Rapid Axis

Rapid Axis is a precision parts maker in Redwood City, California. It makes prototype and production parts. Its methods include CNC machining, sheet metal work, 3D printing, urethane casting and injection molding. The company was launched in May 2019 by machining and sheet metal industry veterans.

The site lists 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining. It also lists CNC turning and milling, second operation and manual machining. Sheet metal work includes laser cutting, waterjet cutting and prototype sheet metal. Tooling covers production and prototype die casting, injection molding and stamping.

The company offers 3D printing with FDM, MJF, SLS, SLA and PolyJet processes. It also offers urethane casting and short run production.

The site says Rapid Axis returns a drawing to quote in one business day or less, with manufacturability feedback. Its online request for quotation takes uploaded files. The site says it gives pricing or feedback within a few hours. STEP files are the preferred format.

The site lists industries served. These include aerospace and defense, automotive, consumer products, electronics, energy, medical devices, robotics and industrial work. The company says it is ITAR registered and meets RoHS and REACH rules. It holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.

The company says it checks each component during quoting. It says it tracks response time as a support measure. It also says that it works with a set of carefully selected partners for some work.

Customers can call (650) 587-1500 or use the online form. The address is 1482 Oddstad Drive, Redwood City, CA 94063. The site includes a blog on fabrication topics.