When you’re searching for a manufacturer to produce custom bolts, design assistance should be one of your top priorities. Regardless of your industry or application, the product you’re creating must be made of top-quality components. And these components should be designed and manufactured for your custom application. You should never have to alter your product to fit standard bolts.

However, when it comes to creating custom bolts, the process can become more complex and difficult than you originally expected very quickly. This is especially true during the design phase of the process. Regardless of the type of design assistance you need—whether it’s designing your bolts from scratch or just helping you choose a material or finish—the manufacturer you choose to work with will have a huge impact on your final bolts. Here are three reasons why design support is helpful when creating custom bolts.

1. The Right Bolt Calculations for Your Application

Creating bolts from scratch is no easy task. The calculations have to be just right, down to the fraction of a millimeter. Any wrong configuration can make your bolts unusable. Do you really want to risk this by taking charge of the design phase on your own? When you have help during the design phase, you can ensure that the bolts you will be paying to manufacturer are exactly right for your unique product. The applied force, the environment the bolt will be put in, and the size of the product will all be considered to ensure you get the very best bolts.

2. So Many Options to Choose From

Even after the complex and complicated calculations are done, the design process isn’t finished. You still have to choose a material and a finish for your bolts. And with so many options to choose from—some which won’t work at all, some which will work decently, and some which will be ideal for your intended use—how do you know which option will be best for you? To make sure you’re picking the right option from so many varieties to choose from, you should look to a manufacturer with design experts on staff. They can help you consider all the factors and guide you to make the best decision for your needs.

3. Savings Everywhere

No matter which way you look at it, working with a manufacturer that has the experience and knowledge to provide you with design assistance leads to savings. You’ll definitely be saving on costs, firstly. If you were to just wing it and get a design that isn’t ultimately right for your unique application—one that doesn’t fit, isn’t durable, or isn’t strong enough—you’ll need to pay to get them replaced with another batch of bolts. Starting with design assistance right from the beginning saves you from this additional unnecessary cost.

By getting the right product from the start you’ll also be saving on time—and you know that time is money. By having to wait around for your new batch of bolts to be manufactured and shipped to you, your own productivity will decrease.

Lastly, you’ll also save your reputation. If you do end up using bolts that aren’t right for your application, your product might not function properly and it might not be durable, either. This can lead to a product recall, complaints, and refunds. All of which can be avoided with proper design assistance.

Don’t risk creating custom bolts on your own. Take advantage of the design assistance offered by your manufacturer, so you can ensure you get the best bolts for your products.