Business Details
30 Years
experience
Precision CNC Machining for Critical Industries
Founded in 1996 by Shane Cottrell, Quality Machine & Automation draws on over 50 years of combined machining expertise cultivated through generations. Our company was shaped by the foundational skills of Shane's father, Donald Cottrell, who pioneered CNC machining techniques across Utah's manufacturing sector. Specializing in precision CNC machining, we serve critical industries including medical, aerospace, and defense, producing components that meet exacting specifications. Our commitment to quality is underscored by a documented management system, ongoing employee training, and regular quality audits. With state-of-the-art equipment from trusted manufacturers, we optimize speeds and feeds for diverse materials like aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium.Our operational philosophy emphasizes quick yet reliable turnaround times, supported by strategic machine scheduling and multi-tasking capabilities. As Utah's hub for advanced manufacturing grows, we extend our expertise nationwide and internationally, contributing to groundbreaking projects such as space exploration components. Our first-time customer discount reflects our confidence in delivering value through precision, expertise, and unwavering dedication to client satisfaction.
Services
CNC Machining
Precision Parts Manufacturing
Aerospace Component Production
Medical Device Tooling
9-Axis Turn/Mill Operations
3-Axis Milling
Material-Specific Prototyping
Inconel/Titanium Machining
Aluminum Robotics Components
Short-Run Production
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined machining expertise from three generations of industry pioneers.
- Our state-of-the-art equipment ensures unmatched precision across diverse materials.
- Specialized in serving medical, aerospace, and defense sectors with critical components.
- Proven quick turnaround guarantee validated by first-time customer discounts.
- We maintain full transparency through documented quality management systems and audits.
Services
9-Axis Turn/Mill
Our 9-axis turn/mill capability combines milling, turning, and rotary functions for complex components. This advanced technology allows single-setup production of intricate geometries with tight tolerances, reducing lead times by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Ideal for aerospace and medical applications requiring extreme precision in challenging materials.
CNC Machining
We utilize state-of-the-art CNC machines from industry-leading manufacturers to produce precision components. Our computerized machining processes maintain 0.0005" tolerances across various materials including titanium, stainless steel, and specialty plastics. Quality-controlled workflows ensure consistent output for both prototyping and volume production requirements.
Aerospace Component Production
Our aerospace manufacturing specializes in flight-qualified components meeting AS9100 standards. We produce parts for both commercial and military applications, including structural components, landing gear elements, and engine parts. Our experience extends to machining exotic alloys like inconel and titanium while maintaining strict traceability and documentation protocols.
Medical Device Tooling
We create precision components for medical equipment and devices requiring biocompatibility and absolute dimensional accuracy. Our clean machining processes produce surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment parts, and implantable device components from medical-grade stainless steel and purgeable materials, adhering to ISO 13485 quality standards.
Aluminum Robotics Components
Our aluminum machining services for robotics produce structural frames, joints, and motor housings with anodizing-ready surfaces. Optimized toolpaths ensure consistent wall thicknesses and smooth finishes for automated assembly applications. We maintain tight tolerances while achieving high throughput for robotics manufacturers requiring scalable production.
People
Shane Cottrell
Founder
Shane Cottrell founded Quality Machine & Automation in 1996 after learning machining fundamentals from his father. With decades of experience in CNC programming and production management, he specializes in complex manufacturing solutions for critical industries while maintaining hands-on involvement in daily operations.
Donald Cottrell
Industry Pioneer
A machining industry veteran since the 1960s, Donald Cottrell established foundational techniques that shaped Utah's CNC machining landscape. His manual machining expertise transitioned to computerized systems, influencing multiple shop owners and setting quality standards adopted across regional manufacturing sectors.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on medical, aerospace, defense, and robotics industries requiring precision machining of critical components.
Do you handle international orders?
Yes, we serve clients across North America with international shipping capabilities for precision-machined components.
What materials can you machine?
Our capabilities include aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, inconel, and various engineering plastics for diverse applications.
How do you ensure quality?
We implement documented quality systems with regular audits, calibrated equipment checks, and traceable material certifications.
What is your turnaround time?
We maintain average 72-hour turnaround through strategic machine scheduling while ensuring dimensional accuracy.
Do you offer first-time customer discounts?
Yes, we provide 50% off labor for your first project to demonstrate our commitment to quality and reliability.
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