CAPABILITIES
More than a parts supplier—we’re your manufacturing partner.
We help you solve design challenges, scale production, and meet deadlines with confidence—on time, on spec, and without added friction.
Manufacturing Assessments
Evaluate early. Avoid costly fixes.
Whether you're developing a new product or scaling an existing production line, we offer structured manufacturing assessments that help you optimize processes, improve design, and reduce costly rework.
With nearly two decades of experience in automation and tooling, Bent River guides you through targeted evaluations with clear phases, concrete deliverables, and ROI-backed recommendations.
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Make your product easier (and cheaper) to build—before it hits the floor.
After years of watching customers go through costly re-designs, we developed a process that identifies and enhances the manufacturability of new products before they go into production.
Phases:
Assess & explore
Brainstorm & ideate
Prioritize impact
Deliverables:
Detailed report of findings
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Validate your production process and uncover ways to do it better.
Gain the competitive advantage in meeting customer demands with a long-term strategy for implementing manufacturing technology. We look at your entire line—from equipment layout to data flow—to identify opportunities for automation, cost reduction, standardization, and performance gains.
This assessment is ideal for teams looking to modernize production, reduce downtime, and align with SCADA, MES, or ERP systems.
Phases:
Assess & explore
Develop & analyze
Get results
Deliverables:
Three year manufacturing equipment and process plan
Estimated ROI on equipment enhancements
Future state value stream map
Future state KPIs and expected performance.
Want fewer surprises and stronger margins?
Engineering & Prototyping
From idea to engineered system.
Are you developing a new automation line or refining a complex tool? Our in-house engineering team is dedicated to ensuring your machine runs with precision, reliability, and clarity—on paper and the floor.
From concept through final layout, we design the systems that power every build, with constant communication between our mechanical, electrical, and controls teams.
The result: a fully engineered solution that’s ready to run.
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Mechanisms that work — built to spec, designed to scale, and ready for production.
Complete system design, from parts to final assembly
In-house prototyping and real-world testing
CAD expertise in Creo and SOLIDWORKS
Clear, build-ready documentation
Fast feedback to keep things moving
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Motion that’s smart, reliable, and dialed into your process.
Custom motion and logic designed to match your exact needs
PLC configuration on a range of platforms including WAGO and Code Assist
HMI programming for optimal user experience
Controls integrated early in the design phase
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Clean, efficient power and control — laid out to simplify design and build.
Custom schematics showing full electrical flow and logic
Power, safety, and control blocks designed for clarity
A proven layout method that speeds up the design phase
Designed with serviceability and reliability in mind
Need a team that designs with execution in mind?
Machining & Fabrication
Where design becomes real.
Need precision parts, quick-turn prototypes, or custom assemblies? Our fabrication team delivers production-quality work, every time.
With in-house CNC mills, lathes, manual machines, and tight integration with our engineering team, we bring your designs to life.
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Parts arrive right the first time — built to your spec, reviewed by engineers, and ready for use on the floor.
CNC and manual machining under one roof
Skilled machinists who collaborate directly with engineers
Rapid prototyping and short-run production
Mechanical assembly and fit checks built into the process
Shop-floor flexibility for last-minute adjustments or changes
Parts delivered to print — tight tolerances, consistent quality
ISO 9001:2015-certified processes and inspections
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CNC Mills
HAAS VF-6SS X64 Y32 Z30
HAAS VF-3YT X40 Y26 Z25
HAAS VF-3YBT X40 Y26 Z25
HAAS VF-3SS X40 Y20 Z25
HAAS VF-2SS X30 Y16 Z20
Mastuura RA3 X31 Y17 Z14
Mastuura 510 Vertical
CNC Lathes
HAAS ST-20 CNC Lathe
Hitachi-Sieki HT-20 CNC Lathe
Manual Equipment
3 Manual Mills X31 Y14 Z24
Harding Tooling Lathe
Harig Surface Grinder
Horizontal & Vertical Band Saws
Fabrication
CNC Plasma X48 Y96 Z1
15 Ton Press Brake – Y 121 Z0.875
Shear – 1/8”
Welding – MIG & TIG
Welders currently certified to AWS D1.1 and D1.6
Certified Welding Inspector on-site for additional certs
Finishing & Inspection
Vibratory Polisher
Engraved Labels, Tags
Need tight-tolerance parts without the delays?
Mechanical & Electrical Assembly
Assembled with precision. Backed by experience.
Tired of chasing down fit issues or wiring mistakes during install? We solve that upfront. Our team delivers production-ready assemblies that are built to spec, tested for fit and function, and ready to drop into place.
From mechanical builds to electrical panels, we handle it all in-house — with tight coordination between teams.
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From first part to final handoff, our process is built to deliver a smooth experience — clear communication, no surprises, and a system that’s ready to run.
Process:
Source Materials
We procure all raw materials and components, whether we’re building from your design or ours.Fabricate Parts
Mechanical parts are machined in-house using CNC mills, lathes, and sheet metal tools. Finishing services are coordinated as needed.Assemble & Integrate
Our team assembles the mechanical structure and installs electrical components like PLCs, sensors, and power supplies per the prints.Wire & Plumb
We route all wiring to field devices and build pneumatic systems with regulators, valves, and cylinders as needed.Test & Validate
We perform I/O checkout, functional testing, and hand off to controls for HMI or motion logic where required. UL certification available.
Need an assembly team that owns the full build?
Automation & Integration
Custom systems. No compromises.
Do your requirements fall outside the industry standard? We design and build what others can’t — fully integrated, custom automation that’s designed to fit your space, your specs, and your production goals.
Whether you're starting from a napkin sketch or refining a production line, we help move the system forward without sacrificing performance or flexibility.
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Flexible Production
Automate repetitive tasks to reduce error and easily scale output.
Custom Processes
We design the right mix of automated machines, conveyors, fixtures, and motion control equipment to match your workflow, facility, and specifications.Efficiency Without the Waste
Integrated systems speed up manufacturing, inspection, and testing while minimizing downtime and scrap.Low-Maintenance by Design
We engineer for reliability, so your system runs longer with less intervention.Support Through Change
As your needs evolve, we stay with the build — adapting systems, scaling parts, and keeping production moving.
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Boost productivity, improve consistency, and reduce cost — our automation systems are built to make your line faster, safer, and more reliable at every step.
Material handling
Palletizing
Pick and place
Case packing
Machine tending
Automated assembly
Vision-guided bin picking
Is your system too complex for off-the-shelf solutions?
Value-Added Services
Fewer vendors. Lower total cost.
Still chasing parts through multiple vendors? When finishing and inspection are handled separately, small delays stack up fast.
We manage the full process in-house or through trusted partners — so your parts arrive complete, compliant, and ready for install.
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Smoother builds start with the right parts at the right time.
All fasteners, motors, valves, chains, breakers, and fittings sourced to spec
Reduce lead time through centralized sourcing
One point of contact for materials and components
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Avoid juggling vendors or chasing quotes — subcontracted work is fully managed.
Access to qualified, pre-vetted partners
Ongoing tracking of quality and delivery performance
Weekly reviews to make adjustments as needed
Monthly audits to prevent systemic problems before they impact your schedule
Frees up your team to focus on core competencies
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Get specialty finishing and testing without the runaround.
Heat treatment
Destructive and non-destructive testing
Surface prep, plating, and finishing
EDM, grinding, and honing
Need fewer vendors—and more progress?
