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Robotics & Automation

Automation and robotics development moves quickly, with frequent design changes and tight build cycles. Teams often face challenges with sourcing reliable parts that meet complex fit requirements, managing rapid iteration without delays and transitioning from prototype to small production runs without losing momentum.

Fathom provides precision parts and prototypes to support robotics and automation projects. We help accelerate product development programs, tackle complex custom manufacturing challenges, and support leading robotics and automation manufacturers throughout the robotics lifecycle.

  • “White Glove” problem-solving approach – Our experts can optimize your complex geometries, short-run builds, and challenging projects for production.
  • Rapid product innovation – Our rapid prototyping and iterative development processes help robotics engineers quickly refine designs and bring products to market efficiently.
  • Industry expertise – We have a long track record of delivering high-quality parts to robotics companies, military agencies and other advanced technology organizations.
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Our Expertise – By the Numbers

10,000

Robotics and automation components built to date

25+

Manufacturing processes used on robotic components

ISO 9001

Certified for manufacturing process control standards

ITAR

Multiple facilities are ITAR compliant

How Do Robotics & Automation Companies Use Fathom?

Speed to Market

We help robotics teams iterate quickly, validate designs and move from concept to production faster. We accelerate development with rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing and fast-turn CNC machining,

Complexity & Precision

Robotics systems demand tight tolerances and complex geometries. Our advanced manufacturing processes and engineering expertise ensure high-precision, high-mix parts that perform reliably in demanding automation environments.

Scaling from Prototype to Production

We support the full product lifecycle, offering bridge-to-production solutions like CNC machining and injection molding to seamlessly scale custom robotics components without sacrificing quality or consistency.

“Working with Fathom has given us a level of supply chain control we haven’t had with other partners. Instead of juggling multiple suppliers for machining, sheet metal, extrusions, and 3D-printed prototypes, we can run everything through one team and that’s been a huge advantage for our EV programs. Their engineers helped us tighten up a machined cooling-plate design, turn around sheet metal brackets in days, and rapidly iterate several 3D-printed enclosure concepts early in development. Having all of these capabilities under one roof has reduced delays, improved consistency across assemblies, and cut a significant amount of coordination time on our side.”
Senior Manufacturing Engineer,
Major EV OEM
“I’m impressed with your quality, expertise, speed, and customer service.”
Professor James F. Antaki, PhD
Carnegie Mellon University
“The team at Fathom continues to provide us with great service. Starting with initial DFM reviews, fast tooling development and quick turn-around times, Fathom is a partner keeping us on track to deliver quality products to our customers. Thank-you to all the Fathom team.”
Tim Latham, Project Manager
Litepanels, Inc.
“We have been very satisfied with Fathom’s performance in every aspect: pricing, delivery, quality, and customer support. It is a pleasure doing business with Fathom, and honestly, I wish there were more companies like them.”
Mark Merg, Procurement Manager
Alpha High Theft Solutions
“I want to thank you and the rest of the team for the great support. Over the 15 years that I have been working with mold vendors I have never seen such personal attention and such great communication efforts in addressing my concerns on samples. The fact that Fathom went the extra step to provide me with a second set of samples at no cost and in two days to improve my texture concerns goes a long way. I know that I have made the right choice going with Fathom. I’m looking forward to a long relationship with you and the rest of the Fathom team.”
Level, LLC
“It is exactly what we were expecting. Well done to the team!”
Harwood Laskin
Schneider Electric
“This is a huge milestone for our team. This product is no longer a vision… I received the parts today from Fathom. They look and function great! I don’t see any reason why we cannot move forward now and order parts for the upcoming proto build.”
Dave Boretti
Schneider Electric
“As a small, growing company, we cannot say enough good things about Fathom. They have been willing and able to adapt to our rapidly changing needs and have helped us get out of a pinch on occasion. Special thanks to Brian and Carla – they have been great to work with!”
Scott
SLight LLC
“It has been a genuine pleasure dealing with the Fathom team. You have been very patient and have been a wealth of helpful information. Your response times to my questions and comments are superb and your answers are specific and to the point. Thanks for your patience and all the time it has taken to get the details worked out.”
Scott Bixler
Polyvance
“I have to say that so far I’ve enjoyed this process – having the customer portal (and your well-detailed DFM reports) makes it very easy to comply with the design requirements.”
Cory Starr
Blaster One
“I just wanted to let you know, we have all been very impressed with the quality and turnaround time of our parts. We have used several shops in the past, but so far the quality of Fathom has been the best we have ever received.”
Gregg Garrett
VEGA
“I just want to compliment you and your team how you are managing this project with all of the changes on the fly. Kudos.”
Mark Ezzo, Plastics and Composites Engineer
Materials & Chemistry Network of Excellence
“Our SteriPen product must meet the quality standards of a medical device — if it ever malfunctions, people will get sick. Yet it must be economical enough to permit many people to own one. And we need the design flexibility to keep pace with rapidly changing technology. Our production at ICO meets all three challenges.”
Don Snoke, VP of Operations
Hydro-Photon, Inc.
“After reaching out to over 20 manufacturers, Fathom was the only one that was able to take on my project, create the molds and manufacture the parts I needed. What impressed me the most is that they were able to work overtime to meet my demanding deadline and get the parts to me on time.”
Aziz Razakov,
Berry Good Bottle
“I found it refreshing to work with a company with such a phenomenal online quoting tool. It allowed us to experiment with different materials, quantities, and mold configurations to see the cost impact in real time.”
Mike Yin, Founder
Nunchuck Grips LLC
“The parts came in a few days ago and I wanted to thank you and your team on the very impressive quality of the parts. We were thoroughly impressed by the finish and clearness of the parts. Thank you for the great customer service and we are looking forward to using your expertise in future projects.”
Akash Shankar
PMC Smart Solutions
“We appreciate the effort you put into making our order smooth. The molded parts are used in our device that makes water safe to drink in areas of the world that do not have access to safe water. Thanks again for everything!”
Sarah Yoder
WaterStep
“Fathom brings an open mind to each project with a positive attitude to tailor their processes to meet my needs, from part design to mold build and molding. They work hard to make sure my needs are met with a professional attitude, expertise, on-time delivery and competitive pricing.”
Bob Rohr
RDR Design and Development LLC
“No matter how complex or how new issues are with product design, we can always count on Fathom. Their team provides an unbiased, ‘out-of-the-box’ professional opinion that is always forward-thinking, interesting and helpful. We value their exemplary commitment to providing superb engineering.”
Rich Rayhill
Crown
“It is a pleasure to work with a company whose personnel are willing and able to think out of their box. With your commitment to staying on the cutting edge of technology, you supply tooling to us that is right on time and works first shot.”
Norman R. Akens
Medical Murray
“Quick response time for RFQ, excellent lead time for rushed order and quality parts were manufactured and delivered on-time.”
Manufacturer of Compressed Gas Storage Systems
“The workmanship was outstanding – we are over-the-top happy with the unit! The product that arrived at my door far exceeded our expectations, and all on short notice…amazing. Please pass our very best wishes on to everyone on your team who was involved in fast-tracking our prototype. It all started with you and your can-do attitude, Nate. I cannot thank you enough!”
Larry Cole
TerraCube
“Fit and finish is great and the parts passed all our regulatory tests. Thank you for all your help and for the role you played helping the factory work through some of the stickier parts of the design.”
Drew Macrae
Linkitz
“As a small, growing company, we cannot say enough good things about Fathom. They have been willing and able to adapt to our rapidly changing needs and have helped us get out of a pinch on occasion.”
M. Nasilevich
Morpho Detection
“I was very impressed with your company’s ability and willingness to work with a novice in plastics as I am, and work through some design changes. I have learned a lot from you and hope this is a huge success for both of us. Frankly, I did contact two other companies and they acted like they had no time for me!”
Kevin Jensen
Quik-Load
“We are very pleased. Response time is fantastic, customer support is great, and the online group project management tool is very helpful.”
Connie Blevins, Quality Coordinator
Leprecon
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Fathom Capabilities for the Robotics & Automation Industry

Additive Manufacturing & Rapid Prototyping

Our advanced additive manufacturing technologies enable rapid iteration from concept to prototype and even production parts. These processes help robotics companies accelerate design cycles, validate complex geometries and reduce time-to-market.

Precision CNC Machining

Precision CNC machining delivers highly accurate, repeatable components made from a wide range of metals and engineering plastics. This capability solves tight-tolerance requirements common in robotic assemblies and automation components.

Injection Molding & Bridge-to-Production Services

We offer injection molding and related tooling services for scalable manufacturing of plastic parts. This is crucial for robotics applications where reliable, repeatable production of custom housings, brackets and connectors is needed beyond prototyping.

Common Robotic Applications

Fathom helps robotics teams move through design iterations quickly while still applying process control and quality checks that support scale. 

We collaborate early on design and manufacturability, then deliver consistently high-quality parts that help teams validate assemblies, reduce rework and ramp into production with confidence.

Common components we produce for this industry include:

  • Covers, shells and protective housings
  • End-effector components
  • Sensor mounts and brackets
  • Cable management components
  • Gearbox and actuator covers
  • Fit-critical assembly components
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Why Robotic Teams Trust Fathom

Fathom enables robotics teams to move faster with rapid tooling, precision molding and production-grade materials that support quick iteration, tight tolerances and reliable performance in finished automation products. From early prototypes through higher-volume production, our DFM expertise and seamless scaling reduce risk, cost and development delays.

  • Fast Turnaround for Iterative Robotics Design

    Fathom’s rapid tooling and production capabilities enable robotics teams to quickly test, refine and validate complex automation components without slowing development cycles.

  • Precision Molding for Tight-Tolerance Parts

    Advanced mold engineering and process control ensure the dimensional accuracy and repeatability required for robotics assemblies, sensors and motion systems.

  • Production-Grade Materials for Real-World Automation

    Fathom supports a wide range of engineering and high-performance resins suited for strength, wear resistance and thermal stability in demanding robotic applications.

  • Seamless Scaling from Prototype to Production

    Robotics manufacturers can move confidently from low-volume prototyping to higher-volume production using the same supplier, reducing risk and supply chain friction.

  • Expert DFM Support

    Fathom’s engineering team collaborates early to optimize part geometry, material selection and tooling, helping robotics manufacturers avoid costly redesigns and delays.

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