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Re: Laser fabrication
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Originally Posted by teamfreedom View Post
Hello guys, My name is Osiris Villacampa former main mentor of team DRIFT 4091 and now main mentor of a new rookie team "Team Freedom".
I need some help, We want to fabricate some parts like chassis transmissions etc but don't know where to send it or prices. I am thinking about laser cutting but am open to your recomendation of places and fabrication type.
Thanks alot guys hope to see you in Orlando.
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You can start by looking at what's available in your area. There has to be some machining capability in the DR. I'd start by looking in the phone book for machine shops or small engineering firms. If you don't find a shop, maybe one of the engineering firms can point you in the right direction.

If not, do you have to worry about import duties/tax? In the US, a lot of the FRC teams are sponsored by small machine shops. They may be able to ship via UPS or FedEx. You could also look for shops in Haiti or Puerto Rico.