Internship Report: S.P. Engineers
Internship Report: S.P. Engineers
A PROJECT REPORT
Submitted by
In
partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Award of Degree of
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
In
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING GOVERNMENT
ENGINEERING COLLEGE, DAMAN.
Certificate
This is to certify that the project report submitted along with the project entitled Summer
Internship in S.P Engineers has been carried out by Utsav Bipinbhai Solanki, EN NO.
231423119020
DECLARATION
We hereby declare that the Internship / Project report submitted along with the
Internship in S.P Engineers submitted in partial fulfilment for the degree of Bachelor of
Engineering in Mechanical Engineering to Gujarat Technological University,
Ahmedabad, is a Bonafede record of original project work carried out by me at S.P
Engineers LTD. under the supervision of Dr. Garima Nema & Mr. Sagar Prajapati and
that no part of this report has been directly copied from any students’ reports or taken
from any other source, without providing due reference.
First, I would like to thank of Mr. Sagar Prajapati, owner of S.P Engineers, Dungra
Vapi for giving me the opportunity to do an internship within the workshop.
I also would like all the people that worked along with me Mr. Sagar Prajapati with their
patience and openness they created an enjoyable working environment.
It is indeed with a great sense of pleasure and immense sense of gratitude that I
acknowledge the help of these individuals.
I am highly indebted to Principal Dr. Avinash R. Chaudhari and my institute guide Dr.
Garima Nema and, for the facilities provided to accomplish this internship.
I would like to thank my Head of the Department Mr. Pushpraj Ramesh Jiwnapurkar
for his constructive criticism throughout my internship.
I would like to thank College internship coordinator Mr. Nisarg Bhandari internship
coordinator Department of Mechanical Department for their support and advice to get and
complete internship in above said organization.
I am extremely great full to my department staff members and friends who helped me in
successful completion of this internship.
This report describes in detail, the experience, training work and skills gained by
me during the industrial training at S.P ENGINEERS, Shivaji Nagar, Dungra, Vapi.
During the training period at. I have learned very good and knowledgeable and new
things about industry. This period was very fruitful and cleared a lot of my concepts. In
company during training, I have been providing an insight into the various practices
carried out in the industry. I gained an opportunity to learn about the Extrusion machines
and various processes carried out in the production, manufacturing, assembly, inspection
of manufacturing machines parts.
This report presents the experiences and learning outcomes of a 15-day internship
program carried out at a CNC, VMC, milling, and lathe-operated workshop. The training
provided hands-on exposure to modern machining practices, manufacturing processes,
and industrial workflow. The internship offered practical knowledge of operating
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Vertical Machining Center (VMC) machines,
along with conventional milling and lathe operations. It also emphasized understanding
tool selection, work-holding devices, precision measurement, and quality control
methods. Through observation and practice, the program enhanced technical skills in part
programming, machining techniques, and production planning.
The content of this Industrial training report includes a brief description of the
manufacturing of different components and quality checking of various components in
the Quality Control and Quality Assurance Department and the trial and testing of the
machines in the Customer Support Department which is required for the manufacturing
machines parts out in the industry.
TABLE OF CONTENT
Acknowledgement..........................................................................................................................
Abstract.........................................................................................................................................
List of Figures.............................................................................................................................
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CHAPTER 1
We take this opportunity to introduce " S.P Engineers LTD. " as a growth oriented and
quality conscious engineering firm. The company manufactures and does maintenance of
machine parts and exports to the suppliers and machine owners.
The S.P ENGINEERS work was established as a part of company and workshop,
expansion strategy to meet the high manufacturing workshop as per customer demand.
It was started in 2012 and quickly evolved into the manufacturing workshop successfully,
it manufactures and do maintenance of machine and machine parts.
Infrastructure
CNC Machines: As the backbone of the plant, these are the Computer Numerical
Control machines. They operate based on pre-programmed computer instructions (G-
code and M-code) to control the movement of tools and produce parts with exceptional
accuracy and repeatability. A plant equipped with these machines can run "lights-out,"
meaning they can operate 24/7 with minimal human supervision once a program is
loaded. This drastically increases productivity.
VMC (Vertical Machining Centre): A VMC is a specific type of CNC machine where
the cutting tool is mounted on a vertical spindle. This configuration is ideal for machining
flat parts, Molds, and dies. Their infrastructure includes an automated tool changer (ATC)
that swaps tools to perform various operations like milling, drilling, and tapping without
manual intervention.
Lathe Machines: Lathes are used for turning operations, where the workpiece rotates
while a cutting tool shapes it. They are essential for creating cylindrical parts like shafts,
bolts, and bushings. This includes both manual lathes for simple, quick jobs and CNC
lathes for high-volume, precise production.
Milling Machines: A milling machine removes material from a stationary workpiece
using a rotating cutting tool. Unlike a lathe, it's used for creating flat or irregular surfaces,
slots, and contours. A plant might have both manual milling machines for prototyping
and custom work and CNC milling machines for higher precision and automated
production.
Technology
The technology in a plant with this equipment is heavily focused on automation and
precision.
Computer-Aided Design (CAD): This software is used to design the 3D models of the
parts to be manufactured.
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM): CAM software translates the CAD models
into the machine's specific language (G-code), creating the tool paths and instructions for
the CNC and VMC machines.
Integrated Systems: The most advanced plants connect their machines to a central
network, allowing for real-time monitoring, data sharing, and predictive maintenance. This
integration, often part of a Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS), allows the plant to
quickly adapt to changing production needs.
Advanced Tooling: High-speed spindles, quick-change tool holders, and tools made from
advanced materials like polycrystalline diamond (PCD) and cubic boron nitride (CBN)
enable faster material removal and longer tool life, further boosting efficiency.
a. Production line
b. Quality assurance
c. Maintenance
d. Packaging & logistics
The plant emphasizes material efficiency by recycling excess plastic and sprue
It complies with environment and safety norms, including
Proper ventilation
Fire safety equipment
Waste segregation
1.2 History
The S.P Engineers LTD. plays a crucial role in manufacturing the parts of machine and
maintenance since opened with its manufacturing capabilities. The owner of the workshop
opens it in the 2012 and started work in the simple machine. over the years, the S.P
Engineers has become the automated workshop with the CNC, VMC, LATHE, MILLING
focusing on the manufacture and maintenance of the parts of the machines.
1.3 Vision
CHAPTER 2
I understood the steps involved in production, from raw materials to the final product. I
also learned how the company checks the quality of its products before sending them to
customers. I got to see how different departments work together, such as production,
packaging, and customer service. This experience taught me the importance of teamwork,
time management, and following safety rules in a factory. It also helped me improve my
communication and observation skills.
An internship provides real life experience and exposure. An internship enables you
to gain first-hand exposure of working in the real world. It allows students to harness
the skill, knowledge, and theoretical practice learnt in Gujarat Technological
University.
Gujarat Technological University has started this internship scheme compulsory for
students to update practical knowledge of students in the Universities. It was aimed at
bridging the gap between the theoretical knowledge acquired in lectures and technical
knowledge in the
industry (internship) by providing students with the opportunities to apply their educational
knowledge in real work situations.
Furthermore, the place and relevance of GTU is underscored by the fact that the
scheme contributes to improving the quality of technical skills generally available in
the pool from which employer's source technical manpower. It gives student the
opportunity to blend the theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom and with
practical hands-on application of knowledge required to perform work in the industry.
Also, it prepares students for employment and makes the transition from school to the
world of work easier after graduation.
CHAPTER 3
FIG 3. Workpiece
The manufacturing of machine parts using CNC (Computer Numerical Control) and
VMC (Vertical Machining Centre) has revolutionized the field of mechanical engineering
and production industries. Traditional machining methods required manual operation of
machines, which often resulted in higher chances of human error, lower accuracy, and
The process begins with the design of a component using CAD (Computer-Aided Design)
software. The CAD model is then processed in CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing)
software, which generates the required tool paths and codes (G-codes and M-codes).
These codes are transferred to the CNC or VMC machine, where the program controls the
cutting tools and workpiece movements automatically.
. They are flexible and can manufacture both simple and complex parts with equal
precision It is especially suitable for milling operations, 3D contouring, drilling, tapping,
and making Molds or dies. With the help of automatic tool changers and rigid fixtures,
VMCs reduce setup time and allow multiple operations to be performed in a single
setting.
In a CNC machine, the operator sets up the workpiece and cutting tools, while the
computer executes the machining sequence with high accuracy and repeatability. CNC
machines are capable of performing operations like turning, drilling, milling, boring,
grinding, and threading. They are especially useful for producing complex shapes and
precision components that would be difficult or impossible with conventional machines.
A VMC (Vertical Machining Centre) is a type of CNC milling machine in which the
spindle is vertically oriented. It is mainly used for milling, drilling, boring, tapping, and
contouring operations. The workpiece is fixed on the machine table, and the vertically
mounted spindle holds various cutting tools that perform operations as per the
programmed tool path.
The machining program is created using CAD–CAM software, which generates G-codes
and M-codes to control the machine automatically. VMCs are equipped with an
Automatic Tool Changer (ATC), which allows multiple tools to be changed during
machining without manual intervention, reducing setup time and increasing productivity.
1. Input Devices
3. Drive System
5. Machine Tool
6. Spindle
Main rotating shaft that holds and drives the cutting tool.
High precision, variable speed controlled by MCU.
2. Worktable
3. Spindle
7. Feedback System
9. Enclosure / Guarding
1. Automobile Industry
2. Aerospace Industry
Precision parts like turbine blades, landing gear components, aircraft engine
housings.
3. Electronics Industry
7. General Engineering
CHAPTER 4
The company emphasizes stringent quality assurance. Their in-house testing facilities
conduct a variety of tests—such as WAD, fatigue, MFI, Ball Drop, and static compression
—to ensure durability, consistency, and adherence to standards.
A CNC (Computer Numerical Control) and VMC (Vertical Machining Centre) workshop
is a modern production unit where machining operations are carried out with high
precision and automation. The CNC section usually includes turning and milling machines
for making shafts, gears, housings, and other components. The VMC section is specialized
for vertical milling, drilling, tapping, and boring, producing complex 3D parts like Molds,
dies, and precision housings.
The workshop is organized into sections for raw material storage, machining (CNC/VMC),
tool room, fixture setting, inspection & quality control, and finishing/dispatch. CNC
provides versatility in turning and milling, while VMC offers high accuracy for complex
CHAPTER 5
CNC and VMC machines are used in modern workshops for automated, precise, and
efficient production. CNC machines perform both turning and milling operations, while
VMCs specialize in vertical milling, drilling, and tapping.
Quality control in CNC and VMC workshops ensures accuracy, precision, and
reliability of machined parts. The procedure starts with pre-machining checks of raw
materials, tools, and CNC programs. During machining, in-process inspection is carried
out using vernier calipers, micrometers, and probes to monitor tolerances.
After machining, final testing is done with advanced equipment like Coordinate
Measuring Machine (CMM), surface roughness testers, and hardness testers. Functional
or trial fitting is also performed to verify assembly. Proper documentation and approval
ensure only defect-free parts reach customers. This process maintains high productivity
and quality in modern manufacturing industries.
Process ensures that all products meet quality standards before being delivered to
customers. After production, each batch is carefully checked for defects,
measurements, strength, and appearance. Only products that pass these tests are
approved and labeled with a quality certificate. This process helps maintain.
They also manage waste carefully by separating recyclable and non- recyclable
materials. Efforts are made to reduce energy consumption and use eco-friendly
practices wherever possible. This helps the company maintain a cleaner environment
while producing quality products.
The team focuses on timely delivery, cost control, and maintaining product quality
during transit.
They focus on designing products that are more durable, cost-effective, and
environmentally friendly
The team also experiments with new materials and production methods to meet changing
customer needs and market trends. This helps the company stay competitive and deliver
better value to its customers.
CHAPTER 6
Conclusion
My 15-day internship from (10/07/2025 to 25/07/2025) at S.P. Engineers CNC and VMC
workshop was a highly valuable learning experience that provided me with practical
exposure to modern machining and manufacturing processes. During the training, I gained
hands-on knowledge of CNC and VMC machine operations, including tool setting, work
holding, programming basics, and production practices. I also observed the importance of
quality control and testing in maintaining accuracy, precision, and efficiency in component
manufacturing. The internship helped me understand the complete workflow of a
production unit, from raw material preparation to final inspection and dispatch. In addition,
it improved my technical knowledge, discipline, and problem-solving skills, while bridging
the gap between theoretical classroom concepts and real-world industrial applications. The
guidance and support from the supervisors and staff further enriched my learning. Overall,
this internship has strengthened my foundation in manufacturing engineering and will be
very beneficial for my future career development.