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Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication

From Quote to Customer in 21 Hours

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In the manufacturing world, everyone knows what it is like to have deadlines breathing down your neck. But what if that deadline sneaks up on you or gets pushed forward, and now you need an answer fast? Enter GTR Manufacturing, your single source solution for all your manufacturing needs. During a recent business interaction, our customer had a deadline knocking at their door and needed a rapid prototype. Through collaboration and dedication, we took this prototype of theirs from quote to customer in under 24 hours. See below for a step by step process of how GTR Manufacturing used its fabrication magic to make this a reality!
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3:17 PM, September 9th

We receive a request for a quote for a metal fabrication prototype. They specifically ask for a 1 day turn around, which is not the usual M.O.

3:32 PM, September 9th

We decide to take on the job and send the quote back to the customer at rapid speed.

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7:54 PM, September 9th

David Puleo, our VP of Operations here at GTR Manufacturing, loops all necessary employees in on this quick turn prototype. The same evening, we receive the PO (Purchase Order) and prepare to get to work the next morning.

7:06 AM, September 10th

The prototype is moved from quote to order entry and is assigned a job number as well as a sales number, which allows for the programming of the job.

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8:14 AM, September 10th

The job programming is finished, releasing the job to the floor for picking. We sort through our vast inventory of sheet metal and pick a specific sheet for this quick turn prototype.

8:46 AM, September 10th

The sheet of metal moves to Cell 1, where the 1st piece of laser work is finished and inspected. It is important to us that every piece of work is inspected at every stage of the process. We do not want any mistakes, mishaps, or hiccups making it through. 

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job-programming-finished

9:10 AM, September 10th

The deburring process begins. Deburring is the removal of imperfections on our metal and creates a safer/better-looking product. It is important to do this as it also reduces friction between machines and metal workpieces as well as improves their aesthetics and life span.

9:50 AM, September 10th

1 of our 6 Amada HG Series Press Brake is programmed, and the forming of the metal begins. Metal forming is a process that utilizes force to reshape metal into a desired configuration, shape, or size. It is an essential aspect of the metal fabrication industry. 

10:11 AM, September 10th

The metal forming is complete, and the parts are thoroughly inspected before moving on. 

10:45 AM, September 10th

The freshly formed prototype is cleaned and prepared for packaging. It is important to do this as we do not want the customer to receive a dirty, unaesthetic part. 

10:56 AM, September 10th

The prototype is wrapped and protected with bubble wrap. We make sure to put enough bubble wrap on so that if there are some bumpy roads on the way to the customer, the part will

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part is packaged and secured

11:05 AM, September 10th

The part is packaged and secured and is now awaiting the client’s courier. Our shipping department at GTR Manufacturing always makes sure that the product is safe and secure before we send it off to the client.

12:30 PM, September 10th

The customers’ courier arrives at our prototyping plant, picks up the package, and ships it to the awaiting customer. 

2:30 PM, September 10th

The customer receives their quick turn prototype and meets their deadline. They contact us and let us know how happy and satisfied they are with the GTR Manufacturing experience! 

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We put our best foot forward to turn this prototype around in under 24 hours, but it could not have been done without strong collaboration between us and the customer. As the saying goes, teamwork makes the dreamwork, and that is certainly the case when it comes to this quick turn prototype. 

GTR Manufacturing employs serious, hard working employees who care about the customer and collaborate with them often to ensure the product meets the required standards. Whether it is our business development representatives or our engineers working on the floor, GTR Manufacturing will always provide a quick, enjoyable customer centric experience!Â