Precision CNC Machining Services for Complex, High-Tolerance Parts
Precision-routed plastic and foam parts are made with precision and are ideal for automotive, aerospace, packaging, and more.
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At Solo Products, we specialize in CNC machining services for non-metal materials like foam, HDPE, cork, and felt. These materials are ideal for industries that require lightweight, noise-dampening, or non-conductive parts. Our high-speed CNC routers can cut tight-radius curves, multiple depths, and custom shapes with precision. Whether you’re prototyping one part or ordering a thousand, we deliver clean cuts, consistent quality, and short lead times without needing expensive tooling.
What Is CNC Machining?
CNC stands for Computer Numerical Control—a technology that uses computer programs to control cutting tools. It allows us to cut parts with high precision, based on your 2D or 3D design files (CAD files).
Instead of relying on molds or manual tools, CNC routers use software to guide each cut. This gives you cleaner edges, tighter tolerances, and more flexibility, especially when working with complex parts or developing your product.
Why Choose CNC Machining?
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Tight Tolerances
Our machines cut parts with precise tolerances, typically down to ±0.03 inches, and general tolerances are available based on material type. -
Fast Turnaround
No waiting for custom tools or dies. We can go straight from design to part. -
Custom Parts, Any Shape
Perfect for parts that need holes, cutouts, curves, or multiple depths. -
Great for Small or Large Orders
Need just a few parts? Or thousands? We handle both without sacrificing quality. -
Low-Cost Setup
There’s no tooling to build, so your project stays flexible and cost-effective. -
Perfect for Product Development
Quick changes and revisions are easy—ideal for rapid prototyping. -
Design Feedback with Every Quote
We’ll help you reduce cost, improve cut quality, and simplify parts before production begins. -
Volume Flexibility
Whether you need a single prototype or a full run of production parts, we scale efficiently without compromising quality. -
Fast Delivery
Most prototypes and short runs ship from our Ohio facility in 5–7 business days.
Why Non-Metal CNC Machining Matters
Not every application needs heavy metals. Non-metal materials offer better performance, lower weight, and lower cost for many industries, such as aerospace, automotive, packaging, and retail displays.
At Solo, we specialize in routing foam, plastic, felt, cork, and composite panels. These materials are perfect for insulation, vibration dampening, impact resistance, or flame-retardant properties.
For example:
- Foam is ideal for dunnage, packaging inserts, and anti-static trays.
- Cork is used in gaskets, vibration pads, and sustainable sealing.
- HDPE/UHMW delivers strength and smooth surfaces for chutes, guides, and lining applications.
By focusing on non-metal CNC machining, we deliver parts that are better suited for your real-world use, not just lab specs.
What Can Our CNC Machines Do?
Our CNC routers may not sound as flashy as 5-axis mills, but they’re powerful, fast, and incredibly precise for the materials we cut.
We can:
- Cut multiple depths, slots, curves, and complex shapes
- Create parts that fit together, support weight, or cushion other components
- Route soft or rigid materials without crushing, burning, or fraying
Whether you’re working with lightweight foam or high-density plastic, our machines deliver clean edges, repeatable quality, and exact dimensions.
Our CNC Machining Process
Our CNC manufacturing process is streamlined for speed, quality, and consistency, from CAD file to production-ready part.
- Design
Send us your CAD file—or we’ll help you create one. - Programming
We translate your design into instructions (G-code) for the machine. - Machine Setup
We choose the right material and cutting tools to match your design, cutting tools, and CNC milling machine settings to ensure top-quality results. - High-Speed Cutting
Our CNC routers cut your parts with accuracy and speed. - Final Check
We inspect every part to make sure it meets your specifications. - Optional Finishing
We offer light edge smoothing and surface prep to improve the surface finish of your parts, which is excellent for achieving a clean, professional look on end-use components.
Materials We Route
We offer custom CNC machining for a wide variety of non-metal materials, cork, plastic parts, foams, and other raw materials, cut to your desired shape with precision:
Automotive Carpet
For vehicle floors, trunks, and soundproofing
HDPE / UHMW
Tough plastics for chutes, guides, and wear parts
CON-Pearl® Panels
Lightweight, flame-retardant plastic for packaging
Shoddy Pad
Recycled padding used in insulation and automotive parts
Foams (PE, EVA, Mil-Spec)
For protective packaging, dunnage, and inserts
Cork
Soft, flexible, and ideal for gaskets, seals, and vibration pads
Felt
Natural and synthetic felt for insulation and vibration-damping
Corrugated Plastic & Hardboard
Lightweight material for signage and dividers
These material choices support typical and niche applications—from industrial-grade packaging to insulation and custom display work. Many of our materials meet flame-retardant, impact-resistant, and Mil-Spec standards—ideal for critical-use environments.
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Industries We Serve
Our CNC manufacturing capabilities serve a wide range of industries with demanding standards.
- Automotive – Parts for interiors, insulation, and packaging
- Aerospace – Lightweight foam trays and custom supports
- Defense – Mil-Spec compliant foam and felt components
- E-commerce & Distribution – Plastic dividers and packaging inserts
- Retail & Displays – CNC-cut logos, signs, and display panels
Automotive Specifications We Support
We provide precision CNC machining and die cutting services that meet essential automotive industry standards. Whether you’re producing interior insulation or packaging components, we ensure compliance with performance and flame-resistance requirements.
| Category | Spec | Additional Spec |
| Felt – Automotive | TSL-3505G | TSL-3509G |
| Automotive or Main | FMVSS 302 | FMVSS302 |
Military Specifications We Support
Our military-grade materials meet ASTM and federal specifications, making them suitable for defense and aerospace manufacturing. We deliver consistent quality with compliance-ready documentation upon request.
| Category | Spec | Additional Spec |
| Felt – Military | ASTM-D-2475 | C-F-206 |
| Foam Vinyl Nitrile | ASTM-D-1056 | Multiple Versions |
| Foam Polyethylene | A-A-59135 | A-A-59136 |
Why Choose Solo Products?
- 30+ Years of Experience
- Fast Shipping from Our Midwest Facility
- Military & Automotive Spec Compliance
- In-House Design Help & Additional Services
- Custom Manufacturing with High Precision
- Scalable Production: One-offs, Prototypes, or Full Production Runs
Design-for-manufacturing support, fast quoting, and real people who know CNC, hands-on expertise, no middlemen, no missteps.
Customer Examples
UHMW Chute Liners with Beveled Edges
Durable UHMW plastic liners cut with smooth beveled edges guide product flow and are commonly used in packaging lines, conveyor systems, and material sortation equipment.
Anti-Static Foam Dunnage for Electronics
Custom CNC-cut foam inserts are designed to protect ESD-sensitive electronics and small parts like sensors, chips, and fragile modules. They are delivered in reusable trays for static-free, secure transit in the aerospace and consumer electronics industries.
Dual-Depth CNC Routing – Mil-Spec Foam A-A-59136
Precision-cut, multi-layer foam with holes at varying depths—ideal for protecting components that require airflow, nesting, or vibration control. These CNC-cut foam trays are durable end-use parts, not just prototypes, and are ready for real-world use in transit and assembly.
CNC-Routed Automotive Carpet Panels
Cut to exact OEM specs for floors, trunks, and thermal/acoustic applications, it is used for high-volume production by Tier 1 suppliers and upfitters across the automotive industry.
Eco-Friendly Shoddy Pad Insulation
Recycled textile pads CNC-cut for automotive interiors. They provide acoustic dampening and thermal insulation while meeting compliance requirements, which is ideal for large-scale builds and production environments.
Retail Displays from Routed Wood & MDF
Custom signage and branded display elements are CNC-carved from hardwood or MDF, perfect for retail spaces, showrooms, and point-of-sale displays. They are cut to accommodate complex geometries, airflow channels, and nesting components.
All parts are produced using high-speed CNC machining centers for consistent quality across production runs. Our facility specializes in machining parts from foam, felt, plastics, and other non-metal materials, supporting industries that demand precision, durability, and fast lead times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the thickest material you can cut?
That depends on the type of material—contact us with your specs and we’ll confirm.
Can you help design my part?
What materials do you machine?
How is CNC different from die cutting?
Can you handle prototype and production runs?
What’s your typical lead time?
How accurate are your cuts?
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