OpenFab Process

How does it work?

From your 3D file to the delivered part, we manage the process with you. No gray areas: you know who does what, and when.

A real person

not a chatbot

1

Submit your request

Upload your files (STL, STEP, DXF, PDF), specify material, quantity and deadline. We check everything is clear before moving forward.

2

We qualify and route

A team member checks feasibility and forwards the request to the right workshops. Makers can ask you technical questions if needed.

3

Quotes & validation

You compare quotes, validate your pick, and production starts. Secure payment, all exchanges centralized in your workspace.

4

Production & quality control

You follow key milestones: manufacturing, finishing, inspection photos. Delivery or pickup — your choice.

Real-time production tracking

File validation, design iterations, part photos, final inspection — everything in one workspace. You stay in control from start to finish.

Start a project

Client side

  • Project timeline with milestones and attachments
  • Quotes, messages and validations grouped by stage
  • Inspection photos before shipping + package tracking

Need to speed things up? A team member is reachable by phone or video for technical decisions.

Maker side

  • Full brief: plans, constraints, tolerances
  • File history and validations
  • Quality checklist and machine instructions

We can also provide recommended settings (temperature, speeds, laser parameters) to ensure reliable production.

Reliability & confidentiality

Your files are protected, your parts are inspected. We adapt the security level to the project's sensitivity.

Traceability

Serial numbers and batch tracking on request

Secure payment

Funds released after photo validation or quality control

DFM support

We help you optimize your parts with a reference maker

Documentation

Material sheets, instructions and machine settings provided