College and University Programs

prototypes • test cuts • short runs

Precision is our core. Northwest Wire EDM process ensures precise cuts, even with the most intricate designs while meeting the highest standards for accuracy. Faculty advisors and student engineers across the United States achieve unparalled part functionality and support, no matter the complexity of their geometrical requirements.

Is Wire EDM the best choice for your capstone project?

Wire EDM technology offers unmatched precision, allowing for intricate cuts and complex geometries with exceptional accuracy. From aerospace components to delicate medical devices and instruments, Wire EDM ensures that every detail is precisely machined to perfection.

With Wire EDM, students gain access to a wide range of materials, from metals to exotic alloys and advanced composites. Wire EDM versatility empowers student engineers to expand their vision with diverse designs without compromising quality or precision. Wire EDM is the go-to choice for complex manufacturing needs.

Efficiency Amplified

Wire EDM excels in producing the highest quality parts with minimal material waste and maximum efficiency. Leveraging wire EDM technology, Northwest Wire EDM optimizes student production processes, reducing lead times and achieving cost savings without sacrificing exceptional part functionality.

Complexity Simplified

Even the most complex geometrical designs pose no challenge for Wire EDM. Wire EDM abilities handle complex shapes, tight tolerances, and fine detail. Coupled with Northwest Wire EDM’s fixturing expertise, student capstone projects meet the highest standards of quality and part fitness, far surpassing traditional machining methods.

Why Student Engineers
Choose Northwest Wire EDM

  • Elevate student engineering vision
  • Advice and expertise
  • Material consult
  • Answer questions
  • Keep projects moving forward
  • Streamline student engineering projects
  • Simplify student production processes
  • Optimal part functionality
  • Fixture engineering experience
  • “Emergency” RUSH deadlines

Why Faculty Advisory Engineers
Choose Northwest Wire EDM

  • Consistent quality
  • Innovation
  • Versatility for varied projects
  • Advice and expertise
  • Material consult
  • Assured precision
  • Minimize material waste
  • Save money
  • Reliable partners

TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROJECT – GET STARTED WITH NW WIRE EDM TODAY!

COMMON WIRE EDM APPLICATIONS

GENERAL APPLICATIONS

INTRICATE PARTS
PROTOTYPES
EXTRUSION PROTOTYPES
GEARS
TAPERS
LOW VOLUME PRODUCTION
HARDENED METALS
EXOTIC METALS
BURR-FREE PARTS
CUSTOM KNIFE PARTS
CUSTOM GUN PARTS
KEYWAYS
SPLINES

DIE MAKING

COMPOUND DIES
ONE PIECE PUNCH & DIE
EXTRUSION DIES
PUNCHES
PROFILE FORMING DIES
SHEET METAL PARTS
TAPER & LAND POCKETS
DIE SHOE DETAIL
CARBIDE DIES
DOWEL PIN HOLES
DIE REPAIR

MOLD MAKING

CORE & CAVITY DETAIL
PARTING LINE PROFILES
COPPER ELECTRODES
GRAPHITE ELECTRODES
MOLD COMPONENTS
EJECTOR PIN HOLES
MOLD REPAIR
LIFT CORES
VENT PINS

Trusted by engineers at:

Trusted by engineers at:

Olympus

Honeywell
blackhawk
k2-sporting-goods
gibson-guitars
micron

What clients say
about our cuts

“NW Wire EDM has been my go-to for quality, fast-turnaround part modifications. The team is highly knowledgeable and can identify the most appropriate tolerance given your specific assembly needs. They are professional, nimble, and provide exceptional customer service.”

Cynthia

Thanks for the outstanding wire work you guys did for us. Everything fit as expected!

Steve Y.

Thanks for the fast turnaround and informative responses! You guys are great to work with.

Amazon Engineer

Been working with Northwest Wire EDM for many years, they do awesome work and are real pros!

Buddy

We have used Northwest Wire EDM for many years.  We have sent them many jobs, from punch and dies for roll-form tooling to smaller odd jobs.  All were finished in a professional and timely manner.

Tim

The NWEDM team does quality on time, and always willing to go the extra mile for customer satisfaction.

Steve

My company has been working with Northwest Wire EDM for almost 30 years. Their professionalism and attention to detail and quality has been stellar. They are easy to work with and very accommodating with our wild emergency requests.

We are a product manufacturer and we rely on Northwest Wire EDM to help us out in those chaotic moments that the industry hands us, they always come through with the quality and assistance required.

We have a great relationship with them and they have never let us down, even with our most complicated geometries. Thank you Northwest for all the help over the last 30 years.

Mario F.