Screw Machines & Equipment (Manufacturing) is a specialized industry that involves the production of machines and equipment used for cutting and shaping metal screws. This industry is a subdivision of the larger Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (Manufacturing) industry. Screw machines are automated lathes that are specifically designed for the high-speed production of small to medium-sized metal parts, such as screws, bolts, and fittings. The machines are capable of performing multiple operations, including drilling, tapping, and threading, in a single pass. The equipment produced by this industry is used in a variety of applications, including automotive, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing.