If you’re in search for a machining business to handle your specific project, turn to Fathom. Fathom offers expanded machine shop services to accommodate any project. Contact Fathom today or request a quote.
A machining business is a manufacturing facility where various subtractive manufacturing processes are performed. In addition to fabrication, skilled experts also offer design assistance to help you find the best solution for your custom project. After a part has been produced, machining businesses may also offer finishing, including painting and screen printing. Some machining businesses also provide assembly.
Several factors can influence the cost of a CNC project. The design, quantity ordered, and turnaround time are all factored into cost. Get an accurate quote by submitting your details through Fathom’s SmartQuote platform.
CNC machining ensures repeatability, accuracy, control, and precision. Many CNC processes enable the production of complex designs. The complexity of a part can add to the cost. The greater the complexity, the higher the cost.
The quantity ordered also influences the cost of CNC machining. To reduce costs, some materials can be stacked during manufacturing. Consider ordering large volumes of identical parts to help bring down costs.
Cost calculations are often based on the amount of time needed to produce a part. Time calculations can also include setting up the machine and running time. Since CNC technologies are automated, the labor and time required are significantly reduced.
Partner with Fathom on your next machining job. Wire and sinker EDM, CNC lathe, chemical etching and more are all offered by Fathom. As part of our comprehensive services, we offer finishing and post processing, including welding, bead blasting, deburring and more. Below are 28 manufacturing services offered by Fathom.
Use Fathom’s SmartQuote platform to receive a quote on your next CNC machining project. Our experts will provide a quote within 1 hour, usually within 24 hours. Do you need a quote on a CNC machining project? Do you want to learn more about Fathom’s manufacturing services? Fathom’s CNC lead times are as follows:
Fathom’s manufacturing facilities are powered by over 530 machines, including mills, lathes, presses, press brakes, turret punches and additive systems. Fathom has equipment dedicated to metal prototype fabrication, including lasers, waterjet machines, finishing tools, autodeburring, 4 slide machines, multi-slide machines, press brakes, 300-ton presses, 22-ton presses, wire EDM machines, seely slide forming tools and 35-ton blanking presses.
Fathom provides not just CNC machining but also hybridized services leveraging prototype fabrication and additive manufacturing. Need metal prototype fabrication as part of a more complex project? Fathom can handle it. A recent case study is listed below where Fathom delivered 20,000 parts in 27 days using 55+ tools, including metal prototype fabrication services:
A customer came to Fathom with a complex project that spanned the technologies and processes of rapid production—and needed it done fast. Fathom delivered.
55+ Tools to Injection
Mold 15,000 Parts
First Article in 2 Weeks
3,000+ 3D
Printed Parts
2,000+ Metal
Fabricated Parts
3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing—PolyJet, SLS, MJF.
DFM Analysis + CAD Mods.
CNC Machining. Laser Cutting.
Stamping. Die Cutting. Post-Opp Drilling.
24-hour Turnaround Urethane Casting.
Injection + Compression Molding.
Model Finishing. Insert Assembly.
Advanced Project Management.
Fathom’s manufacturing network has nine locations across the United States with CNC capabilities. Our CNC locations are:
HEADQUARTERS
1050 Walnut Ridge Drive
Hartland, WI 53029
ISO 9001:2015
AS9100:2016
ITAR
ARIZONA
444 W. 21st St. Ste. 101
Tempe, AZ 85282
ISO 9001:2015
NIST 800-171 Compliant
ITAR
FLORIDA
14000 N.W. 58th Court
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
ISO 9001:2015 Design Certified
ISO 13485:2016
CALIFORNIA
620 3rd Street
Oakland, CA 94607
ISO 9001:2015 Design Certified
NIST 800-171 Compliant
ITAR
ILLINOIS
1207 Adams Drive
McHenry, IL 60051
1401 Brummel Ave
Elk Grove, IL 60007
ISO 9001:2015 Design Certified
MINNESOTA
13758 Johnson Street NE
Ham Lake, MN 55304
TEXAS
1801 Rowe Lane
Pflugerville, TX 78660
ISO 9001:2015
AS9100:2016
1513 Sam Bass Rd
Round Rock, TX 78681
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 13485:2016
Fathom is a leading manufacturer, offering nationwide coverage of both metal and plastic CNC machining.
| METALS | OPTIMAL QUANTITY | TOLERANCES (+/-) | ADVANTAGES & CONSIDERATIONS | FINISH & APPEARANCE |
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| Stainless Steel | 1-1000 | +/- 0.005″ |
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| Low Carbon Steel | 1-1000 | +/- 0.005″ |
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| Aluminum | 1-1000 | +/- 0.005″ |
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| Brass | 1-1000 | +/- 0.005″ |
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| PLASTICS | OPTIMAL QUANTITY | TOLERANCES (+/-) | ADVANTAGES & CONSIDERATIONS | FINISH & APPEARANCE |
| HDPE | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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| PC | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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| ABS | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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| Acrylic | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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| Nylon 6/6 | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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| Acetal (Delrin®) | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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| ULTEM® | 1-100 | +/- 0.008″ |
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CNC milling produces parts without cylindrical features. During milling, the workpiece remains stationary while a cutter rotates around the piece. CNC milling can be used to create a finished product from raw material or as a secondary process to add definition. CNC milling can be used with various materials, including metals, glass, plastics, ceramics, elastomers, and composites.
CNC turning produces parts with cylindrical features. During CNC turning, the workpiece rotates at a high speed while a single point cutting tool subtracts material. CNC turning is primarily used on metal alloys.
Wire EDM is used to produce parts that require complex geometries and high accuracy. During Wire EDM, a tool discharges sparks that melt through the material, creating cuts. Throughout the process, the workpiece is submerged in water, which carries away any waste. EDM can be used on titanium, carbon steel, tungsten and other electrically conductive materials.
Waterjet machining is used to produce parts with outstanding edge quality. During water jet cutting, a pump with a cutting head as small as a human hair generates an extremely high-pressured stream of water. The water is combined with an abrasive (garnet) to cut through thick material such as steel. Materials used for waterjet cutting include aluminum, titanium, steel, Inconel, brass and composites.
Plasma cutting produces highly durable parts. During the plasma cutting process, material is shaped using a plasma torch. An electric arc forms between the cathode and workpiece or anode. The electrode is submersed in water or an air-cooled gas nozzle to constrict the arc and form the plasma jet. Plasma cutting is used with metals such as aluminum, copper and steel.
A: Yes, Fathom offers CNC services.
A: A CNC machine is a piece of manufacturing equipment that is computer driven.
A: Fathom’s certifications include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 Design, and ISO 13485:2016. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: Yes, Fathom is ITAR certified. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: Yes, Fathom is AS9100:2016. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: Yes, Fathom’s certifications include NIST 800-171. For site-specific certifications, please visit https://fathommfg.com/fathom-manufacturing-certifications.
A: A machining business offers fabrication, design, finishing and assembly services.
A: Yes, machining businesses offer CNC and other manufacturing services.
A: Yes, machining businesses can be lucrative.
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from coast to coast.
HEADQUARTERS //
1050 Walnut Ridge Drive
Hartland, WI 53029
877-FATHOM-8
ARIZONA
444 W. 21st St. Ste. 101
Tempe, AZ 85282
480-966-2300
CALIFORNIA
46758 Lakeview Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538
COLORADO
7770 Washington St.
Denver, CO 80229
303-288-6855
FLORIDA
14000 N.W. 58th Court
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
305-889-3280
ILLINOIS
1207 Adams Drive
McHenry, IL 60051
815-385-7500
1401 Brummel Ave
Elk Grove, IL 60007
847-952-8088
MINNESOTA
13758 Johnson Street NE
Ham Lake, MN 55304
763-755-7575
NEW YORK
1920 Slaterville Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-277-7070
401 W. Shore Blvd.
Newark, NY 14513
315-331-7680
TEXAS
1513 Sam Bass Rd.
Round Rock, TX 78660
512-255-1477
