High-Mix, Low-Volume CNC Manufacturing That Doesn't Compromise Precision

Manufacturing doesn’t always follow a predictable pattern. For OEMs and product teams building complex systems, the real challenge is managing part diversity without sacrificing quality or speed. TKMS specializes in high-mix, low-volume CNC machining, where flexibility, repeatability, and fast changeovers matter as much as raw capacity. If you’re iterating prototypes or producing short runs of custom parts, we bring the same level of precision, traceability, and engineering support as high-volume shops without the rigidity.

What Is High-Mix, Low-Volume (HMLV) Machining?

A Manufacturing Model for Complexity and Customization

High-mix, low-volume (HMLV) manufacturing refers to environments where a wide variety of unique parts are produced in small quantities, often with short lead times and frequent design updates. Unlike mass production, HMLV shops have to balance speed, agility, and process control without the benefit of long production runs.

Why High-Mix, Low-Volume Work Requires a Different Kind of Shop

Setup Efficiency is Everything

When no two jobs are the same, changeover can drive up cost. TKMS minimizes downtime with lean setups, universal workholdings, standardized tool libraries, and operator-level flexibility so that we can move from job to job efficiently.

Process Stability at Low Quantities

In high-mix, low-volume environments, there’s no room for trial and error. Every part must meet spec, even if it’s the only one we’re running. We engineer every job with the same level of process planning, fixturing, and inspection control you’d expect in a high-volume environment.

Documentation and Repeatability

From lot traceability to first-article inspection, our processes are built for accountability. We store programs, setup sheets, and inspection data for every part, making repeat jobs faster and more consistent.

How TKMS Handles High-Mix, Low-Volume Production

Built for Flexibility

Our machining centers are ready for a wide range of metals and geometries, from titanium and Inconel to precision aluminum and stainless steel. With multi-axis machines and automation, we compress cycle times without compromising tolerances.

Engineering Support Included

TKMS partners with customers early,  helping optimize designs for manufacturability, reduce redundant features, and prevent fit-up issues down the line. You don’t just get a quote, you get feedback that adds value.

Ready for Uncertainty. Reliable on Delivery.

If your manufacturing needs can’t be solved with off-the-shelf parts or long-run production, you need a partner that thrives in ambiguity. TKMS supports HMLV production with speed, technical depth, and a process mindset, so you don’t have to choose between precision and flexibility.

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