Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Review
An independent engineering review that catches cost and manufacturability problems before tooling is committed. CADmore designs - we don't manufacture - so the advice has no factory bias.
Independent Advice
We don't run production, so nothing in the review is biased toward any machine or process. The recommendation is what is best for the part.
Before Tooling
The right time for DFM is between prototype and production - before a mold or fixture locks the design in.
Real Engineers
Reviews are done by our own engineering team, the same people who do our design and reverse engineering work.
Clear Output
Written, specific recommendations on your design - what to change, why, and what it affects downstream.
Tolerances
Over-tolerancing is one of the most common cost drivers. We flag where tolerances can relax without hurting function.
Wall Thickness
Thin walls warp and thick walls sink. We check sections against the process you plan to use.
Draft Angles
Molded parts need draft. We identify faces that will fight the tool.
Undercuts
Undercuts drive tooling complexity and cost. We find them and propose alternatives.
Material Choice
Material drives cost, finish, and performance. We review fit for the application.
Part Consolidation
Sometimes two parts should be one, or one should be two. We look for both.
Assembly and Fastening
How parts go together changes cycle time and labor. We review the joining strategy.
Process Fit
Machining, molding, sheet metal, or printing - we check the design against the process, not the other way around.