Things To Know About 5 Axis Machining Contract

By James Reynolds


A 5 axis machining is a computer numerical control machine that moves a part or tool in 5 different axes at the same time. This enables the manufacturing of complex parts which made it popular. It could also reduce the time to manufacture parts because there is no need to set up for multiple procedures to make a complicated part.

There are many companies that offers their services for people who want to make an object through this technology. They are offering a 5 axis machining contract so that other businesses could use them to make the parts needed for their products. Here are some information and tips in looking for one.

Length is represented by X, width by Y and height by Z which are the three dimensions that the first three axes of the machine represent in moving the material or tool. The fourth is the rotating movement of X axis while the fifth is the rotating movement of Y axis. A sixth axis is not use, although it is possible, because there is almost no added benefit from using it.

Search for the companies online which are offering their equipment for contract use. Websites dedicated for searching establishments like these are available and can be used to make your search easier and faster. Make a list of all the companies in your area so you could start choosing between them.

You could also ask for recommendations from friends and colleagues. Maybe they have also done business with one of these establishments and they could provide you with details about their experience with them. The information you will get from them is a great way to help you decide on which to choose.

Read online reviews and testimonials regarding their company. Their websites could have these and you can find information of how they had dealt with other people. An online forum could be used as well to ask around about a particular company and you may be able to find something about them there as well.

Ask how long have they been in the industry. This would mean people trust them and have contracts with them if they had been able to survive for a long while. They would also have the experience needed in operating these machines and in making different things that people want to be made.

Ask for references and sample works they had. They could show you some samples that they have currently in their possession and see how well it is made. You can also ask the name of other companies that they made parts for and ask which particular part it was so you could have an idea. If possible, visit and interview their previous customers to get more information about them and to know if having business with them is a good idea.

Inquire about the total amount of the contract they are offering. Inform them about the materials you want your product will be made from and its quantity that you will be needing them to make. These are factors in determining the price along with the time given in finishing them. Compare the amount with other companies to determine which one is offering a better contract.




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