Have you ever wondered what goes into making the Quik Rack Mach2 bike rack? What seems like a simple product is actually the result of a lengthy, detail-driven process. In this post, we’ll walk through the key steps that bring a Mach2 from its initial components to your doorstep—and why that effort matters.
Shaping the Metal
It all starts with aluminum, which is heated and pushed through a custom-shaped mold (called a die). This creates long, uniform pieces—kind of like squeezing pasta into specific shapes. These custom extrusions are made in Utah and then shipped to the QuikrStuff factory in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Cutting to Size
Once the extrusions arrive, we cut the long pieces into shorter sections that match the sizes needed for each part of the rack.
Precision Machining
Each cut piece is placed into a CNC machine (a computer-controlled tool) that precisely shapes and drills it into its final form.
Smoothing the Parts
After machining, the parts go into a tumbler—a machine that gently smooths out rough edges and gives the surface a clean, even finish.
Adding a Protective Finish
The parts are then sent out for anodizing, a process that adds color and creates a tough, corrosion-resistant surface. We’re fortunate that Precision Metal Finishing is right down the street from the QuikrStuff factory.
Preparing for Assembly
Once the finished parts return, they’re sorted and stocked, ready to be assembled.
Building the Rack
Our technicians put together smaller sections (sub-assemblies), which are then combined to create the complete bike rack.
Packaging and Shipping
Finally, the finished rack is carefully packaged and shipped out, arriving on your doorstep just a few days later.
