Fictiv

Uploading a CAD model is often the first step toward getting a physical part made. Fictiv connects engineers and purchasing teams with a managed manufacturing network through its digital sourcing platform. Available processes include CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, urethane casting, and die casting. The service supports one-off prototypes, design iterations, and larger production programs, with engineering feedback and quality oversight integrated into the ordering process. Customers can review manufacturing options, request pricing, and coordinate production without sourcing every supplier separately.

Teams developing robotics, medical devices, automotive components, or consumer hardware may find this approach useful when part requirements change between development stages. To prepare a project, gather CAD files, material preferences, tolerances, surface finish requirements, quantities, and inspection expectations. It is also worth comparing lead times, tooling costs, and production locations before approving an order. These decisions help align the manufacturing process with the part’s intended function and budget.