PNM Company

PNM Company is a Fresno CNC contract manufacturer with nearly 50 years in business. It runs heavily automated, pallet-fed machining around the clock and positions itself as a domestic alternative to overseas sourcing, for runs from 1 to 50,000 parts.

Capabilities

• 3- and 4-axis CNC milling and turning
• High-volume horizontal machining with robotic and pallet loading
• CNC aluminum extrusion machining
• Conventional machining, engraving and laser etching
• Finishing (anodize, plating), heat treating and grinding
• Engineering support and CAD/CAM (SolidWorks, Mastercam)
• Component assembly, stocking, Kanban and packaging programs

Equipment

• 30 CNC machining centers, including 7 horizontals with over 100 pallets
• 12 Haas vertical mills, including a Haas VF2SSYT with a Fanuc M10 robotic cell
• Kiwa and Matsuura H-Plus 300 horizontals
• Citizen L632 screw machine; Doosan, Mazak Nexus 100 and Haas turning centers
• Brown & Sharpe CMMs and Keyence XM portable CMM

Materials

Aluminum, stainless steel, steel, titanium, brass, copper and plastics.

Industries served

Medical, automotive, agriculture, electronics, aerospace and consumer.

Quality & certifications

• ISO 9001 certified (site also says ISO 9001:2015 compliant)

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High Volume CNC Production and Kanban Programs in Fresno: PNM Company

Some buyers need ten parts. Others need fifty thousand. The second kind of order is a different business, one with automation, scheduling and inventory planning. Buyers in Fresno and across the Valley who must source large quantities often ask how high volume machining works, and what they should prepare. PNM Company is listed here for CNC milling, CNC turning, assembly, CMM inspection, engineering and design, plastics machining, high volume production, horizontal machining, robotic automation, aluminum extrusions, Kanban and ISO 9001. This page explains those terms.

How high volume production differs

In low volume work, a machinist is involved at every step. In high volume work, the setup is designed once and then repeated, often with machines that load and unload themselves. The investment in fixtures and programming is large, but it is spread across many parts, so the price per part falls.

Horizontal machining and pallets

A horizontal machining center mounts parts on pallets, which are plates that carry them in and out of the machine. While one pallet is being machined, others are being loaded. This keeps the spindle cutting for long periods and supports around the clock production.

Robotic loading

Robots can load raw parts and remove finished ones. This allows machines to run with little attendance, including at night. Buyers benefit from steadier delivery and consistent quality, though automation works best for parts that will be made in large quantities.

Aluminum extrusions

An extrusion is a long shape formed by pushing aluminum through a die. Machining an extrusion adds holes, slots and cuts so it can be assembled into a product. Many frames and housings are made this way. State the extrusion profile and the length, and provide drawings of the machined features.

Finishing and secondary processes

Finished parts may be anodized, plated, heat treated or ground. Engraving and laser etching can add identification. A supplier that arranges these steps can simplify your supply chain. Ask what is done in the shop and what is sent out.

Assembly, stocking and Kanban

Kanban is an inventory method where parts are replenished as they are used, often using bins or signals. A supplier that supports Kanban keeps a stock of parts ready for the customer to draw from. Assembly and packaging programs can deliver parts in the form your line needs.

Quality management

ISO 9001 is a general quality management standard. A shop that follows it has documented procedures and records. Coordinate measuring machines check dimensions and produce reports. If your parts need inspection records, list the requirements.

Domestic sourcing

Some buyers choose local production over overseas supply to shorten lead times and reduce risk. When comparing, consider the total cost, including freight, inventory, communication time and quality issues, not just the unit price.

A planning list

• Annual quantity and release schedule
• Drawings, models and revision control
• Material, finish and inspection requirements
• Packaging and labeling needs
• Stocking or Kanban expectations

Starting small

Many high volume relationships begin with a smaller trial order. Buyers in Fresno who are new to a supplier can ask for a first run at a limited quantity, then scale up after the parts are approved.

To describe a program, send the details through the Request a Quote form and we will send your details on to the shop.

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