In 2024, a U.S. client planned to procure 2,000 aluminum components. The original technical requirement specified full CNC machining, with a unit price of USD 13.80. This approach resulted in high costs and low material utilization.
We proposed an alternative manufacturing process: aluminum extrusion → cold drawing → sawing → turning → black anodizing.
· Unit cost reduced to USD 5.83, achieving a 57.7% cost reduction
· Preserved metal grain flow, resulting in superior durability compared to fully machined parts
The client was highly satisfied with both the cost savings and performance improvements. Following the successful delivery of the initial batch, the order volume increased to 10,000 units. A long-term partnership was established, and this process has since become a benchmark for similar components.
By replacing full CNC machining with near-net-shape manufacturing, we significantly reduced costs while enhancing product quality—delivering tangible economic benefits to the client.
