On-Demand Manufacturing for
Custom Parts & Prototypes
Get competitive quotes from qualified manufacturers for CNC machining, routing, waterjet, laser, sheet metal, and carbon fiber, from rapid prototypes to production runs.
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Capabilities
Our manufacturing services
From CNC machining to sheet metal, waterjet, laser, and welding, find shops set up for the process your part needs.
Milled and turned parts in metal and plastic.
CNC TurningRound parts on a lathe, prototype to production.
5-Axis MachiningComplex geometry in a single setup.
Swiss MachiningHigh-volume precision for small turned parts.
EDM & Wire EDMHard metals and fine detail, no cutting force.
Waterjet CuttingCold cutting for thick metal and composites.
Laser CuttingFast, precise flat cuts in sheet metal.
Plasma CuttingCost-effective cutting for thick steel plate.
CNC RoutingSheet-based cutting for wood, plastics, composites.
Carbon Fiber CuttingClean cuts and machining for composite parts.
Sheet Metal & Press BrakeCut, bent, and formed sheet metal parts.
Tube BendingBent tube and pipe to your radius.
WeldingJoined and fabricated metal assemblies.
Powder CoatingDurable colored finish on metal parts.
3D PrintingRapid prototypes and low-volume production.
Materials
Materials we machine and fabricate
Metals, plastics, and composites, plus woods and stone. Filter to find yours, or see real grades and stock forms on each material page.
How OpenSpindle works
We tap our partner network. You get the best-match quote.
Upload your part and we tap our network of partner shops to get you a competitive, all-in quote that is the best match for the job.
One upload
A CAD file or a sketch. That is the whole ask on your end.
Your best-match quote
Sourced from the partner shops set up for your exact part.
All-in, on your timeline
Machining, finishing, and shipping detailed to your turnaround.
Industries
Industries we serve
Aerospace and defense, medical, robotics, energy, electronics, automotive, and architectural fabrication.
Free to quote
Post your project and get quotes at no cost.
One best-match quote
One submission, one competitive quote from our partner network.
Secure payment
We help facilitate the payment process.
For fabricators
Put your shop in front of buyers
Get listed on the marketplace and receive matched RFQs. Free, with no software commitment. Ready for more? Run your whole shop on OpenSpindle: quoting, scheduling, invoicing, and the marketplace in one system.
Ready to start your project?
Post it once and get matched with vetted shops across every material and process.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to get quotes?
Nothing. Posting a project and receiving quotes from fabricators is free. You only pay the shop you choose to hire for your project.
How many quotes will I get?
One project post reaches every fabricator matched to your work, so you can receive several competitive quotes to compare on price, timeline, and portfolio.
What kinds of parts and projects can I post?
Custom parts, prototypes, and production runs across CNC machining, CNC turning, sheet metal, waterjet, laser cutting, and welding, in metal, plastic, and composite. Plus cabinetry, architectural millwork, countertops, furniture, and signage in wood and stone.
How are the shops reviewed?
Every shop profile is reviewed before it goes live, and listings show real ratings from completed projects so you can understand who you are hiring before making contact.
How do payments work?
You review competitive quotes and choose the fabricator that fits. OpenSpindle helps facilitate secure payment so both sides are protected through the project.
How long until I hear back from shops?
Most buyers start receiving quotes within a few days. Response time depends on the project scope and how many matched shops are actively quoting.