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Process: Drilling

Overview

 

Drilling is a method for creating or enlarging holes in a component.
When drilling, a drilling machine is lowered towards the workpiece. When the rotating cutting tool reaches the component, a hole is cut. The diameter normally ranges from 1/8 to 1½ inches, sometimes expressed in millimeter. It is possible to make larger or smaller holes, but it usually requires different production techniques. The ratio between the diameter and the depth of the hole ranges from 1:1 to 1:10. Although it is possible to do other ratios, it normally requires special tools. This is frequently used within the aviation industry.

There are a few different kinds of stationary drilling machines. Among them, the radial arm drill press is often considered as the most important in workshops. The workpiece remains fixed on a table while the spindle moves to where a hole is supposed to be drilled. This is typically for small volume production. Some workshops also have automated drilling machines that can drill several holes at the same time. In all cutting operations, a cutting fluid is normally used to reduce the negative effects of friction heat.

Drills are available at most workshops, although some workshops specialize in more advanced drilling projects.

Compare drilling with CNC drilling, which is used when the drilling has to be very accurate or in patterns. With deep hole drilling, it is possible to do very deep holes.

 

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Drilling projects for quote

  1. Drawings count: 1

    Machining-Drilling

    Drilling of free-issue material is needed for the construction industry. The company behind this requirement has a yearly spend of £80,000 on bespoke machining services. They have advised that the free-issue material will be comprised of varying thicknesses. They seek prices for plow bolts to be drilled as indicated, with some lengths requiring more or less holes. Those that can assist are asked to make contact with the buyer directly to discuss.

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    Machining-Drilling

    This manufacturer of sports cars, whose annual spend on subcontract machining services tops a massive £500,000, invites potential suppliers to quote for the attached parts. These are off-the-shelf cap head socket screws that require drilling, in order to accept locking wire within their end application. Initially, the client is looking for 200 off of each part, but has advised that these items will be ordered on a repeat basis, meaning that the successful supplier wins a long-term customer as well as the job in question.

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    Machining-Drilling

    This manufacturer is currently looking to hear from suppliers that are able to drill free-issue 'couplings', which are destined for end use within the oil & gas industry. These items will be made from mild steel, with quotes requested for a batch of 200 off at this time. Having experienced quality issues, the client now requires the couplings to be drilled out correctly. They outsource £20,000 worth of machining work every year and therefore, further opportunities could also be made available.

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    Machining-Drilling

    Outsourcing a massive £500,000 worth of machining work every year, this company seeks a supplier to drill 3600 off free-issue mild steel bars. They have an immediate order to place for the work in question and will require the parts on an ongoing basis. Therefore, they are keen to build a relationship with a Qimtek member who can facilitate ongoing supply. Those that are interested in this opportunity should make contact with the buyer directly in order to be considered.

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    Machining-Drilling

    Drilling and chamfering of free-issue screws is needed, on behalf of a company that spends over £500,000 a year in the subcontract machining market. The client requires quotes on quantities of 100, 500 and 1000 off as part of a contract for which they are currently tendering. If the project is won, it will lead to regular call-offs of the same work. Various sizes of screw will also be required moving forward, meaning that there is plenty of potential for the successful supplier to form a long-term relationship with the buyer in question.

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    Machining-Drilling

    Drilling and powder coating of free-issue parts is required, on behalf of a company that outsources machining work to the tune of £100,000 a year. They have an urgent order to place for the work in question as the items were delivered incorrect and subsequently, are keen to speak with interested companies as soon as possible. Those that can assist are asked to quote their best price and delivery in order to be considered, with the parts required by the latest of the 8th December.

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    Machining-Drilling

    Drilling, countersinking and chamfering of free-issue screws is needed, on behalf of a company that spends over £500,000 a year in the subcontract machining market. This forms part of a contract that the client has recently won and they would ideally like to improve on a lead time of 15 days. Various sizes of screw will be required moving forward, meaning that there is plenty of potential for the successful supplier to form a long-term relationship with the buyer in question.

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    Machining-Drilling

    Drilling, countersinking and chamfering of free-issue screws is needed, on behalf of a company that spends over £20,000 a year in the subcontract machining market. This forms part of a contract that the client has recently won and they would ideally like to improve on a lead time of 15 days. Various sizes of screw will be required moving forward, meaning that there is plenty of potential for the successful supplier to form a long-term relationship with the buyer in question.

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    Machining-Drilling

    This enquiry comes from a manufacture of storage equipment, who spends a whopping £8 Million each year across all outsourced services. They would like to hear from suppliers who can source or manufacture the attached galvanised beam and drill holes to drawings specifications.

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    Machining-Drilling

    Suppliers that have the capabilities to drill and countersink various lengths of aluminium track are sought. The client - a construction company with a £25,000 annual spend on subcontract machining services - will free-issue the tracks to the chosen vendor, ready for these processes to be carried out. Delivery of the completed items is needed by the 3rd July, meaning that this may be ideally suited to those with imminent capacity to fill.

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  1. CMC Fabs Ltd

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    4 - East Midlands and East Anglia

    General Fabricators based in Loughborough, Leicestershire.

  2. Hopkins Precision Engineering

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    3 - West Midlands

    Birmingham based engineering company, specialising in small to medium batch jobs, Any kind of machining job considered.

  3. P.L.D Smiddy Ltd.

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    10 - Scotland

    P.L.D Smiddy Ltd is located on the out skirts of Inverness in the Highlands.  We have years experience in all aspects of our work ranging from fabricating a garden gate to a large steel frame for a house/shed. We can make almost anything you require to your specification upon request using either Mild Steel, Aluminium or Stainless Steel. No Jobs Too Small! So if you require anything from a garden gate to straightening bent/buckled trailer come visit us at our workshop at The Smiddy, Croy, Inverness or contact us via phone or email. On-Site services are available if required

  4. Computerised Engineering CNC Limited

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    2 - Oxfordshire and Essex

    Computerised Engineering is a precision C.N.C. Turning and Milling work shop specialising in component manufacturing to the highest standards.

  5. Evans Engineering (N.W.) Ltd

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    7 - North West and North Wales

    Welcome to Evans Engineering.

    We provide the complete precision engineering service to all manufacturing industries and specialize in CNC machining.

    We intend to develop our image, brand and reputation by the provision of a quality engineering facility, flexible in response to customer needs.

    Our objective is to increase our client base by direct marketing and through referral, based on reputation and brand building.

    We pride ourselves on our customer orientated service which focuses on:

  6. Wecori Ltd

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    5 - South West and South Wales

    Wecori was founded in 1972 by highly skilled toolmakers and engineers who had 200 years combined experience in precision engineering and horology.

    Having grown steadily over the years. we have established an enviable reputation as a key supplier to the Automotive, Aerospace, Medical and Metrology industries.

    We are confident that our knowledge and experience provides the foundation from which we are able to provide a complete service, which goes far and beyond that of the usual Precision Engineers –  we offer the whole package.

  7. SDS Precision Engineering Ltd

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    5 - South West and South Wales

    Since 2007 SDS Precision Engineering has offered a unique sub-contract precision machining service in all exotic materials specialising in Nickel and Cobalt based alloys.

  8. Faringdon Precision Engineering Ltd

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    5 - South West and South Wales

    FPE Ltd is an established precision engineering company based in Faringdon, Oxfordshire. We ve invested in the best CNC milling technology and employ experienced and enthusiastic engineers to meet and exceed customer expectations. Whether it s specialist low volume work or high volume production, we deliver the best results
    at a competitive price.

  9. PCT Engineering Ltd

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    3 - West Midlands

    PCT Engineering Ltd. are a family run sheetmetal & Fabrication company based in the heart of Stoke on Trent. We specialise in small to medium batch work but are able to accomodate one offs and large production runs.

  10. Boyers Industrial Turning Services Ltd (T/A Bits)

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    6 - Yorkshire & Humberside

    Established in 1983 we are beneficial to the local Industry with a 24 hour call out service. We take pride in our work and endeavor to exceed expectations with every job taken. Building on our reputation for providing the best solutions for our clients to achieve their objectives without sacrificing our key principles of quality and safety. 

     

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