{"id":169272,"date":"2026-01-28T17:54:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T15:54:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/?post_type=case&#038;p=169272"},"modified":"2026-01-28T17:54:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T15:54:59","slug":"glaskeil-xometry-metal-procurement","status":"publish","type":"case","link":"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/en\/case-studies\/glaskeil-xometry-metal-procurement\/","title":{"rendered":"How Glaskeil Uses Xometry for Reliable Procurement of Precision Metal Parts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-focusing-on-core-competencies-glass-and-plastic\">Focusing on Core Competencies: Glass and Plastic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The specialization in glass and plastic demands the highest precision from Glaskeil. As the team emphasizes, both materials are highly unforgiving of errors: &#8220;A small mistake, a scratch, can lead to us having to scrap the component and starting over.&#8221; Longevity, resilience, and aesthetics are the ultimate goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, for their complex projects, they often require parts made from other materials, particularly metal and aluminum. This is where Glaskeil reached the limits of its own production capabilities:<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"author-info\">\r\n                            <h4 class=\"author-name\">Mathias R\u00f6ssel<\/h4>\r\n                            <p class=\"author-position\">Managing Director, Glaskeil<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p>Glass and plastic\u2014those are the strengths we specialize in. All other materials that exist, metal, aluminum, we cannot process with our machines; they are not designed for it.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<p>Especially when projects move quickly, the reliable procurement of these external materials becomes a challenge. Glaskeil sought a partner that could fill this gap and deliver the required precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"806\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil6-1440x806.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-169298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil6-1440x806.png 1440w, https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil6-480x269.png 480w, https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil6-768x430.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil6.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-speed-and-precision-through-the-right-partner\">Speed and Precision Through the Right Partner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Previous procurement processes for these external components were often characterized by a lack of reliability and overly long delivery times. With Xometry, Glaskeil has now found a manufacturing partner who eliminates these bottlenecks.<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"author-info\">\r\n                            <h4 class=\"author-name\">Mathias R\u00f6ssel<\/h4>\r\n                            <p class=\"author-position\">Managing Director, Glaskeil<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p>And that&#8217;s where we have experts on our side with Xometry.image<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<p>The parts manufactured by Xometry ensure the necessary precision, allowing Glaskeil&#8217;s final products to be manufactured safely, be long-lasting, and satisfy the customer. As professionals in surface finishing, the Glaskeil team pays close attention to the quality of the supplies: &#8220;When I see polished edges, I look at them, and if they&#8217;re well polished, I think that&#8217;s great.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-glaskeil-utilizes-xometry\">How Glaskeil Utilizes Xometry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ordering process via the Xometry platform is a clear advantage for Glaskeil, as it saves time and enables a quick reaction to short-term needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process is straightforward: The component is uploaded with a simple drag &amp; drop, the corresponding drawing is attached, and the material and quantity are selected. The quotation usually arrives within two days. Glaskeil also uses the option of <strong>Target Price Ordering<\/strong> to maintain high cost transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For critical deadlines, Glaskeil can rely on express shipping.<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"author-info\">\r\n                            <h4 class=\"author-name\">Mathias R\u00f6ssel<\/h4>\r\n                            <p class=\"author-position\">Managing Director, Glaskeil<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p>You can, of course, also choose express shipping, then you usually have milled parts that are truly high-precision manufactured within ten working days.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"806\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil3-1-1440x806.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-169396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil3-1-1440x806.png 1440w, https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil3-1-480x269.png 480w, https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil3-1-768x430.png 768w, https:\/\/xometry.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Glaskeil3-1.png 1589w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-daily-relief-and-focus-on-the-essentials\">Daily Relief and Focus on the Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the partnership with Xometry, Glaskeil has been able to resolve a significant bottleneck in parts procurement while ensuring the overall quality of its end products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This relief allows the team to focus on their actual strengths and the complex tasks of glass and plastic processing.<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-author-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"author-block\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"author-info\">\r\n                            <h4 class=\"author-name\">Mathias R\u00f6ssel<\/h4>\r\n                            <p class=\"author-position\">Managing Director, Glaskeil<\/p>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"border-color: #0E6AED;\">\r\n                    <p>Since we&#8217;ve been a customer of Xometry, we&#8217;ve had to worry less about the individual components. We can keep an eye on the bigger picture. We know that our individual components are running their course.<\/p>\n                <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<p>Xometry delivers the components flawlessly, enabling Glaskeil to quickly manufacture its products and successfully complete projects. 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