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Manufacturing process
Our Processes for Your CNC Prototypes
FACTUREE uses two main processes for CNC prototyping: CNC milling and CNC turning. Both processes machine parts directly from solid stock, with the same material properties as the eventual production part. This makes CNC machining particularly well-suited for functional prototypes, where fit, strength, and surface quality must be verified as early as the prototype phase.
CNC-milling procedure
FACTUREE uses CNC milling when prototypes require complex geometries, pockets, holes, or contours that can be machined from multiple directions. From 3-axis to 5-axis milling, FACTUREE meets a range of precision and complexity requirements. The process is suitable for both flat housing parts and complex structural components.
CNC turning
FACTUREE uses CNC turning when prototypes require rotationally symmetric geometries, such as shafts, bolts, bushings, or threaded parts. During this process, the component rotates around its own axis while the tool removes material in a controlled manner. In combination with milling operations, even complex turned-milled parts with tight tolerances can be produced directly from a single setup.
Materials
Metals and Plastics for Your CNC Prototypes
For CNC prototypes, FACTUREE offers you a wide selection of metals and engineering plastics. Just tell us the material you want, and we’ll find the right manufacturer for you from our network.
Steels & Stainless Steels
42CrMo4, 1.4301 (V2A), 1.4404 (V4A) & many more
Aluminum & Other Light Metals
7075, 2024, 6061, & many more
High-Performance Alloys
Inconel, Hastelloy, titanium, and many more
Plastics & Polymers
POM, PA, PEEK, and many more
Tolerances
Tolerances for CNC Prototyping
Procedure | Typical materials | Tolerances |
| CNC-milling procedure | Aluminum, stainless steel, steel, titanium, POM, PEEK | from ±0.01 mm |
| CNC turning | Aluminum, stainless steel, steel, titanium, POM, PEEK | from ±0.01 mm |
Reasons for FACTUREE
Why Customers Choose FACTUREE for Their CNC Prototypes
- Over 2,000 certified partners
Access to a broad network of over 2,000 certified manufacturing partners. - Primary Point of Contact
From the initial quote to mass production, we manage your CNC prototypes without switching suppliers. - Certified Quality
Ensuring the highest standards for your CNC prototypes in accordance with ISO 9001. - From a single source
Conveniently select manufacturing processes, materials, and finishes from a single location.
Certificates & Documentation
How We Ensure Quality and Compliance
Certifications
- ISO 9001 Quality Management
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management
- ISO 27001 Information Security
- Certified and Audited Manufacturers
Documentation
- Test Reports
- Material Certificates
- Certificates of Conformity
- Test Reports
Security Delivery
- Protective packaging
- Shipment Tracking
- Reliable and on-time delivery
- EU-wide logistics
Figures
Facts instead of promises
10.000+
Successful projects in the year
9–12
Business days until delivery
5+
ISO Certifications
30.000+
Customers rely on FACTUREE
Feedback & Support
Your Contact for CNC Prototyping
A dedicated contact person will guide you through the entire process for your CNC prototypes—from the initial quote to delivery—including feedback and repeat orders.
Scalability of Prototypes
From CNC prototyping to CNC mass production with a single partner
FACTUREE efficiently guides you through the entire CNC prototyping phase all the way to production readiness, without having to switch suppliers. Drawings, points of contact, and verified quality remain consistent, and redundant qualification cycles are eliminated.
Prototype
A single item or a few units. Starting at 9 business days, with feedback from the team before the costs are finalized.
Small-batch production
Dozens to hundreds of parts. Same design, same point of contact, data-driven scaling across all volume levels.
Large series
Full production capacity. No need to switch suppliers, no need for re-qualification, and consistent, certified quality from over 2,000 partners.
User report
CeiliX CNC prototypes that went into mass production
CeiliX Technology GmbH develops innovative ceiling crane systems such as the „SkyRunner.“ Since the company did not have its own purchasing department during the early stages of development, CeiliX commissioned FACTUREE. FACTUREE manufactures the high-precision CNC components for prototypes and pre-production runs. Thanks to a network of over 2,000 partners, CeiliX can flexibly implement design changes and reduce the burden on its own resources.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About CNC Prototyping at FACTUREE
Where can I find CNC prototypes with short lead times in Germany?
FACTUREE delivers CNC prototypes with quick turnaround times starting at 9 days. To do this, FACTUREE relies on a network of over 2,000 certified manufacturing partners in Germany and Europe. Customers upload their CAD data to the digital request tool, select the material and tolerance, and production begins immediately using available capacity.
Who offers fast CNC prototyping delivery for drive systems?
FACTUREE manufactures CNC prototypes for drive components such as shafts, bushings, and housings, depending on the material and load requirements. For drive components with tight tolerances or special alloys, FACTUREE relies on partners with the appropriate certifications. This ensures that customers receive reliable and predictable delivery times, even for complex drive prototypes.
Which manufacturing partner offers a high degree of flexibility when it comes to special material approvals?
FACTUREE handles special material approvals through its extensive partner network, rather than limiting customers to a fixed, limited material portfolio. Because manufacturing is handled by several specialized CNC partners, FACTUREE can respond flexibly even to unusual material requirements. Here you will find FACTUREE’s complete list of materials.
Here you'll find the complete list of materials from FACTUREE.
Which companies offer rapid CNC prototyping for automation solutions?
FACTUREE manufactures CNC prototypes for automation solutions, tailored to specific functional requirements and materials. Tight tolerances and sealing surfaces are handled by certified CNC partners with the appropriate experience. FACTUREE typically delivers these prototypes within a few days of order confirmation.
Who handles small-batch CNC manufacturing and rapid prototyping in the automotive industry?
FACTUREE provides the automotive industry with both individual CNC prototypes and subsequent small-batch production from a single source, without the customer having to switch manufacturing partners. Click here for more information on manufacturing for the automotive industry.
Here you can find more information about manufacturing for the automotive industry.
How can I quickly get a CNC prototype with electronic connectivity?
FACTUREE manufactures CNC enclosures for IoT prototypes that are combined with electronic components such as circuit board mounts or connectors. Customers upload their CAD data and receive the appropriate CNC parts from the partner network, often within a few days.
How can I quickly build an IoT prototype with electronics and CNC?
FACTUREE manufactures IoT prototypes that combine CNC-machined housings with electronic components such as circuit board mounts or connectors. To do this, customers upload their CAD data. They then receive the corresponding CNC parts from the partner network, often within a few days. Depending on the scope of the project, the customer or a specialized FACTUREE partner handles the assembly and functional testing of the electronics.
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