Smarter Design Leads to Better Machining
Over the years, we’ve helped dozens of clients refine their designs before they ever hit the machine. Our Design for Manufacturability (DFM) services help reduce cost, machining time, and failure rates.
What We Do:
- Review 3D CAD files for machinability
- Recommend changes to reduce tooling and fixturing
- Optimize designs for 5-axis CNC setups
- Collaborate on prototype iterations with full feedback
Case Example
A startup came to us with a 9-part prototype assembly. We helped them consolidate it into 3 parts, cutting cost by 40% and machining time in half — all without compromising strength or function.
Let us be your design partner, not just your machine shop.
Our team also partners with engineers early in the product development process to avoid costly redesigns and tooling errors. Many clients send us STEP files or CAD models that look great on screen but include overhangs, tight inside corners, or tolerances that can be optimized. Through our DFM and engineering support services, we offer hands-on feedback that saves both time and money during production.
This is especially useful when combined with our 5-axis CNC machining, where smart part design can reduce setup time and eliminate unnecessary operations. For instance, we recently helped a client convert a complex bracket into a design that could be machined in one setup — all without compromising strength. By involving us early, they cut costs by 35% and got their prototypes delivered a week ahead of schedule.