Prototype machining is the fast and accurate production of a single or low-volume conceptual model or mock-up of a product utilizing CNC machinery. There are many categories of prototypes including proof-of-principle, form studies, visual and functional prototypes, all of which serve to test the design and performance of a part or object prior to large scale manufacturing.
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Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc.Franklin, MA 800-528-8650 Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication's vision of being a worldwide provider of medical, aerospace and high tech component parts is being achieved today. Eagle's quality prototype machining reaches all parts of the world and is expanding their customer base daily. Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication Inc. expects to soon be as familiar all over the world as it is in the United States.
HyTech Spring and Machine CorporationPlainwell, MI 269-685-1768 HyTech is a leading manufacturer of high-quality components that are sure to exceed your expectations. As an ISO 9002 firm, HyTech's staff is here to provide you with the prototype machining that will move your company forward. Their desire is to not only be your preferred supplier of quality products, but also to be your partner. "We handle the tough assignments. In fact we excel at them."
Twin City EDMFridley, MN 763-783-7808 Employees take quality very seriously at Twin City, proving their commitment to the quality of your parts with their ISO 9001:2000 certification. Everyone at Twin City is involved in its Quality Assurance Program- from design to delivery, the quality of your job is Twin City's top priority. For world-class prototype machining, call Twin City today- you'll be happy you did.
Fab Masters Company, Inc.Marcellus, MI 877-420-2242 Fab Masters Company is one of the premier providers of high quality prototype machining in the Midwest, with a modern facility over 100,000 square feet centrally located between Detroit and Chicago. While the economy took a down turn, Fab Masters gathered its resources for a full frontal attack, by adding more value to its customer's dollar. Call Fab Master, your source for value-do it today!
H & R Screw Machine Products, Inc.Reed City, MI 231-832-2356 H & R's business began with 1 piece of equipment, 2 customers and a goal of providing excellent service and quality at a fair price. Decades later, the number of machinery and customers has grown; but H & R's original customers remain. This, we feel, speaks volumes about the way we do business. Collectively, H & R`s employees have hundreds of years in high quality prototype machining. Call now!
Crown Die Casting CorporationMount Vernon, NY 914-667-5400 For quality prototype machining, Crown Die Casting Corporation can provide you with the solutions you're looking for. Crown Die Casting will work on all raw material bar stock, die castings or sand castings and use GibbsCAM software to complete jobs in an efficient manner. Crown Die Casting's Quality Assurance is conducted to Military and ISO Standards and RECYCLES all excess metal!
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Precision machining may be used for applications in which a unique fixture is needed, in which case the sample itself may be used as the final product. While several processes may be used in the creation of prototypes, CNC machining is particularly well suited to the task as it allows for precise and accurate tooling as well as fast turnaround and easily reproducible results. CNC, or computer numerical control machining, utilizes computer operated software to all but eliminate room for human error while at the same time significantly shortening manufacturing time. Precision machining also affords designers and engineers the ability to make quick and marginal adjustments to the part as per consumer feedback and testing. This is essential as most industrial prototypes undergo several changes before being marketed for mass production. Aerospace, avionics, agriculture, forestry, automotive, electronics, retail, construction, building, chemical, food, health care, military, pharmaceutical and defense industries among others frequently employ prototypes to test the safety, feasibility, applicability, efficiency and market value of a product.
CNC machine shops often assign a prototype project manager to clients. These highly skilled professionals offer an in-depth knowledge of both engineering as well as computer programming as it pertains to machining. Like all prototyping, CNC samples begin with the development of a concept for the product or part. CAM/CAD and other advanced software, such as photo imaging, provide computer generated schematics for the sample product. CNC software then converts these measurements and dimensions into code that will direct the machining equipment. Depending on the construct and complexity of the prototype, a number of automated machines may be used. CNC drilling, grinding, milling and cutting list just a few of the possibilities with secondary operations, such as painting and polishing, widely available as well. These computer activated and instructed movements easily and rapidly produce high precision identical parts, a process that would take much longer if performed manually. Although the prototyping process produces a handful at most or even just one part, it is important to consider the long-term production volume of a project and select a machine shop that can handle the complete manufacturing process in the appropriate turn around time. Dimensional, material and specific machining capabilities should likewise be taken into account at the onset of prototype development.
