Only Have a Sample?
We Can Help Manufacture It.
From worn parts, legacy components and physical samples to production-ready metal parts.
Not every project starts with a drawing.
Many customers only have an existing component, a damaged part or a competitor sample.
AODSON helps analyze, measure, redesign and manufacture custom metal parts based on physical samples.
Common Situations We Receive
From Sample To Production
We turn what can be observed, measured and tested into a controlled manufacturing route.
Receive Sample
Measure Critical Dimensions
Create CAD Model
Select Manufacturing Process
Prototype Production
Mass Production
What Can Be Recovered From A Sample?
Sample vs Drawing
Only Sample
Pros
Quick Start
No Design Work
Cons
Unknown Material
Unknown Dimensions
Drawing Available
Pros
Higher Accuracy
Faster Production
Cons
Requires Engineering Time
Example Project Workflow
A customer supplied a worn stainless steel pump component without drawings. AODSON measured the sample, rebuilt the CAD model, produced prototype parts and completed batch production after approval.
Investment Casting
Best suited to complex metal shapes, integrated features and repeat production where machining the entire form would be inefficient.
CNC Machining
Ideal for tight tolerances, lower quantities, rapid prototypes and parts that begin from bar, plate or a near-net-shape blank.
Fabrication
Practical for sheet, tube and welded structures when the supplied sample is an assembly rather than a single cast or machined part.
Assembly
Useful when a sample combines several components, purchased hardware, finishing and functional checks into one delivered unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you manufacture from samples only?
Yes. We can begin with photos and basic project information, then assess a physical sample to determine what can be measured, tested and reproduced.
Can you identify material?
We can recommend material identification and testing when needed. The final material choice also considers function, environment, cost and the manufacturing process.
Can you create drawings?
Yes. We can rebuild a CAD model and production drawing from the sample, including agreed critical dimensions and manufacturing details.
Can you produce prototypes first?
Yes. Prototype or first-article production is usually the safest way to confirm fit, function and finish before batch production.
What if dimensions are worn?
Our engineers review mating features, symmetry, functional surfaces and your application information to propose recoverable dimensions for approval.
Do you sign NDA agreements?
Yes. We can review and sign a reasonable NDA before you share confidential samples, drawings or project details.
Turn Your Sample Into Production
Send photos, dimensions or physical samples. Our engineering team will review the project and recommend a practical manufacturing solution.
