Rapid CNC Prototyping & Small-Scale Manufacturing Solutions

At Vanderhulst Associates Inc., we specialize in high-precision CNC prototyping and small-batch production, ensuring that engineers and manufacturers get the highest-quality prototypes and low-volume production runs with exceptional accuracy and quick turnaround times. Whether you need one-off prototypes, R&D test parts, or short-run manufacturing, our San Jose machine shop delivers precision, consistency, and efficiency.

With over 50 years of experience in medical, semiconductor, aerospace, and high-tech manufacturing, we work with advanced materials like stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, MP35N, and engineered plastics.

Why Choose Our CNC Prototyping Services?

  • Multi-Axis CNC Milling & Turning – High-precision machining for complex geometries and tight tolerances.

  • Fast Turnaround Times – Accelerate your product development cycle with rapid machining capabilities.

  • Wide Material Selection – Machining exotic metals, engineered plastics, and high-strength alloys.

  • Scalable Production – Seamlessly transition from prototype to low-volume production with the same high-precision standards.

Small-Batch Production for High-Precision Industries

Small-batch manufacturing is ideal for companies that need custom parts, pilot runs, or short-run production without the high costs of full-scale manufacturing.

  • Cost-Effective, Low-Volume Manufacturing – Get production-quality parts without large upfront investments.
  • Precision Machining & Consistency – Every part meets tight tolerances and strict industry standards.
  • Flexible Scaling Options – Start with a small batch, then scale seamlessly to larger runs.
  • Custom Production Runs – Tailored to medical, semiconductor, aerospace, and defense applications.
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Industries That Rely on Our Prototyping & Small-Batch Services

  • Medical & Healthcare – Precision prototypes for surgical instruments, diagnostic devices, and medical enclosures.
  • Semiconductor & Electronics – Low-volume production of PCB enclosures, micro-precision components, and chip-processing equipment.
  • Aerospace & Defense – Prototyping for mission-critical components, satellite parts, and defense-grade assemblies.
  • Industrial & Robotics – Custom-machined parts for automation systems, sensors, and high-precision robotic applications.
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Our Services

CNC Turning and Lathe

High-precision multi-axis CNC milling and turning, delivering complex, tight-tolerance components for aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.

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Certified Welding Services

Certified welding and precision assembly services for aerospace, defense, and high-tech manufacturing applications.

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Cleanroom Assembly

Precision assembly solutions for medical, semiconductor, and high-tech applications

Prototyping & Small-batch Prod.

Precision CNC prototyping and low-volume manufacturing for medical, aerospace, and semiconductor industries, ensuring high accuracy and rapid turnaround.

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Quality Control & Inspection

ISO 9001:2015 & AS9100-certified quality assurance with CMM inspections, precision metrology, and functional testing for high-accuracy components.

A Leader in Mass Precision in San Jose

Vanderhulst Associates Inc – Whether it’s a prototype, short-run production, or large-scale manufacturing, we provide industry-leading precision and reliability.

Delivering Quality You Can Trust

Our team has been executing projects requiring exact specifications and strict tolerances for over 50 years.