One of the services we offer our customers at NOVA TEK is subcontract machining. Basically, if you need specialised machining, you can rely on us without having to invest in resources, training and equipment, with a far superior quality result.
It goes without saying that one of the most important aspects, when it comes to subcontract machining, is saving money. It must be said that there is no standard price, as the cost is influenced by several factors. Let us explain the five main factors.
Va da sé che tra gli aspetti fondamentali quando si parla di lavorazione in conto terzi c’è quello economico. Da premettere che non esiste un prezzo standard, poiché il costo è influenzato da diversi fattori. Capiamo insieme i 5 principali.
The 5 main factors influencing cost
• Types of machining required: this includes process steps ranging from cutting to milling, welding to turning and, last but not least, any finishing and treatment. Cutting and welding are simple processes, requiring no special measures, which is why they tend to be cheaper. The matter is different when it comes to milling and turning, processes that often require the use of so-called CNC (computer numerical control) machines, which are more complex and therefore more expensive equipment. With special machining, we mean techniques, such as heat treatment or painting, which also require state-of-the-art equipment with a consequent price increase.
• Project complexity: this category includes tight tolerance requirements or projects where there is a need to apply a combination of several machining steps, such as milling, welding, surface treatment and assembly. In this case, it is clear how the machining process becomes more complicated, requiring more resources and also more time, which all contribute to increasing the overall final cost.
• Materials to be machined: special or high-strength materials, such as stainless steel or titanium, are difficult to machine, and therefore require a greater investment in specific equipment and operator expertise.
• Quantity of parts to be machined: working on small quantities of parts may increase the price, as opposed to large-scale work which, as such, leads to lower costs per part.
• Delivery time: if you need a job urgently and therefore a quick delivery, the use of extra resources and the need for overtime shifts to meet deadlines could result in an increase in the price to complete the job within the deadline.
In conclusion, although there is no standardised price list that applies to all types of work and for all sectors, it is worth remembering that we at NOVA TEK work in a flexible manner, always trying to offer the best value for money. We therefore invite you to contact us for a clear, no-obligation quotation, thanks to which you will have a detailed overview of the terms and price for carrying out the work.