Business Details
21 Years
experience
Precision Machining Services in Chaska, MN
Prairie Machining was founded in 2005 with a clear mission: to deliver precision-engineered parts that meet the exacting demands of the manufacturing industry. Our team of highly skilled machinists combines decades of collective experience with state-of-the-art CNC machinery and CAD/CAM technology to produce components with tolerances as tight as 0.00025. We specialize in machining a diverse range of materials, including steel, aluminum, brass, and advanced polymers, serving clients from prototyping to large-scale production runs.Every project undergoes rigorous design reviews to ensure optimal solutions, backed by a quality control system that includes advanced inspection equipment and calibration protocols. With a workforce featuring four full-time machinists and two part-time helpers, all holding technical degrees, we maintain a relentless focus on exceeding customer expectations through precision, reliability, and timely delivery.
Services
CNC Machining
Vertical Milling
CNC Turning
Quality Control
Materials Fabrication
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of combined machining expertise and modern CNC technology.
- We maintain tolerances as tight as 0.00025 on turned parts and 0.0005 on milled parts.
- Our team reviews every project to ensure optimal design and planning solutions.
- We work with diverse materials including steel, aluminum, brass, and industrial plastics.
- We guarantee on-time delivery of high-quality parts for prototyping to large production runs.
Services
CNC Machining
Our CNC machining services produce high-tolerance components using advanced computer numerical control systems. We achieve precision down to 0.00025 on turned parts and 0.0005 on milled parts, serving industries requiring exacting specifications. Our CAD/CAM integration ensures efficient, repeatable results for complex geometries.
Vertical Milling
We offer vertical milling capabilities with high-speed spindles and multi-axis tooling. Our Hardinge XR760 and Doosan DMN series machines provide 30-inch X-axis travel and automated tool changers, enabling efficient production of intricate metal and polymer components with tight tolerances.
CNC Turning
Our CNC turning services utilize Daewoo and Doosan lathes with live tooling and programmable tailstocks. Capable of machining parts up to 9" diameter and 42" length, we deliver precision-turned components with surface finishes and dimensional accuracy meeting aerospace, medical, and industrial standards.
Quality Control
We maintain rigorous quality control with optical comparators, digital height gauges, and calibrated micrometers. Every component undergoes dimensional verification against specifications using traceable measurement systems, ensuring compliance with ISO and industry-specific quality requirements before shipment.
Materials Fabrication
We machine diverse materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum alloys, brass, bronze, tool steels, and engineering plastics. Our expertise extends to heat-treated alloys and exotic polymers, supporting applications across automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
People
Eric Barrett
Owner
Eric Barrett leads Prairie Machining with 30 years of industry experience, overseeing operations and strategic growth while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex machining projects.
Questions
What machining services does Prairie Machining offer?
We specialize in CNC machining, vertical milling, turning, and precision fabrication using advanced CAD/CAM systems.
What materials can Prairie Machining work with?
We handle steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, tool steels, heat-treated alloys, and industrial plastics.
What quality control measures are in place?
We use optical comparators, digital height gauges, and calibrated inspection tools to ensure every part meets specifications.
Do you handle both prototyping and large production runs?
Yes, we produce parts from single prototypes to 1,000+ unit production batches with consistent quality.
How experienced is your team?
Our four full-time machinists and two part-time helpers hold technical degrees and bring 30+ years of combined experience.
