Why wait weeks for offshore prototypes when you can have precision Canadian-made parts in hours?”
Rapid CNC Manufacturing For Innovators Who Can’t Wait
Tempest Rapid+ delivers precision-manufactured parts from sheet materials with guaranteed turnaround times. Designed for engineers, startups, and R&D teams who need physical parts fast to validate designs, test fit and function, or meet project deadlines.
R&D Companies
Accelerate Research & Development - Don't let prototype delays slow your innovation cycle. Test concepts, validate designs, and iterate rapidly with precision parts delivered in hours.
Validate concepts before major investments
Support compressed development timelines
Enable rapid design iterations
Startups
Startup Speed, Enterprise Quality - Move at startup velocity with precision manufacturing. Perfect for investor demos, product validation, and rapid market entry.
Investor ready prototypes in 24-hours
Validate market fit faster
Compete with well funded competitors
Engineering Firms
Enhance Client Delivery - Offer your clients faster project completion with our rapid prototyping partnership. Become the engineering firm that delivers impossible timelines.
Competitive advantage in proposals
Enhanced client satisfaction
Partnership opportunities available
Technical Specifications
Maximum Part Size: 48” x 48”
Material Thickness Range: 1/8” - 3/4”
Tolerance: ± 0.010” standard(tighter tolerance available upon request)
Approved Materials: Stock inventory (see list below)
Machining Capabilities
2D Profile Cutting: Complex shapes, internal cutouts, precise dimensions
3D Pocket Milling: Simple, recessed features, raised bosses, step features
Setup Limitations: Single set-up operations (no part flipping)
Finish: Machine finish only - no secondary operations (anodizing, painting, etc.)
In Stock Materials
Plastic Sheets:
Acrylic - Clear (4.5 MM, 6 MM, 9 MM, 1/2”), Black (5.5 MM, 12 MM), White (6 MM, 12 MM)
ABS - Black Haircell (1.5 MM, 6 MM), White (6 MM)
Polycarbonate (PC) - Clear (6 MM, 1/2”)
PVC Foam - Black (6 MM, 12.7 MM), White (6 MM, 12.7 MM)
HDPE - Black (1/4”, 1/2”), White ( 1/2”)
PETG - Clear (3 MM, 6 MM)
UHMW - Natural (1/4”, 1/2”)
Aluminum Composite & Building Materials:
ACM - Black (3 MM, 6 MM), White (3 MM, 6 MM)
Birch Plywood - (1/4”, 1/2”, 3/4”)
MDF - (1/2”, 5/8”, 3/4”)
Step 1: Submit & Quote
Send your CAD files via email or our form. Receive detailed quote with guaranteed delivery time.
Step 2: Production Starts
As soon as you approve the quote, your project enters our priority queue. Real-time updates throughout production. Note: As part of this phase of the job, we require a credit card on file. Your card WILL NOT be charged until your job is ready to ship.
Step 3: Quality Control
Dimensional verification, photo documentation, and quality approval before shipping. Certification of inspection and photo documentation will be emailed to you. At this point, your card will be charged.
Step 4: Express Shipping
Professional packaging with tracking. Ontario delivery 1-2 days.
Quality Without Compromise
Quality Guarantee:
Dimensional Accuracy: Parts meeting ± 0.010” or drawing specifications
On-time Delivery: 95%+ delivery performance or 25% labour refund*
Photo Documentation: Every part photographed before shipping
Canadian Made: Secure, reliable local manufacturing
*Within our control. If events transpire outside of our control, for example, the carrier experiences delays, we are not beholden to the original timeline.
FAQ’s
What file formats do you accept?
Primary: .step, .iges, .dwg, .dfx
Secondary: .pdf (dimensioned drawings), .ai
What if my material isn’t in stock?
We can source other materials, this would just mean longer lead times and we would transfer your job over from our Rapid+ program into our standard service.
Can you handle multiple setups or complex assemblies?
In order to meet tight deadlines, our rapid service focuses on single-setup operations. For complex multi-setup parts or assemblies, we'll provide timeline and pricing for our standard service.
What is your capacity for rush jobs?
In order to maintain tight deadlines we only have a certain number of time slots available. We will confirm availability when you submit your quote request