Thursday, March 16, 2017

Information And Tips In Looking For 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.

Companies are offering contracts to use their machines to whoever has the need for it in creating objects that they need. These are 5 axis machining contract that other businesses will be able to avail so that they could make their products using this equipment. The following are some basic information about it and how to look for a good contract.

The movement of material or tool in the machine in the three dimensional plane is represented by X, Y and Z which stands for the length, width and height respectively. The fourth one is the rotational movement in X axis and the fifth one is the rotational movement in Y axis. There is a possible sixth axis but this is not implemented in the machine because the benefits gained will be minimal.

You can search online for companies that are offering their equipment for contract. There are websites dedicated for this as well which list down all companies offering contracts for their equipment. Take note of those who are near you or are in your immediate area.

Ask recommendations from your friends and colleagues. They may have done a business deal with one of the establishments on your list and could give you details about the experiences when dealing with them. Consider the information they gave you when deciding which one to choose from them.

Read online testimonials and reviews about the companies. Company websites usually have these and you could use them in knowing the way they deal with others. Online forums could be a resource as well when company websites does not provide it. Ask around and you may find information about a particular company there.

Inquire about how many years they had been in the business. If they had been here for a long time then chances are they have many people going to them to acquire their services when needed. The experience they had by now is also vast and they are better familiar with the machine allowing them to operate it better as well.

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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