If a high-volume CNC machining quote comes in above your target, we’re happy to help you understand the factors behind the price. In most cases, certain design decisions may increase costs through added machining time or tooling requirements. At high production volumes, even modest increases in the cost per part can add up quickly. At […]
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What Goes Into the Price of Parts at Polyhistor International?
At Polyhistor, we’re always ready to help our partners understand what’s behind the price for their parts. In fact, we believe that understanding the main cost drivers can also help you find ways to make projects more cost-effective. While every part is different, a few key factors are central to the price of most machining […]
Why True Manufacturing Partnerships Lower Cost and Reduce Risk
Several years ago, we made a deliberate change in the language we use inside Polyhistor International. Now, we try to refer to the companies we work with as “partners,” not “customers.” It reflects how we try to approach every project with collaboration and trust in working toward a common goal. Learn how we define a […]
Why Your Machining RFQ Needs Both a 3D Model and a 2D Drawing
At Polyhistor International, we do everything we can to keep the quoting process fast and straightforward, whether you use our online portal or reach out another way. No matter how you submit your machining RFQ, we always ask for both a 2D drawing and a 3D model, along with the other key project details we […]
The Benefits of Reshoring With an American Manufacturing Partner
Manufacturing has faced a great deal of regulatory and legislative uncertainty this year, and many businesses are reevaluating their supply chains as a result. At Polyhistor International, we’re having more conversations with customers who are considering reshoring their precision machining with a U.S.-based partner. But reshoring isn’t just a reaction to recent events. For decades, […]