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Manufacturing Capabilities & Standard Tolerances

A concise reference of Graphie’s standard manufacturing capabilities and tolerances, intended for engineering, quality, and procurement teams to quickly validate technical fit prior to RFQ submission.

Production & Quality Overview

  • Average output: ~25,000 units/month

  • Peak capacity: ~28,000 units/month

  • Standard lead time: ~5 weeks (orders up to 1,000 units)

  • Expedited lead time: ~1 week or less (upon feasibility review)
     

Quality & Certifications

  • ISO 9001:2015 certified

  • ISO 14001:2015 certified

  • CWB W47.1 certified (processes and welders)

  • Typical defect rate: <1%

  • First Article Inspection (FAI) completed for all new parts (retained for 5 years)

  • PPAP available upon request

Laser Cutting – Metal

Technology: Fiber Laser (12 kW primary, 3 kW secondary)
 

Standard Tolerances

  • Dimensional tolerance: ±0.005 in

  • Positioning tolerance: ±0.001 in


Maximum Material Thickness

  • Aluminum: 0.5 in

  • Stainless steel: 0.5 in

  • Carbon steel: 0.5 in

  • Copper: 0.5 in
     

Additional Capability

  • Reflective metals: copper and brass

  • Burr-free edges, no mechanical deburring required

Bending / Forming

  • Press brake capacity: up to 160 tons

  • Maximum part width: 12 ft (144 in)

  • Minimum bend radius: 1× material thickness

  • Bend angle tolerance: ±1°

  • Bend positioning tolerance:

    • ±0.010 in (single bend)

    • ±0.020 in (multiple bends)
       

Maximum Material Thickness

  • Aluminum: 0.5 in

  • Stainless steel: 0.5 in

  • Carbon steel: 0.5 in

Machining

  • Dimensional tolerance: ±0.001 in

  • Positioning tolerance: ±0.001 in
     

Material Types

  • Aluminum

  • Stainless steel

  • Carbon steel

  • Brass

  • Copper
     

Capability Scope

  • 3-axis machining in-house

  • 5-axis machining via qualified partners

Countersinking, Radiusing & Chamfering

  • Positioning tolerance: ±0.001 in

  • Dimensional tolerance: −0.000 / +0.005 in

  • Angle tolerance: ±1°

Welding (Laser, TIG & MIG)

  • Applicable materials: stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, metal cladding

  • Material thickness range: 0.032 in to 0.5 in

  • Positioning tolerance: ±0.015 in

  • CSA W47.1 certified welding processes and welders, administered by the CWB.

  • Laser welding is used for high-precision joints with reduced thermal distortion.

Polishing

  • Aluminum and stainless steel

  • Linear grit, mill grit, metal finish, No. 4

  • All grit levels available

  • Finishing processes performed in accordance with applicable ASTM surface finish standards

Powder Coating

  • Thickness tolerance: ±0.002 in

  • Any color available (custom and standard palettes)

  • Maximum part dimensions: up to 72 in × 60 in × 36 in thickness

  • Color match: visual inspection (ΔE ≤ 2)

  • Gloss variation: ±15 gloss units

  • Hardness, cure, and adhesion testing (ISO / ASTM): pass/fail

Anodizing

  • Aluminum surface treatment

We partner with certified anodizing subcontractors who employ rigorous processes to ensure the durability and aesthetic finish of our aluminum components. These partners comply with the strictest industrial standards, ensuring quality and reliability that perfectly align with the demanding requirements of the industries we serve.

Plating & Chemical Treatments

  • Surfox cleaning

We partner with certified plating and chemical treatment subcontractors who employ rigorous processes to ensure the protection and finish of our various surfaces. These partners comply with the strictest industrial standards, ensuring quality and reliability that perfectly align with the demanding requirements of the industries we serve. 
 

  • Tin plating

  • Zinc plating

  • Galvanizing

  • Chromate conversion

  • Stainless steel passivation

Scope & Technical Disclaimer

Capabilities and tolerances listed represent standard production performance. Actual achievable tolerances may vary depending on part geometry, material selection, volume, and inspection requirements. Final validation is performed during RFQ and engineering review.

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