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Process: Machining, Multi-Axis

Overview

Multi-Axis Machining is a machining process to create complex shapes and angles.

Common machine tools use three axis (X,Y,Z), while multi-axis machines are able to use more axis when approaching workpieces. 5 or 7 axis are the most common, but other machine tools exist. The additional axis make it possible to machine from more angles and to make complex shapes. Another advantage is that more sides of a workpiece can be machined at once, which saves time.

The aerospace and defence industries source a lot of multi-axis machining, especially for airframes, engine blocks, turbine engines and impellers. Workshops that do multi-axis machining are quite rare, particularly for many axis. It is common that the purchasers require their suppliers to have the AS/EN/JISQ 9100 certification, which is the aerospace industry's standard certification.

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Machining, Multi-Axis projects for quote

  1. Drawings count: 1

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    This machinist is currently at capacity, and also has an enquiry that they cannot manage comfortably using their own in-house machinery. As such, the buyer would like to hear from suppliers capable of assisting with this project, and is also looking for a new contact to whom they can outsource similar work in the future. Both quotes and delivery are required as soon as possible for this enquiry. As this is for their client, the buyer does not know at this point whether or not this work is to be repeated.

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    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    Suppliers with machining capacity are asked to provide a quotation for the attached cushdrive plates in batches of 1 off of each. With a critical deadline of six weeks, this design is to be machined from aluminium for use within a heating product. The company behind this enquiry spends over £10,000 a year on bespoke machined products. As well as having an immediate order to place, they will also require this part on a repeat basis moving forward.

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  3. Drawings count: 6

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    With a spend of over £1million per year on outsourced machining work, this client is looking for a supplier to machine the attached aluminium twisted tracks, which are to be used within the medical industry as part of hospital automated feeding machines. Quality and accuracy of the twists are key to this enquiry, with quotes required for 1 off and 2 off as shown in the batch requirements. This will also lead to repeatable work for the chosen supplier, once the standard of quality has been approved. The plating/coatings are not required; therefore, the tracks are to be supplied with a standard machine finish.

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  4. Drawings count: 4

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    This buyer, a manufacturer of carbon fibre products who spends over £50,000 a year on bespoke machined components, is looking for a supplier to produce the attached aluminium blocks and plugs. Quotes are required for 1 off of each at this time; however, if the concept proves successful, additional, similar designs may be made available. This enquiry may be best suited to those with 4/5 axis capabilities, due to the draft angles required.

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  5. Drawings count: 5

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    The attached chamber assemblies are to be machined from solid aluminium, on behalf of a company that spends over £19million per year on bespoke machined designs. These will be used within the semiconductor industry. Quotes are required for quantities ranging from 3 off to 30 off for the assemblies shown and the client has also advised that this will be an ongoing, annual requirement, making it an ideal opportunity to fill long-term capacity. In addition, there may be scope for the chosen supplier to expand upon their involvement with the client moving forward. Please note that due to the confidentiality surrounding these parts, signed NDAs will be forwarded onto the buyer for approval before drawings can be released. Therefore, there may be a short time delay before drawings are released for this reason.

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  6. Drawings count: 5

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    Destined for end use within the semiconductor industry, the attached chamber assemblies are to be machined from solid aluminium, on behalf of a company that spends over £19million per year on bespoke machined designs. Quotes are required for quantities ranging from 8 off to 20 off across the assemblies shown and the client has also advised that this will be an ongoing, annual requirement, making it an ideal opportunity to fill long-term capacity. In addition, there may be scope for the chosen supplier to expand upon their involvement with the client moving forward. Please note that due to the confidentiality surrounding these parts, signed NDAs will be forwarded onto the buyer for approval before drawings can be released. Therefore, there may be a short time delay before drawings are released for this reason.

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  7. Drawings count: 1

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    This buyer, a manufacturer carbon fibre products, seek the assistance of a machinist with multi-axis capabilities to manufacture an aluminium bezel mould tool. This project is of an urgent nature and should an acceptable quote be received, the project may be closed early. Due to the complexity of this project, the client advises that it may be best-suited to suppliers with 5 axis capabilities.

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  8. Drawings count: 2

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    This manufacturer of sports cars seeks a supplier to machine the attached pump gear housing. This project incorporates aspects of milling, drilling and tapping and, due to the components complexity, is best suited to those with multi axis capabilities. This is a new design with an immediate order to be placed, this will inturn lead ongoing additional work for the successful supplier.

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  9. Drawings count: 2

    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    This company operates within the agriculture industry and outsources over £50,000 worth of machining work every year. They have an immediate order to place for double helix anchor tips. This project incorporates elements of turning, with quotes required for 1000 off each size. The ideal supplier will be able to produce these parts economically and provide a high-quality end product; once a relationship has been established, further projects could be made available in addition to this initial requirement.

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    Machining-Machining, Multi-Axis

    Destined for end use within the heavy vehicles/construction industry, these manifolds are to be made from carbon steel on behalf of a company that spends over £1.5million per year on bespoke machined designs. Quotes are required for 200 off and the client has also advised that this will be a monthly requirement, making it an ideal opportunity to fill long-term capacity. The ideal supplier will be able to produce these parts economically and provide a high-quality end product; once a relationship has been established, further projects could be made available in addition to this monthly requirement.

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Companies listed in this category

  1. PPSI Manufacturing Ltd

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    8 - North West and West Yorkshire

    CNC machining company specialising in 5 axis projects. 

    PPSI provide a 24 - 7, Light Heavy, 2 5 Axis CNC Subcontract Machining Service and is operated as a division of Printing Press Services International Ltd - established 1968. 2 - 5 Axis CNC latest technology machine tools & inspection equipment, facilitates the Machining of: Fabrications, Castings, Forgings & Bar Sections ( 15 Tons Max. ). Our highly skilled and experienced programmers / operators manufacture components in all types of materials - Plastics to Jet Steels.

  2. Universal Fabrications (Coventry) Ltd

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    3 - West Midlands

    Specialising in Precision Fabrications, Sheet Metalwork and Machined Parts.

    With over 40 years experience within the automotive, aerospace, defense, rail and commercial vehicle sectors we are a fully integrated organisation using the latest in 3D CAD/CAM manufacturing technology along with heavy investment in CMM inspection equipment.

    We can offer a diverse range of low to medium volume applications where our technical, engineering, manufacturing & quality control capabilities deliver tangible benefits to our customers.

  3. Smiths Metal Fabrications / AEP Precision Engineer

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    1 - South East

  4. PDS (CNC) Engineering Ltd

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    8 - North West and West Yorkshire

    Tooling Making & CNC Machining Specialists.

    PDS Engineering is a World Record breaking company providing world-class precision engineering and manufacture of components to the highest specifications and specializing in engineering excellence. Recognized for rapid response and flexibility alongside a wealth of experience in Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Petrochemical and Marine applications PDS' team of engineers offer a one-stop-shop service from concept and design to manufacturing and full production.

  5. Riverside Precision Engineering (Blackburn) Ltd

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    8 - North West and West Yorkshire

    Specialising in quality precision turned and machined components.

  6. Midland Marine & Engineering Ltd

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    6 - Yorkshire & Humberside

    MME Ltd offer a Turnkey manufacturing solution to deliver finished products to site.

    A dedicated team of engineers delivering customer requirements, working closely as a team with the customer to deliver a quality product on time.

    Turnkey Solutions:- Assembly & Installations

    Machining:- All areas & All Materials

    Fabrication:- Storage & Construction

     

  7. Arturn Ltd

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    3 - West Midlands

    Arturn Ltd is a leading supplier of mid to high volume precision turned and milled components in the UK. We manufacture a large range of standard and specialist fasteners for many different industries, most notably in the automotive sector as we are a tier 1 supplier to Aston Martin.

    Our success has been built on the supply of quality components at very competitive prices, with reliable and on time supply to meet our customers' requirements - whether it be a one off batch, KanBan, JIT or scheduled orders.

  8. Electron Beam Processes Ltd

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    1 - South East

    EBP was formed in 1966 to offer Electron Beam Welding as a service to Industry, we have now developed our company to be Total Service Provider.

    EB Welding is still at the heart of our business, and we are the most experienced EBW specialist in Europe, We carrie approvals from NADCAP ASA7114 NDT & X-RAY NADCAP AS7110 WELDING AND BRAZING B.S.I9001:2000 ROLLS ROYCE including SENSITIVE AND CRITICAL PARTS and C.A.A. and from leading companies in Aerospace, Motorsport and Industry

  9. Brown & Holmes (Tamworth) Ltd

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    3 - West Midlands

    Brown & Holmes (Tamworth) Limited provides turnkey workholding and sub-contract machining solutions for a wide range of national and international applications.

  10. TS Henderson & Co.

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    3 - West Midlands

    Three generations of experience in precision sub-contract engineering. Specialists in CNC machining with wide experience in specialist adapters, fastenings and threads and offering very competitive pricing.

    We provide you with top-quality engineering and fast, competitive quotes, offering you a friendly, personal service no matter how big or small your contract. We specialise in all forms of CNC milling and CNC machining and turning, precision grinding and most forms of sub-contract machining. Recent contracts include companies in Wales, the UK, Europe and Canada.

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