Finished turned steel gear blanks and soft jaws laid out on a drawing

About · Production Services

Short Run Production

Flexible production for specialized parts and low annual quantities.

Montgomery Precision supports short run production for customers who need reliable manufacturing without committing to extremely large production volumes.

Whether you need a handful of components, a recurring annual requirement, or a specialized batch of precision parts, our goal is to provide a controlled, repeatable manufacturing process with strong communication and dependable delivery. We support both simple and complex production requirements across CNC machining, fabrication, secondary processing, inspection, and finishing.

Short run production capabilities

A few parts now. Recurring production later.

We can support projects that begin with only a few components and scale into recurring production as demand increases. Our short run production services can support:

Production types

  • Low annual quantities
  • Small batch production
  • Repeat orders
  • Bridge production
  • Pre-production runs
  • Pilot production

Component types

  • Specialized industrial components
  • Complex machined parts
  • Cylindrical & prismatic components
  • Difficult-to-source replacement parts
  • Custom fixtures & tooling
  • Production support for demanding applications
Aluminum block fixtured on a tombstone inside the horizontal machining center

Recent runs

A few of the pieces.

Blocks, plates, housings, and turned parts produced in small, repeatable batches.

Machined aluminum plate with a precision hole pattern and small milled brackets Milled aluminum housing with a precision pocket Several machined aluminum housings and brackets on a bench Machined aluminum component with pockets and tapped holes Aluminum block being machined on a vertical CNC mill Copper block clamped in a machine vise under an end mill

Built around repeatability

From the first component to the last.

Short run production requires more than simply making several copies of the same part. A reliable process must maintain consistency from the first component to the last, and be repeatable when the customer places the next order. Our production approach focuses on:

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    Stable workholding

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    Repeatable CNC programs

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    Controlled tool offsets

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    In-process inspection

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    Critical feature verification

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    Consistent material handling

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    Documented manufacturing requirements

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    Repeatable setup methods

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    Production scheduling

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    Final inspection before shipment

CNC machining for short run production

In-house milling & turning.

Our in-house CNC machining capabilities provide flexibility for a wide range of production components.

Multi-part fixture plate mounted on a tombstone in the horizontal mill

CNC Milling

Fortune HV500 horizontal machining center

  • Multi-sided machining
  • 4-axis indexing
  • Tombstone setups
  • Multi-part fixtures
  • Complex housings
  • Panels & plates
  • Precision hole patterns
  • Repeated machining operations
  • High-mix, low-volume production

Multi-part workholding can allow several components to be machined within the same setup, improving efficiency and consistency for repeat production.

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Daewoo Puma 10S CNC turning center with Fanuc control

CNC Turning

Two Daewoo Puma 10S CNC turning centers

Shafts Bushings Sleeves Pins Gear blanks Hubs Precision bores Threaded components Cylindrical housings Repeat production parts

Having two turning centers also gives us flexibility to divide operations between machines and improve production flow.

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Low volume without sacrificing quality

Not every project requires thousands of parts.

Many aerospace, defense, energy, industrial, and specialized equipment applications require smaller annual quantities but still demand the same attention to dimensional accuracy, material requirements, inspection, and documentation. Montgomery Precision is well suited for this type of work. We can support:

  • Quantity-one requirements
  • Small batches
  • Recurring low-volume orders
  • Annual production releases
  • Replacement components
  • Specialized equipment parts
  • Engineering-driven production

Each project is reviewed according to its actual technical requirements rather than being treated as a generic production job.

Prototype to short run production

Carry the knowledge forward.

Many short run production projects begin as prototypes. Because Montgomery Precision supports both development and production machining, we can carry manufacturing knowledge forward as a part moves through its lifecycle. A typical progression may look like:

Prototype Testing Design Revision Validation Short Run Production Repeat Orders

This helps reduce the need to transfer the project to a new supplier after prototype development.

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Materials

Reviewed per project.

Depending on project requirements and process suitability, we can support production components made from materials including:

Aluminum Carbon steels Pre-hardened steels Stainless steels Titanium Engineering plastics High-performance plastics Select specialty alloys

Material certifications can also be supported when specified as part of the project requirements.

Finishing & secondary operations

Beyond machining.

Short run production often requires multiple manufacturing processes beyond machining. Through our internal capabilities and qualified manufacturing network, we can support secondary operations such as:

  • Anodizing
  • Hardcoat anodizing
  • Plating
  • Passivation
  • Heat treatment
  • Grinding
  • Surface finishing
  • Protective coatings
  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Gear cutting
  • Other drawing-specified processes

Secondary process and certification requirements should be identified during the RFQ stage so they can be incorporated into pricing and lead time.

Height gauge, dial test indicator, and 1-2-3 blocks on a granite surface plate

Inspection & documentation

Structured around what you require.

Inspection requirements are reviewed before production begins. Depending on customer requirements, we can support:

  • In-process inspection
  • Final dimensional inspection
  • Critical feature verification
  • Inspection reports
  • Material certifications
  • Certificates of Conformance
  • First Article Inspection support
  • CMM inspection through qualified partners
  • Special-process certifications
  • Traceability requirements

This allows the production process to be structured around the level of documentation required by the customer.

Responsive production support

Short run customers often need flexibility.

Quantities may change. Drawings may be revised. Delivery schedules may move. A repeat order may suddenly become urgent. Our small-business structure allows us to communicate directly and respond quickly when requirements change. We focus on:

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    Clear communication

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    Practical scheduling

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    Fast response to engineering changes

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    Repeat-order support

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    Production flexibility

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    Critical delivery requirements

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    Long-term customer relationships

Why Montgomery Precision for short run production?

Small quantities. Technically important parts.

Montgomery Precision combines precision machining, engineering-minded manufacturing, flexible production capacity, and qualified outside processing to support specialized short run requirements. Our advantages include:

  • Prototype through production support
  • No dependence on massive production quantities
  • Two CNC turning centers
  • 4-axis horizontal milling
  • Multi-part production setups
  • Experience with demanding materials
  • Engineering & reverse-engineering support
  • Secondary process coordination
  • Inspection support
  • Fast turnaround capability
  • Responsive customer communication

We are especially well suited for projects where the quantity may be relatively small but the component remains technically important.

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Need a short production run?

Whether you need a few components, a recurring annual quantity, or a specialized production batch, Montgomery Precision can review your project and develop an appropriate manufacturing process. Send us your drawing, CAD model, material requirements, quantity, critical tolerances, finishing requirements, inspection requirements, and delivery schedule.