CNC MACHINING • HELENA, MONTANA
Precision Fabrication for Montana's Innovators
Montana Machining delivers high-precision CNC milling, lathe work, and custom fabrication for automotive, aerospace, and engineering teams across the state. Built for tight tolerances, quick turnarounds, and dependable quality.
Fast quotes, small-batch and production runs, and prototyping support for teams building the next generation of products in Montana.
Capabilities at a Glance
- Sharp QMV-2 CNC mill with Anilam 3200MK retrofit controller
- Precision manual lathe turning
- Automated lathe capability coming soon
- Tight tolerances for metals and engineering plastics
- Rapid-turn prototypes and production-ready runs
Based in Helena, serving clients across Montana and the Mountain West.
ABOUT MONTANA MACHINING
Built for builders, right here in Helena.
Montana Machining was founded to give local manufacturers, product teams, and innovators access to precise, reliable machining without having to ship work out of state. From the first prototype to repeat production runs, we focus on detail, consistency, and communication.
Our owner brings a background in precision machining and modern CNC programming, pairing hands-on shop experience with a commitment to process control and modern tooling strategies. The result is a flexible shop that can solve real engineering problems on tight timelines.
Our mission
Deliver high-tech machining solutions with modern equipment, transparent communication, and reliable lead times—so Montana's builders can move from idea to finished part with confidence.
Why teams work with us
- Tight-tolerance work for automotive, aerospace, and general engineering
- Small shop responsiveness with production-ready processes
- Direct access to the machinist programming and running your parts
- Iterative support for R&D and prototyping
- Local to Helena, shipping across Montana
Quality-first
Focused on consistency, inspection, and repeatability on every run.
Turnaround
Lean workflows designed for quick quotes and fast, predictable lead times.
SERVICES
Precision CNC machining and fabrication services.
From one-off prototypes to short production runs, Montana Machining supports automotive, aerospace, and general engineering projects with flexible machining capacity.
CNC milling
Precision 3-axis milling on our Sharp QMV-2 CNC mill with Anilam 3200MK retrofit controller for complex geometries, pockets, and features.
- Tight tolerance prismatic parts
- Bracketry, housings, and plates
- Production and one-off components
Lathe turning
Accurate turning for shafts, bushings, threaded features, and custom round components on our manual lathe, with automation capability on the way.
- One-off replacement parts
- Small production runs
- Prep for upcoming automated lathe work
Custom fabrication & prototyping
Partner with us early in the design process for manufacturability feedback, quick-turn prototypes, and iterative engineering support.
- Prototype machining for R&D teams
- Design-for-manufacturing input
- Fixture and tooling components
Materials & industries
We routinely machine common engineering materials for demanding applications across Montana.
- Metals: aluminum, mild and alloy steels, stainless, copper, brass, and more
- Plastics: Delrin/Acetal, Nylon, UHMW, PTFE, and other engineering plastics
- Industries: automotive, motorsports, aerospace, ag equipment, general engineering, product development
Need CNC machining in Montana?
Send us a print, model, or concept and we’ll provide a clear quote, lead time, and manufacturability feedback.
EQUIPMENT
Modern machines for precise, repeatable results.
Our equipment lineup is built around dependable CNC capability, supported by manual operations and expanding automation to handle more complex and higher-volume work.
Representative machining image. Actual Montana Machining setup features similar production-ready tooling and workholding.
Sharp QMV-2 CNC mill
Outfitted with an Anilam 3200MK retrofit controller for reliable 3-axis CNC control and efficient program execution.
- Tight tolerance milling
- Repeatable production setups
- Efficient toolpath strategies
Manual lathe
A dependable manual lathe for precise turning, threading, facing, and custom one-off parts.
- Shafts, pins, and bushings
- Threaded and tapered features
- Repair and replacement components
Automated lathe (coming soon)
We’re expanding our capacity with an automated lathe to support higher-volume turning work and more complex part families.
- Improved throughput on turned parts
- Consistent cycle times for production work
- Ideal for repeat orders and scaling programs
Ask about lead times and part types we’re planning to prioritize as the automated lathe comes online.
PORTFOLIO & GALLERY
Sample parts and machining finishes.
Below are representative examples of the type of CNC milling and turning work we support. As Montana Machining grows, this gallery will be updated with real projects from customers across Montana.
Have a drawing or model ready? Reach out and we can discuss similar parts we’ve machined and what to expect for lead times, finishes, and inspection.
Precision aluminum brackets with tight-tolerance hole patterns and machined pockets.
Steel and aluminum shafts with critical diameters and bearing fits held to spec.
Mixed-material prototype components for early-stage product validation.
CONTACT & QUOTES
Request a CNC machining quote in Helena, Montana.
Share your drawing, model, or idea and we’ll follow up with pricing, lead time, and any suggestions to make your part easier and more cost-effective to machine.
Shop details
Location: Helena, Montana
Serving customers across Montana and the Mountain West.
Phone: (406) 461-5914
Email: [email protected]
Typical response time: within 1 business day.
Send a project
Attach drawings, STEP files, or describe your concept and we’ll follow up with next steps.
Visits by appointment only. Contact us to schedule a time to review your parts in person.
CNC machining in Montana, built for modern manufacturing.
Montana Machining is a Helena-based CNC shop providing precision fabrication, CNC milling, and lathe work for customers across the state. If you’re searching for CNC machining Montana, precision fabrication Helena, or a reliable machining partner in the Mountain West, we’d be glad to talk about your project.
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