by Chris Anjel | Aug 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most shops know to quote setup, run time, and material. Few consistently quote the time spent calibrating machines before a job runs. Whether it’s a CNC probe routine, a 3D printer bed level, or a laser power check, calibration consumes operator attention and...
by Chris Anjel | Aug 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most quoting workflows handle raw material and machine time well. They stumble when a part needs embedded hardware — heat-set inserts, press-fit pins, captive nuts, or overmolded fasteners. These features introduce sourcing lead times, installation labor, scrap risk,...
by Chris Anjel | Aug 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most shops can quote a single process — CNC milling, laser cutting, or an SLS build — with confidence. The trouble starts when a part needs two, three, or four different operations before it ships. A bracket that gets printed, then machined for tolerance, then...
by Chris Anjel | Aug 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Recurring orders are the backbone of many digital manufacturing shops. Blanket POs, scheduled releases, and annual supply agreements fill the calendar and smooth cash flow. But they also hide a quiet margin killer: the quote you set in month one rarely reflects the...
by Chris Anjel | Aug 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most shops quote machining or printing time down to the minute, then slap a flat “inspection fee” on the line item and hope it covers the CMM run, the first-article report, and the occasional gauge R&R study. It rarely does. Inspection is where margin...
