiNb18-10
410 S41000 X12Cr13
420 S42000 X46Cr13
422 S42200 X20CrMoWV12-1
431 S43100 X17CrNi16-2
F6NM S41500 X3CrNiMo 13-4

Austenitic Stainless Steel (300 Series)

Prized for excellent corrosion resistance and formability, though highly prone to work-hardening.

  • Alloys:304/304L (general purpose), 316/316L (marine and chemical grade), and 321/347 (high-temperature stabilized).

Martensitic & Ferritic Stainless Steel (400 Series)

Known for high strength, hardness, and thermal conductivity; often heat-treated post-machining.

  • Alloys:410 (wear and corrosion resistant), 416 (free-machining variant), and 440C (extreme hardness and bearing grade).

Precipitation Hardening & Duplex Alloys

Engineered for extreme environments, offering double the strength of austenitic grades alongside superior pitting resistance.

  • Alloys:17-4 PH, 15-5 PH, and Duplex 2205.

Multi-Axis CNC Machining Capabilities

We support your project from initial engineering prototypes up through high-volume, repeatable production runs.

  • Precision CNC Milling: 3-axis and 4-axis milling capable of cutting deep cavities, thin-walled structures, and intricate valve manifolds.

  • Live-Tool CNC Turning: Multi-axis turning centers that combine turning, facing, threading, and cross-drilling into a single continuous cycle to maintain strict concentricity.

  • Custom Tooling & Rigid Fixturing: In-house designed workholding systems engineered to eliminate vibration and part movement under heavy industrial cutting loads.

Partner With a Stainless Steel Expert

Don’t let tool wear or material warping derail your production timeline. Partner with a manufacturing team that possesses the heavy-duty machinery, strict certifications, and engineering depth to deliver your parts right the first time.

Contact our engineering and sales department in Scotia, NY today to upload your prints, CAD models, and compliance specifications for a competitive quote.