Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with Fixyte — from partner evaluation criteria to manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, and industry terminology.

Partner Selection Criteria

Assembly & Logistics

Quality & Regulations

Key Manufacturing Capabilities

Industry Terminology & Definitions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Partner Selection Criteria

What should I look for when evaluating a contract manufacturing partner for complex capital equipment?

How do you assess a CM's communication style before committing to a program?

When is the right time to engage Fixyte?

Can Fixyte scale with our program as volumes grow?

Is a facility visit possible?

Assembly & Logistics

What types of assembly work does Fixyte perform?

How is logistics and delivery handled?

How do you handle raw material procurement and incoming parts?

Quality & Regulations

What does Fixyte's quality management approach look like?

What types of quality control and testing do you perform?

How is intellectual property protected?

What certifications does Fixyte hold or pursue?

Key Manufacturing Capabilities

What is Fixyte's production volume range?

What does "build-to-print" vs. "engineering partnership" mean at Fixyte?

What is your typical contract structure and pricing model?

What is a First Article Build and why does it matter?

Industry Terminology & Definitions

What is a Contract Manufacturer (CM)?

What is an OEM?

What is opto-mechanical assembly?

What is a Statement of Work (SOW)?

What is a Bill of Materials (BOM)?

What is ITAR?

What is a First Article Inspection (FAI)?

What does DFM mean?

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