PrimaryProcessTurning
PrimaryProcessTurning marks turning as the primary manufacturing route for the part. It carries a discriminator identifying the process as turning and a flag indicating whether the part requires secondary milling operations after being turned. With this data structured, planners can verify that the part geometry suits turning, align machine availability, and anticipate fixture requirements. The secondary-milling flag helps distinguish purely rotational parts from those needing an additional milling setup for flats, slots, or cross-holes, which affects routing and cost. Historical analytics on this model can reveal opportunities for process standardization and workforce planning, ensuring consistent machining outcomes.