At Axis Fab, two things drive everything we do: our customers and our commitment to continuous improvement. Our fabrication and machine shop is always looking ahead. We are consistently investing in top-of-the-line machinery, developing our employees, and refining our manufacturing approach. This forward-thinking mindset ensures that we remain a strong partner today and for years to come.
By investing in our company’s future, we help our customers achieve better results, including faster lead times, greater precision, and more reliable outcomes. But being future-focused goes beyond investing in equipment; it means embracing change, staying optimistic, and building a team that has the same ambition. Here’s how having this philosophy benefits our partners.
Proof That Taking Risks Is Necessary For Success
When it comes to purchasing new equipment, Axis Fab takes a balanced approach, combining thoughtful analysis with the confidence to take risks. We bet on ourselves and invest in machines that position us to meet future customer demand, even before the work arrives.
Although this tactic almost always pays off, sometimes these risks lead to learning experiences. But this has taught us how to be more strategic decision-makers when adding to our fleet of equipment.
Making decisions is a collaborative effort at our shop. Involving our employees, including our fabricators and machinists, in the decision-making process is valuable because they are the ones on the shop floor working on customer parts each day.
The People Behind The Process
At Axis Fabrication and Machine, technology is only half the equation. The people on our shop floor make all the difference. This is why we don’t just invest in equipment; we invest in skilled CNC machinists, welders, and fabricators to run this equipment.
Our employees understand the value of both teaching and being teachable. Ongoing training and collaboration are built into our culture at Axis Fab, ensuring every team member has the tools and knowledge to deliver the precision and quality our customers expect. But not everything can be taught. When hiring, we look for people who align with our positive, upbeat culture: people who have the right attitude and work ethic to fit in on our shop floor.
More than half of our employees have been with us for over a decade, and their expertise is the backbone of our success. At the same time, we’re welcoming a new generation of talent eager to work with new technology. Their passion for the latest equipment continues to influence our investments in advanced machinery, ensuring we remain a competitive, future-ready partner.
Modern Equipment, Modern Solutions
Our full-service shop is powered by top-of-the-line machinery from trusted names like Mazak and Trumpf, including:
- A Mazak VARIAXIS i-700 5-axis machining center
- A Trumpf TruBend 5085 robotic press brake
- Three Mazak CNC turning centers
Adding the Trumpf robotic press brake was a major milestone for our team and our customers. Before automation, bending heavy-gauge parts was labor-intensive and time-consuming. Today, our robotic press brake dramatically streamlines our sheet metal solutions.
This move toward automation is just the beginning. We continue to invest in 5-axis machining and other advanced technologies that enhance precision, reduce bottlenecks, and give us more flexibility to meet customer needs.
One great example: when we purchased our first 5-axis machine, we didn’t have work lined up for it yet. Within nine months, the demand grew enough that we needed another one. That investment has more than paid off, allowing us to provide faster, more complex machining solutions.
The Future Is Bright
When it comes to investing in the future of our company, we consider many things, including the market, opportunities, customer needs, and what new capabilities already align with the work we do.
Our investment in a new, larger building is a testament to where we plan to take Axis Fab in the coming months. The increased space will allow us to add more equipment to our lineup, increase material storage, and increase both capacity and capabilities to improve results for our customers.
At Axis Fab, modern manufacturing is more than machinery. It’s about mindset, culture, and collaboration. When you partner with us, you’re choosing a team that’s optimistic about the future and determined to invest in yours.
We’re proud to be future-focused and customer-driven, continually improving our technology, processes, and people to deliver the highest quality work possible.
If you’re looking for a manufacturing partner committed to your long-term success, request a quote today.