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Typically the review is two phases:

Phase 1
Review and approve the part orientation, datum locations, clamp locations, overall size, and all the other major defining features.

Phase 2
Review the overall design concept, access, functionality, material utilization, and final details for the fixture.

After final design approval, to track changes and ensure good communication throughout the post-design process, an Engineering Change Notification (ECN) is created and submitted for customer approval for any changes in customer parts or models and/or customer-driven changes in scope, cost, or project timelines.

Dimensional Quality / Fit and Finish

• Our CMM FaroArms utilize the most recent software to qualify directly off the 3D model for precise, fast data.
• Weld fixtures are inspected and shimmed to nominal, and inspection fixtures are typically qualified at 10% of print tolerance. Parts are checked to print tolerances.

Run-off to test function

• Performing run-off proves complete functionality of the tooling.
• If you need a more involved run-off, we provide a designated area, including a 5-ton crane and privacy curtain.
• If changes or modifications are required, we have full, in-house manufacturing support, including machining (CNC milling, lathe, grinding, waterjet, wire EDM, etc.), plumbing, and electrical.