Should You Quote by Weight or Geometry

Most shops start quoting by weight. It’s simple: take the part volume, multiply by material density, add a markup, and send the number. For early-stage 3D printing bureaus running one or two machines, that works fine. But as soon as you add processes, materials, or...

Why DFM Feedback Belongs in the Quote

When a new RFQ lands, the first question is usually “can we make this?” — not “is this designed well for our process?” That distinction matters. Shops that wait until after the quote to flag thin walls, impossible tolerances, or unsupported...