CNC Machining
Precision machining for custom metal and plastic components, prototypes and production parts.
Machined geometryView CapabilityManufacturing Capabilities
Custom Manufacturing Capabilities for Metal & Plastic Parts
From prototype review to production support, FSD supports OEM projects across machining, casting, molding, stamping, tooling and surface finishing.
01Metal & Plastic Parts
02Prototype to Production
03OEM Project Review
Core Manufacturing Routes
Six Manufacturing Routes for OEM Projects
FSD reviews part geometry, material, quantity, tooling needs and finishing requirements before selecting a manufacturing route for quotation.
Die Casting
Custom metal housings, enclosures and structural parts, with tooling and production planning matched to the project.
Cast metal partsView CapabilityInjection Molding
Custom molded plastic parts with material, mold and production planning considered together.
Plastic productionView CapabilityMetal Stamping
Stamped and formed metal parts for OEM projects, with geometry and material thickness considered during process planning.
Formed metal partsView CapabilityMolds & Tooling
Tooling and mold manufacturing for projects preparing for repeat production.
Production setupView CapabilitySurface Finishing
Surface finishing for appearance, protection, texture and downstream part requirements.
Appearance & functionView CapabilityProcess Selection
Match the Part Requirement to the Manufacturing Route
The matrix is a first-pass decision aid. Final process selection depends on material, geometry, quantity, finishing and project requirements.
Tight-tolerance machined geometry01CNC Machining →
Commonly reviewed when the part requires machined features, prototypes or lower tooling dependency.
Metal housings for production support02Die Casting →
May be reviewed for metal housings and enclosures where tooling and repeat production are part of the project.
Plastic production components03Injection Molding →
Common route for molded plastic parts when material, mold design and production requirements are defined.
Thin sheet or formed metal parts04Metal Stamping →
Reviewed for sheet metal geometry, formed components and production-oriented metal parts.
Production molds or fixtures05Molds & Tooling →
Reviewed when the project requires dedicated tooling before repeat manufacturing.
Appearance, corrosion or texture requirements06Surface Finishing →
Reviewed after material and base process selection so the finish can be matched to part requirements.
Need a deeper process comparison?View Process Selection Guide
From Prototype to Production
From Drawing Review to Production Support
FSD reviews requirements across the project path, from early drawings and samples to tooling, production and delivery preparation.
Drawing / Prototype Review
Review requirements
DFM / Process Planning
Confirm route
Prototype / Sample
Review output
Tooling / Setup
Prepare process
Production
Manufacturing support
Inspection / Delivery
Review and ship
Material Coverage
Material Families We Commonly Review
Material selection is reviewed together with part geometry, functional requirements, manufacturing process and finishing needs.
Aluminum Alloys
Common RoutesCNC · Die Casting · Finishing
Commonly reviewed for machined parts, housings, enclosures and lightweight metal components.
Steels / Stainless Steels
Common RoutesCNC · Stamping · Surface Review
Reviewed when strength, wear, corrosion or formed metal requirements affect the manufacturing route.
Copper / Brass
Common RoutesCNC · Stamping · Plating
Often reviewed for conductive, mechanical or precision component requirements.
Zinc / Magnesium Alloys
Common RoutesDie Casting · CNC Secondary · Finishing
Reviewed for cast metal parts where material selection depends on geometry and production needs.
Engineering Plastics
Common RoutesInjection Molding · CNC Prototype · Mold Review
Reviewed for plastic parts where application, material behavior and tooling requirements matter.
Tooling Materials
Common RoutesMolds · Fixtures · Production Setup
Reviewed when the project requires mold manufacturing or dedicated production tooling.
Need material comparison before RFQ?View Material Selection Guide
Multi-Process Projects
When One OEM Project Needs More Than One Process
Some OEM projects require more than one manufacturing process. FSD can review how machining, tooling, molding, casting, stamping and finishing connect around the same part or production program.
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Prototype to Metal Production
Machined Prototype→Tooling Review→Die Cast Production
02
Molded Plastic Project
Material Review→Mold Manufacturing→Injection Molding
03
Stamped Component Route
Metal Stamping→Secondary Review→Surface Finishing
04
Die Cast Housing Route
Die Casting→CNC Secondary Machining→Surface Finishing
Secondary Operations
Secondary Processing & Surface Finishing
Secondary operations and finishes are reviewed around the base process, part material, critical areas and final application requirements.
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Secondary Processing
- Secondary CNC machining
- Drilling / tapping review
- Laser cutting
- Grinding
- Deburring and edge review
- Assembly requirement review
02
Surface Finishing
- Anodizing
- Painting
- Powder coating
- Electroplating
- Sandblasting
- Polishing
Quality Throughout the Route
Quality Review Across the Manufacturing Route
Quality review stays connected to drawings, materials, process planning and final project requirements throughout the manufacturing route.
Drawing Review
Material / Process Confirmation
In-Process Inspection
Final Inspection
Packaging / Delivery Review
Industry Applications
Manufacturing Capabilities Applied Across OEM Industries
Different industries bring different geometry, material, thermal, structural and production requirements. FSD reviews the manufacturing route around the actual component and application.
AI Server / Data Center
Structural, enclosure and thermal-related component requirements may involve CNC, die casting, stamping and finishing review.
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Robotics / Automation
Automation parts may require machined, formed, molded or finished components depending on the equipment design.
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Industrial Equipment
Industrial components are reviewed around material, mechanical function, production route and finishing requirements.
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Power Electronics / Energy
Power and energy applications may involve enclosure, thermal, structural and surface requirements for OEM components.
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What to Send for a Manufacturing Review
A drawing, target quantity and the project information currently available are enough to begin a manufacturing review.
01Drawing
02Material
03Quantity
04Critical Dimensions
05Surface Finish
06Application
07Delivery Requirement
Not every item needs to be finalized before RFQ. Share what is currently available and identify any requirements still under review.
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Ready to Review Your Manufacturing Route?
Share your drawing, material, quantity and project requirements. FSD can review the manufacturing process and production route before quotation.