So that we may serve you better and better understand your underlying needs and requirements, you should consider the following when ordering parts:

Talk to us about the part description or drawings early in the design phase.

Consider the special specifications that have to be met (i.e. government)

The requirements for strength, corrosion resistance, machinability, finish, weldability, so that we can make an appropriate alloy recommendation, if alloy and temper are not already known.

The end use of the product.

The end use length and purchase length.

Tolerances (commercial, per critical specification, other).

Surface finish (mill, anodized, britedip, polish, paint) and which are the exposed surfaces.

Secondary fabrication requirements (mitering, punching, bending, anodizing, drilling, assembly) and where these must occur in the finishing process.

Packaging; acceptable maximum and minimum weight per package and shipping and handling requirements.

Quantity needed and whether this is a regular order or only a one-off.

Shipping date.

Special quality considerations.