Your CAD file starts the conversation.

Upload DXF, STEP, or STP geometry. We’ll read the part, show you what the system understands, and guide it toward instant pricing or an experienced shop review.

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STEP3D geometry
Finished formed steel bracket
01 / The process

Clear steps. Real people.

The same guided flow handles a simple flat plate and a formed model. The routing changes behind the scenes—not the way you start.

  1. 01

    Upload CAD

    Drop in one or several DXF, STEP, or STP files. No account is required to begin.

    • DXF is ideal for flat patterns
    • STEP and STP support flat or formed parts
  2. 02

    Confirm the details

    Review the part preview, choose material and thickness, set quantities, and check the resulting price and timing.

    • Material can change row by row
    • Quantity breaks update in the quote
    Flat carbon steel part preview
  3. 03

    We cut and form

    Approved parts move into Ahner’s Sandusky shop for laser cutting, press brake forming when needed, and production checks.

    • Two lasers and five press brakes
    • One accountable manufacturing team
    Laser-cut parts at Ahner Industrial
  4. 04

    Your parts ship

    We package the finished work for pickup, shipping, or regional delivery as confirmed for the order.

    • Estimated timing is shown before checkout
    • Order and fulfillment updates stay connected
02 / Quote routing

Two ways to get a trustworthy quote.

The system moves fast when geometry fits the online rules. When it does not, the handoff is deliberate and visible.

Fast path

Instant quote

Best for standard flat parts and formed parts that fit the online rules.

  1. 01 Upload CAD
  2. 02 Review live pricing
  3. 03 Place the order
Human path

Shop review

Best for complex geometry, out-of-range parts, or work that needs judgment.

  1. 01 Upload CAD
  2. 02 Ahner reviews
  3. 03 Receive next steps
03 / Before upload

Bring the file you have.

A clean file helps us return a clear result. If something is missing, the review path keeps the conversation moving.

Accepted files

  • DXFFlat laser-cut geometry
  • STEPFlat or formed 3D models
  • STPFlat or formed 3D models

Helpful details

  • MaterialA1011, 304 2B, or 3003
  • ThicknessConfirm the modeled or required gauge
  • QuantityAdd the quantity needed for each part
Prepare your fileDXF preparation →STEP preparation →Review rules →Technical limits →

Ready when your file is.

Start with the geometry you have. We’ll guide it toward pricing, review, and production.

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