Why CNC Shops Reject Low-Volume Orders?

You send out a drawing for a quick prototype run—something small, simple, and perfectly within tolerance. Yet instead of firm quotes, you get delays, vague replies, or prices that make no sense. For many engineers, that’s the moment confusion turns to frustration: if the part is straightforward, why won’t anyone machine it? The truth is, […]

What to Do When Your CNC Supplier Misses Deadlines?

Your supplier just missed another delivery date — and now your schedule’s collapsing. Most engineers hear “running behind” only after weeks of silence or vague updates. These misses rarely happen on the machine; they start with over-promised lead times and hidden capacity strain. Most CNC delays come from poor scheduling and weak communication, not machining […]

Your Part Isn’t Impossible — Your Supplier Just Isn’t Equipped

Your supplier just said “not manufacturable” — again. You’ve checked the drawing, and nothing looks impossible. The real issue isn’t your part — it’s their equipment or capability limits. Every rejection burns time, but most of these parts can be made if you send them to the right shop. Most “can’t quote” replies come from […]

How to Spot CNC Suppliers That Overpromise Lead Times?

You get a “2-week” quote, but eight weeks later the parts still aren’t done. Your assembly stops, the project manager’s chasing updates, and you’re left explaining what went wrong. It’s a common scenario — suppliers overpromise lead times just to win quotes and hope they can catch up later. You can spot them fast by […]