PROTOTYPE MACHINING
SeaForest has a wide range of prototype machining capabilities, including 5 axis CNC machining service, EDM, WIRE EDM.We can rapidly manufacture parts and components to evaluate conceptual models. In the process of product realization, we work closely with your engineers in order to quickly and economically manufacture parts within the scope of specifications. With the continuous design and development of new parts every day, the demand for high-quality prototypes is growing. Technological advances and skilled engineers enable our team to produce the most professional and high-quality prototypes. Prototype machining material options include: all metals (including stainless steel, superalloy, brass, copper, titanium and tool steel, etc.) and machining plastics (all available materials). Finishing service : sculpture, deburring, grinding, hard-coated anodizing, tapping and counterhole. This fast manufacturing service can support your prototyping and short-term production requirements.
ADVANTAGES OF PROTOTYPE MACHINING
High Accuracy and Consistency: The first, and arguably most critical, advantage of prototype machining is the process’ superior accuracy and consistency. CNC machining is known to have some of the highest achievable tolerances of any manufacturing technology and is well-known for its incredible reliability and consistency. In terms of accuracy, CNC machining can manufacture prototypes within a fraction of a millimeter (±0.025 mm).
Functional Prototyping: Another important benefit of choosing to use machining for your prototyping and product development is that it can produce prototypes that are similar (or even identical) to end-use components. This enables functional testing and evaluation. In other words, CNC machining lets the customer prototype their product using the end-use material, which means it can undergo testing to determine the quality and viability of the design.
Scalability: The icing on top of the cake with prototype machining is that it is one of the best processes for transitioning seamlessly into final production. Once a customer is satisfied with a prototype—whether it is the first or tenth iteration—all the aforementioned advantages pay off because the customer will essentially be looking at their final product. The high accuracy and consistency of CNC machining ensure that a prototype can be reproduced exactly when it is time to move into final production. And if you prototype using your intended end-use material, the transition is even easier.
INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS
CNC machining prototype productions are not tied to any single sector. People use it virtually everywhere. It helps to create everything from aircraft parts to surgical tools. As with any manufacturing process, the unique advantages of CNC machining inform the kind of applications for which it can be used. Therefore, whatever industry you’re in, there will definitely be some type of CNC machining practice that will suit your needs.
