How Does JXGC Develop Strategies for Customers to Reduce CNC Machining Costs?

JXGC have more than ten years of processing experience in the field of CNC precision machining. We have a comprehensive strategy to reduce CNC costs and maximize the benefits of the production process.

In addition, we have opened up the key connections between upstream and downstream suppliers of CNC machining technology and surface treatment technology, and try to provide our customers with high-quality and competitive services at key nodes in the supply chain!

The following are several specific strategies that our JXGC uses to save CNC machining:

1.Optimizing Design for Manufacturability

The design of the structure is crucial to reducing CNC machining costs in different aspects:

a.This includes designing parts with simpler geometries to reduce complex machining operations and tool damage, thereby reducing production time and costs.

b.Adjusting tolerances to practical levels can also significantly reduce costs. Tighter tolerances typically require a more precise machining process and therefore cost more.

c.Thoughtful material selection and a design that avoids the need for extensive and expensive tooling are also key.

d.Work with machining experts during the design phase to ensure the design is not only manufacturable, but also cost-effective.

These measures not only simplify the manufacturing process but also optimize the use of materials and reduce waste. They result in significant overall savings while maintaining the quality and functionality of CNC machined parts.

When customers provide us with 2D or 3D design drawings to JXGC, our engineers will give optimization suggestions for structural design in specific production links while evaluating the quotation, and issue a DFM report for our customers' reference. Regarding the confidentiality of the drawings, we can all sign a confidentiality agreement!

2.Material Selection and Cost-Benefit Analysis

Choosing materials that balance affordability and functional requirements can significantly reduce raw material costs. Material standardization across product lines minimizes waste, optimizes processing efficiency and simplifies procurement. Key considerations in material selection include cost, availability and suitability for processing. This careful approach not only reduces direct material expenses but also improves overall operational productivity.

Of course, we will not choose to change the material selection just to reduce costs. Our material selection is just a balance on the premise of respecting our customers. For this reason, we hope that our customers can have a deep understanding of the relationship between the price and performance of materials.

3.Multi-head CNC Machine Center

What we at JXGC are currently proud of is our 4-axis 8-head CNC machining center. The advantages of this multi-head CNC machining center are obvious. By loading and unloading materials at one time, multiple products can be processed at the same time, which greatly reduces the time cost of the processing process and also saves labor costs. In addition, multi-head CNC machining centers have relatively stable and uniform processing flatness, ensuring that each product has a high-quality processing surface.

The efficiency and productivity of multi-head CNC machining centers bring us many benefits. By processing multiple products at once, we not only improve production efficiency but also reduce production costs. At the same time, the stability and consistency of the multi-head CNC machining center ensures the quality and precision of each product, allowing customers to use the products we process with confidence.

In a highly competitive market environment, our multi-head CNC machining center provides us with an advantage that allows us to meet customer needs quickly and efficiently and enhance our market competitiveness. We will continue to work hard to maintain the efficient operation of our equipment and are committed to providing customers with high-quality and efficient processing services.

4.Avoid Multiple Surface Finishes

Among different surface treatment processes, what customers care about most is the smoothness of the product surface. To improve the surface finish, processes include electropolishing, fine grinding, mirror polishing, etc. From a customer cost perspective, we usually do not reuse surface treatment processes that achieve the same effect. I only choose the most appropriate surface treatment process based on the effect the customer wants combined with the material characteristics!

Nonetheless, specific surface treatments are necessary to improve the quality of the product. These include chemical films, sandblasting, electropolishing and anodizing, among others.

Another factor that increases the cost of surface treatments is using several treatments on multiple surfaces of a product. For example, some project managers use chrome plating on certain areas and sandblasting on other areas. Therefore, if possible, try to communicate with the customer to achieve the goal more cost-optimally by being consistent throughout the component.

5.Leveraging Economies of Scale

According to a survey by Chinese manufacturing researchers, there is an inverse proportional curve between the quantity and cost of CNC processing of a batch, that is, the greater the output, the lower the individual cost of processing. This is defined by researchers as the economy of scale effect!

Let's say we have a single part that costs $49. After 10 units are produced, the unit cost of the part drops to about $12.50.

Likewise, if a batch of 1,000 parts is produced, the cost of the part drops to approximately $6.79 per unit. In summary, by increasing manufacturing orders from 1 to 1,000 units, the cost per part can be reduced by more than 70%.

Decline occurs because every variable involved in the process remains constant. That is, the cost of CAD design and labor required for the process is almost the same whether ten, fifty, or a hundred parts are manufactured.

To maximize economies of scale, customers may consider placing larger orders to benefit from these economies of scale.