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That is a fantastic and crucial topic finding the sweet spot between speed and accuracy in CNC milling is what truly drives profitability, and I think your original question is key for any modern machine shop. Beyond the foundational steps like optimizing tool paths and selecting high-quality tooling, I believe the next big gains come from two often-underestimated areas. First, we have to talk about **thermal management**; controlling the temperature of the machine and the cutting zone is vital because thermal expansion is a silent killer of precision, causing drift even in the most rigid setups. Secondly, a huge chunk of efficiency is lost in non-cutting time, especially setup and fixturing, which is why investing in highly rigid and modular setup systems 5th axis can drastically cut down on changeover time, allowing the spindle to run much longer throughout the day, which is the ultimate goal what specific material are you primarily milling right now as the strategy for optimizing feed rates and precision changes significantly between aluminum and tool steel?