For prototype development or when looking for a reliable manufacturer for small or large scale production of specific parts or components, finding the right CNC machining company will be a priority.
Knowing what to look for in experience and capacity is obvious, but also knowing mistakes to avoid during the selection process will be critical. This is true for any volume of order as poor quality, hit and miss delivery times and simply looking at the bid price is going to result in increased potential for problems on your job.
Assuming Quality Control is in Place
The best CNC machining company in your area or within a reasonable area to ship parts back and forth is going to have a focus on quality control throughout their machining process. This includes additional services you may need from the company.
Look for companies that are ISO certified, particularly with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certificates. Some companies may also be AS9100C certified which is important for aerospace, aviation, and defense manufacturers.
Not Checking Past Customer Experience and Delivery Record
The companies with experience will have a solid customer base. They typically work with the same companies across multiple projects and will have no trouble in providing case studies and samples of their past work. Most will have this information posted on their website, which makes it easy to review.
Top companies have the capacity and the commitment to customer service to ensure all orders, both large and small, are completed and shipped on time.
Shopping on Price Alone
Never shop for a CNC machining company based on the price of the bid or estimate alone. It is important to understand that quality and expertise cannot be offset by a low price.
When choosing a company, take a look at the other factors and leave the price as the final determiner. Most of the best companies will be very competitive in their pricing, which is also another way to weed out inexperienced companies that tend to offer extremely low or high bids.
