Start with a technical review — not a checkout.
Relay Manufacturing doesn’t begin with instant pricing. We begin by understanding your part, your constraints, and your intent — so the quote you receive reflects reality, not assumptions.
Why our process is intentionally different
Most manufacturing services optimize for speed at the expense of outcomes. Relay optimizes for outcomes without sacrificing speed.
We combine a lightweight intake process with real engineering review so you get fewer revisions, clear scope, predictable timelines, and one accountable point of contact.
Automation supports the workflow — human judgment protects the result.
- Engineering judgment before quoting
- Clear scope and assumptions
- Transparent, defensible pricing
- Accountability through delivery
The process
Simple on purpose — with the right checkpoints to prevent surprises.
Submit your files
Upload your CAD files and answer a short set of practical questions: intended use, critical dimensions, tolerances (if applicable), and timeline expectations. No configuration maze — just enough context to evaluate properly.
Technical review
Every submission is reviewed by an engineer. We check manufacturability, scale/material fit, risk areas (warp, support strategy, post-processing), and whether additive is actually the right solution.
Scope alignment
Before pricing, we align on scope: confirm assumptions, clarify deliverables, and identify tradeoffs (cost vs strength vs speed). This step prevents surprises later — for both sides.
Quoting & scheduling
Once scope is locked, we issue a clear, defensible quote with real lead times based on real capacity. If revisions are needed, they happen before production starts — not after.
Production & oversight
We coordinate production through trusted manufacturing resources and maintain oversight throughout the build. You get a single point of contact, clear status updates, and accountability from start to finish.
Delivery & follow-up
Parts are delivered as scoped. If iteration is needed, we already understand the context — no reset. Many customers come back for iteration rounds, related tooling, or follow-on work.
This process is a feature — not friction
Relay may not be the right fit if you only want the lowest possible price, already know exactly what machine you want, or want instant checkout without review. We’re optimized for reliability, clear communication, and engineering judgment — with fewer unknowns.
clarity, predictability, and accountable execution
- Clear scope and assumptions
- Defensible pricing
- Engineering-first decisions
- One accountable owner
The result
A manufacturing experience that feels calm, predictable, and competent — even for complex or oversized parts. You get honest feedback, clear scope, defensible pricing, and accountable execution. No hype. No guessing. No surprises.
Ready to get started?
If you have a part that matters, start with a technical review. We’ll tell you quickly whether it’s a fit.