Made-to-Drawing Hardware
Made-to-drawing hardware is manufactured strictly to your engineering drawing, covering dimensions, tolerances, material, heat treatment and finish, for fasteners, fittings, brackets and other hardware items that must match an OEM or approved specification.
What it is
The drawing defines every requirement, and parts are inspected against it before dispatch. This suits OEM supply, replacement hardware to approved drawings, and items that must match certification.
We review drawings at quote stage and raise questions before production rather than making assumptions.
Typical applications
- OEM hardware supply
- Approved replacement parts
- Defence and railway hardware to specification
- Special fixings for equipment
- Assembly hardware kits
Materials & grades
- As specified on the drawing
- Equivalent grades only with your written approval
Points to consider
- Ensure the drawing revision is current.
- Specify inspection and documentation needs up front.
- Material alternatives are used only with approval.
- Heat treatment and finish notes are part of the requirement.
Frequently asked questions
What does made-to-drawing mean?
Parts are manufactured exactly to your drawing's dimensions, tolerances, material and finish, and inspected against it.
Can you supply inspection reports?
Yes, dimensional inspection reports and material certificates can be supplied when requested.
What if the specified material isn't available?
We suggest equivalents but only use them with your written approval.