Aerospace Machining

WHAT IS AEROSPACE MACHINING?

Aerospace machining is an integral part of the assembly process for all aerospace products. Many parts that are not machined entirely from the raw material have at least some machining done on them to achieve their tight tolerance properties. Many aerospace contracts require delivery of vastly complex projects within tight deadlines. Large-scale projects such as missile launch systems or spacecraft require tens of thousands of individual parts and hundreds of workers to build these systems. Precision machining ensures that the parts fit together flawlessly.

Having an accurate machining process when dealing with any aerospace deliverable is key for a company to deliver quality products on time. Frequently, multiple fixtures are employed to support thin, lightweight structures that may not hold their shape when subjected to machining forces. These fixtures must be designed, manufactured and proven prior to component production. The entire machining process is mapped out before production begins, and timelines and milestones are established throughout the production process, both of which are paramount to the success of the product and the company.

Often aerospace components are made of exotic materials that may be lighter, stronger or harder than conventional materials, or resistant to extreme temperatures and thermal cycling. Superalloys such as Inconel, Hastalloy and Titanium Alloys are often employed, as are single crystal or uniaxial castings of various alloys, as well as a variety of composite materials, which can include carbon fibre and ceramic materials. All present their own machining challenges.

The organic shapes often employed due to the high-speed flow of air and fluids make CNC machining necessary for the manufacture of aerospace components, and also require sophistication in inspection equipment and techniques where conventional metrology may not adequately describe and verify surfaces of complex geometrical nature.

AEROSPACE CNC MACHINING IN KESU.

Precision and accuracy are the tools of the trade in the aerospace industry. At Kesu Hardware, we pride ourselves on our daily commitment to pushing the envelope of machining for the aerospace industry. Our highly skilled machinists work tirelessly to deliver high-quality products to your company.

We continue to reinvest in the latest machining technologies to ensure that our company continues to prosper and deliver reliable products. If you or your company would like to learn more about aerospace machining at Kesu Hardware, or any other of our services, contact us for a consultation today!