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Production CNC Machining Services

Production CNC machining for 2,300+ global OEM clients, with 1.2M+ critical parts machined annually. Every run passes IQC to OQC stage-gates under ISO 9001, AS9100D and ISO 13485.

  • 98.6%+

    On-Time Delivery

  • 1.2M+

    Parts per Year

  • ±0.005 mm

    Tolerance

Production CNC machining of a large aluminum housing on 5-axis mill
ISO Certified ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100D
Production CNC machined shafts and pins on dark worktable

What Production CNC Machining Means at DEK

Production machining reproduces a validated design under a documented, quality-gated process: every unit is traceable to inspection records, not a machinist’s memory. Most programs start after moving from prototype to production, with fixturing and inspection plans locked before the first lot runs.

DEK brings 20+ years in precision machining to these programs, from 3-axis CNC machining to 5-axis CNC machining. For single parts or very small batches, low volume CNC machining is the better starting point.

Why OEMs Choose DEK for Production

Certifications, documented process control and a large OEM base keep a specification consistent as volume grows.

  • On-Time Delivery

    Production programs ship at a 98.6%+ on-time delivery rate, with shipping as fast as 1 day once parts clear OQC inspection.

  • Full Traceability

    Every unit is traceable to inspection records, and material grade and lot traceability are locked at kickoff to avoid machinability surprises mid-run.

  • Certified Quality System

    ISO 9001, AS9100D and ISO 13485 certifications from TUV, with one stage-gated QMS for aerospace, medical, robotics and automation programs.

  • Proven OEM Base

    2,300+ OEM clients across Europe and North America and 1.2M+ critical parts machined annually, built on 20+ years in precision machining.

Dedicated Account Management

Each program gets dedicated account management, so a specification stays consistent as volume grows, without the re-qualification risk of switching shops between prototype and production.

Production CNC Machining Capabilities

Quality gates, traceability, tolerances, qualified processes and scale-up rules that govern every DEK production run.

  • CNC Machining Quality Control

    Each order moves through documented stage-gates backed by in-house CMM inspection, under the DEK quality system.

    • IQC, IPQC, FAI and OQC inspection gates
    • SPC monitoring across the production run
    • CAPA for corrective and preventive actions
    • In-house CMM inspection
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    Parameter Specification
    Inspection gates IQC, IPQC, FAI, OQC
    Process monitoring SPC
    Corrective action CAPA
    Measurement In-house CMM
    Certifications ISO 9001, AS9100D, ISO 13485
    Certification body TUV
  • Traceability in Manufacturing

    Every unit is traceable to inspection records, not a machinist’s memory, with full traceability documentation per lot.

    • Grade locked at kickoff, for PEEK or PTFE lots
    • Lot traceability recorded from the first lot
    • FAI package locked before full release
    • Inspection records kept for every unit
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    Parameter Specification
    Unit records Traceable to inspection records
    Material grade Locked at kickoff
    Lot traceability Locked at kickoff
    First article FAI package before release
    Documentation Full traceability documents
  • Production Tolerances by Feature

    Unless a drawing specifies otherwise, parts run to ISO 2768-m (full standard). Tighter capability tolerances apply by feature type.

    • ±0.005 mm on general CNC features
    • ±0.003 mm on micro parts under 10 mm
    • ±0.01 mm for 5-axis profile control
    • Large parts up to ~1000 mm
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    Parameter Specification
    General tolerance ISO 2768-m
    General CNC features ±0.005 mm
    5-axis profile control ±0.01 mm
    Micro parts (sub-10 mm) ±0.003 mm
    Fit-critical assemblies ±0.005 mm
    Part size Up to ~1000 mm
  • Production CNC Machining Services

    These processes are qualified for production runs, plus CNC machining with anodizing, plating or powder coating finishes.

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    Parameter Specification
    Milling 3-, 4- and 5-axis
    Turning CNC turning, Swiss machining
    EDM EDM machining
    Grinding Cylindrical grinding
    Gears Gear machining and cutting
    Machining + finish Anodizing, plating, powder coat
  • Scaling From Prototype to Production

    No MOQ means a program can start with a pilot lot on prototype tooling before committing to volume.

    • Pilot lot run on prototype tooling
    • Fixturing and tooling amortized across release lot
    • FAI package and fixturing plan locked first
    • Production lead time quoted per program
    Scale to Production
    Parameter Specification
    MOQ None
    Pilot lot On prototype tooling
    Tooling cost Amortized across release lot
    Prototype turnaround 3 days
    Shipping after OQC As fast as 1 day
    Production lead time Quoted per program

Production CNC Machining vs. Other Order Types

Choose production machining once a design has cleared prototype sign-off and must repeat the same tolerance and finish across a full run.

Criteria This ProcessProduction CNC Machining Low Volume CNC CNC Prototyping
Best for Full release runs Single parts, small batches Design validation
Design status Validated, signed off Small quantities Before sign-off
Tooling Fixturing locked pre-lot No MOQ Prototype tooling
Lead time Quoted per program Quoted per job 3 days

Production Programs by Industry

Aerospace (non-flight-critical), medical devices, robotics and semiconductor equipment programs all run through the same stage-gated QMS.

Part Sizes and Features We Produce

Production runs cover micro parts, large parts and fit-critical features, each held to a documented capability tolerance.

  • Micro Parts Under 10 mm

    Sub-10 mm parts held to ±0.003 mm through micro machining, inspected on in-house CMM.

  • Large Parts to ~1000 mm

    Part sizes up to ~1000 mm through large part CNC machining, under the same QMS.

  • Fit-Critical Assemblies

    Shaft-bore fits and coaxiality held to ±0.005 mm, as on custom shafts run in lots.

  • 5-Axis Profiles

    Profile control to ±0.01 mm on complex geometry through 5-axis CNC machining.

  • Gears in Production Lots

    Gear machining and cutting is qualified for production runs alongside milling and turning.

Production Risks We Control

  • Mid-Run Machinability

    Material grade and lot traceability are locked at kickoff, which avoids machinability surprises once the production run has started.

  • Re-Qualification Risk

    Running prototype and production in one shop under one QMS removes the re-qualification risk of switching suppliers as volume grows.

  • Tooling Cost on Small Lots

    With no MOQ, a pilot lot runs on prototype tooling, and fixturing and tooling costs are amortized across the confirmed release lot.

  • Batch Consistency

    SPC monitoring and IPQC checks during the run keep tolerance and finish consistent from the first unit to the last of each lot.

Certified Production Quality

Every run follows IQC, IPQC, FAI, OQC, SPC and CAPA stage-gates, certified by TUV.

  • AS9100D and ISO 9001 certification logo
    AS9100D

    Aerospace Quality Management System

  • ISO 9001 certification logo
    ISO 9001:2015

    Quality Management Standard

  • ISO 13485 certification logo
    ISO 13485

    Medical Devices Quality Management

50+ Production Materials and Finishes

50+ metals and engineering plastics run in production lots, combined with CNC machining + finish options.

Need another alloy or finish? Ask our engineers to review it

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How a Production Program Runs

  • 1

    Send Your RFQ

    STEP or native CAD plus a dimensioned PDF, target tolerances, material spec and lot size.

  • 2

    Review and Quote

    Engineer-reviewed quote within 6 hours, with a manufacturability review included.

  • 3

    Pilot Lot and FAI

    Fixturing, inspection plan and FAI package locked before the release lot runs.

  • 4

    Controlled Production

    IPQC and SPC monitoring keep tolerance and finish consistent across the run.

  • 5

    OQC and Shipping

    Final OQC with traceability records; shipping as fast as 1 day after OQC.

Production Machining FAQ

Short answers on what production CNC work means and how it is priced.

What does CNC production mean?
It means manufacturing a validated part repeatedly under a documented, quality-gated process. Every unit is traceable back to inspection records, not just a machinist's setup notes, through IQC, IPQC, FAI, OQC, SPC and CAPA stage-gates.
How much does CNC machining cost per hour?
There is no single figure: rates vary by machine type, material and tolerance. In production, fixturing and tooling costs are amortized across the confirmed release lot. The CNC machining cost guide gives a full breakdown by process and material.
Is there a minimum order quantity for production runs?
No. With no MOQ, a program can start with a pilot lot on prototype tooling before committing to volume. Prototype turnaround runs 3 days, and production lead times are quoted per program based on tooling and FAI needs.

Request a Production CNC Machining Quote

Send your drawing, target tolerances, material spec and expected lot size for a manufacturability review before pricing comes back.

  • STEP or native CAD plus a dimensioned PDF
  • Engineer-reviewed quote within 6 hours
  • No MOQ: start with a pilot lot
  • 98.6%+ on-time delivery rate
  • See typical CNC machining costs
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