In manufacturing, time can be the difference between hitting a launch date and missing it. The fastest way to keep your schedule on track is to remove friction between your design intent and our production plan. That is the job of Smart RFQ. It gives you a simple and secure way to send project details and CAD so our team can review quickly and return a clear, accurate quote without long email chains.
You are not just filling out a form. You are handing your project to a team with decades of experience, real engineering support, and a commitment to do things right the first time.
Why Smart RFQ speeds up the RFQ process
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It gathers the right information up front so we do not have to chase missing details later.
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It accepts CAD, which lets our engineers check manufacturability and suggest ideas that save time and cost.
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It connects your request to in house capabilities, from laser cutting and forming to welding, so there are fewer handoffs.
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It routes your request to the people who can act on it right away.
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It gives you a quote that already reflects a real plan, so approvals move faster.
What to include when you upload CAD
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PDF drawings with the current revision
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CAD files if available
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Material and thickness, plus any acceptable alternates
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Finish and any hardware
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Tolerances and critical features
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Quantity breaks and target dates
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Packaging needs and delivery zip
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Notes on compliance or documentation
If you are working with thicker material or a cosmetic surface, tell us your expectations for edges and finish. Our team can tune the process to match. For example, our lasers cut carbon steel up to 1 inch, stainless up to three-quarters inch, and aluminum up to one-half inch. Sharing thickness early helps us plan nesting and scheduling.
How the upload review and quote workflow runs
Upload, review, quote, and then build
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Upload
Send your files and context through Smart RFQ. It is quick, secure, and goes straight to our estimating and engineering teams. -
Review
We look for manufacturability issues and opportunities. That includes material callouts, bend radii, hole to edge distance, weld symbols, finish, and any features that are critical to function. If a small change can improve yield or reduce set ups, we will suggest it. -
Plan
We line up the most efficient path through our shop. With four automated lasers and robust forming cells, we can match the lane to your mix of thickness, tolerance, and volume. Keeping cutting, forming, and welding in-house removes delays that come with shipping parts between vendors. -
Quote
You receive clear pricing and schedule options based on that plan. If anything is ambiguous, we will clarify quickly so nothing stalls. -
Launch
Once you approve, we lock the schedule and start programming, nesting, and tooling. Parts move directly into forming, welding, and final inspection.
Small design choices that speed everything up
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Use common bend radii and material thicknesses to reduce tooling changes.
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Add simple tab and slot features on weldments so parts locate themselves and fixtures stay simple.
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Tighten tolerances only where function demands it and relax the rest to improve yield.
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Call out finish early so we can align edge condition, masking, and hardware installation with your cosmetic goals.
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Group parts that share material and finish so we can nest them in the same run.
These are the kinds of improvements our engineers will share with your quote. The goal is to protect your schedule without sacrificing quality.
What to expect after approval
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Laser cutting queues parts by thickness and due date.
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Forming runs on press brakes that can handle simple flanges and complex staged bends.
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Welding stay in house, including robotic welding, which keeps the flow tight and quality consistent.
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Final inspection and packaging match your line-side needs so assembly goes smoothly.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to upload CAD
You will get a faster and more accurate quote when you include CAD. It allows us to confirm manufacturability and suggest improvements before the first part is cut.
What materials and thicknesses can you cut
We cut carbon steel up to 1 inch, stainless up to three-quarters inch, and aluminum up to one-half inch on four automated lasers.
Can you bend, weld, and cut in-house
Yes. Cutting, forming, and welding all happen under one roof. That is how we keep schedules predictable and quality consistent.
Who reviews my request
Your RFQ is reviewed by engineers and operators with many years on the floor. You get practical feedback and a plan that reflects how parts are actually made.
Ready to move faster
Upload your CAD through Smart RFQ and get a fast, customized quote. If we see a simple change that improves manufacturability or shortens lead time, we will share it with you before work begins.