Prototype to low volume
A practical pathway for proving a design, producing a one-off part, or manufacturing a controlled small batch.
02 / Manufacture
Geometry, made real.
CNC machining for prototypes, one-off components and low-volume production—supported by design and manufacturing knowledge in one workflow.
What we do
True Axis machines custom parts from supplied models and drawings, or can help develop the manufacturing data first. Every job is reviewed against its geometry, material, quantity and functional requirements.
Project-specific tolerances are available subject to component geometry, material and manufacturing requirements.
013-axis machining
024-axis machining
035-axis machining
04CNC milling
05Prototype machining
06One-off components
07Small production runs
08Custom components
The approach
Practical detail.
Clear next steps.
Engineering materials
Projects may use aluminium, steel, stainless steel, engineering plastics and other materials subject to requirements.
Design + machining
When geometry needs adjustment, the feedback loop between engineering and manufacture stays direct.
Have enough information to begin? Start now and add technical details progressively.
Request manufacturing quote ↗Project workflow
A connected process.
Engage True Axis for one stage or carry the project through the complete workflow.
- 01
Review
Assess CAD, drawings, material, quantity and application.
- 02
Plan
Develop the machining and workholding approach.
- 03
Program
Prepare CAM operations for the component.
- 04
Machine
Manufacture using the suitable axis strategy.
- 05
Inspect
Verify agreed critical dimensions and requirements.
- 06
Deliver
Prepare completed components for collection or dispatch.
Project inputs + outputs
Useful detail, without making you solve the engineering first.
Upload the information you already have. True Axis reviews geometry, application, interfaces and inspection needs before confirming scope.
- 3D CAD such as STEP
- A dimensioned drawing or PDF
- Photos, sketches or a sample part
- Quantity, application and timing context
- A reviewed manufacturing scope
- Process and workholding planning
- Machined parts to agreed requirements
- Project-specific dimensional verification
Frequently asked
01Do I need to choose a CNC machine or axis strategy?
No. Supply the part information and required outcome. True Axis determines the suitable machining, setup and workholding approach during review.
02Can you make one part?
Prototype and one-off work can be reviewed alongside low-volume and repeat requirements. Suitability depends on geometry, material, access and project scope.
03Can outside finishing be coordinated?
Where required, associated processes such as anodising, heat treatment, grinding, coating or engraving can be coordinated with suitable external suppliers and identified clearly in the scope.
Start with what you have
Bring the idea,
part or drawing.
Tell us what you need the component or system to do. We’ll help define the right next step.
Request manufacturing quote ↗