Materials & Process Engineering

Materials and Processes for Real Production

Choosing a material is not enough.

The same component may be produced by CNC machining, die casting, extrusion, forging, or another process. The right choice depends on the part geometry, required performance, production quantity, finish, and cost.

Aikerly reviews these factors together and coordinates the appropriate manufacturing route with qualified production partners.

Material → Process → Performance → Cost → Production

Process Selection

The manufacturing process needs to match both the design and the production quantity.

Aikerly coordinates production through processes including:

• CNC Machining

• Die Casting

• Extrusion

• Forging

• Sheet Metal Fabrication

• 3D Printing

• Composite Manufacturing

For example, CNC machining may be suitable for prototypes or lower-volume parts, while casting, extrusion, or forging may become more economical as volume increases.

We review the complete production route rather than selecting a process based on material alone.

Related: Manufacturing Capabilities · CNC Machining· Die Casting· Extrusion· Forging

Performance Requirements

The material and process must deliver the required performance in the finished part.

Depending on the application, we review:

• Strength

• Weight

• Stiffness

• Hardness

• Fatigue

• Corrosion Resistance

• Temperature Resistance

• Wear

• Dimensional Stability

Material specifications, heat treatment, surface treatment, and inspection requirements can be included in the production plan where required.

Related: Industry Insights · OEM Mg Applications 

Surface & Heat Treatment

Surface treatment and heat treatment can be important parts of the manufacturing route.

Aikerly can coordinate:

• Anodizing

• Powder Coating

• Plating

• Conversion Coating

• Polishing

• Passivation

• Heat Treatment

• Stress Relief

The treatment is selected according to the material, application, appearance, and performance requirements.

Related: Surface Treatment · Heat Treatment · Inspection

Production Cost

Part cost is affected by more than the material price.

We look at:

Material + Tooling + Machining + Finishing + Inspection + Packaging + Volume

For a small production run, flexible machining may be the better option.

For larger quantities, tooling and a dedicated production process may reduce the unit cost.

The objective is to find a process that makes economic sense for the expected production volume.

From Prototype to Production

A prototype and a production part do not always need the same process.

A project may begin with CNC machining or 3D printing for samples and design validation.

After the design is confirmed, the production route may move to casting, extrusion, forging, or another higher-volume process.

Aikerly coordinates this transition with the manufacturing partner so that the production process is considered before the project reaches full volume.

Prototype → Validation → Production

Related: Feasibility & Validation · Manufacturing Capabilities

What We Review

When you send us a drawing or 3D model, we can review the main manufacturing decisions:

Material
Is the specified material suitable?

Process
Can the part be produced efficiently?

Performance
Can the selected material and process meet the requirements?

Cost
What are the main factors affecting part cost?

Volume
Is the proposed process suitable for the expected production quantity?

The result is a practical production route rather than a material recommendation alone.

Aikerly's Role

Aikerly coordinates the connection between engineering requirements and manufacturing.

We review the part, work through material and process options, and coordinate production with qualified manufacturing partners.

Drawing → Material → Process → Sample → Inspection → Production

You provide the part requirements.

We help determine how it should be made.

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Send us your drawing, 3D model, specification, or existing part information.

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