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Optimize operational flow from the base components to the finished stages with EDM precision. Thanks to the versatility of Electrical Discharge Machining, our specialty machine shop in Montgomery County, PA can create incredibly complex and precise components without compromising on cost, efficiency, or design. Serving diverse industries, from energy extraction to the semiconductor industry and… Continue reading EDM Services To Improve Your Daily Process

When truly flat surfaces are vital to component performance, a lapping machine offers a defect-free solution for many design variations. Unlike other grinding and milling solutions that are less precise, lapping machines utilize an abrasive solution called slurry to accurately smooth an object or create a new shape.  Capable of achieving absolute parallelism of less… Continue reading 3 Industries That Benefit From A Lapping Machine

Few other devices demand the heightened level of precision as semiconductors do. Every component must coordinate harmoniously; from the properly-aligned resistors to the tightest of diode tolerances, a single poorly-designed component can render the entire device useless.  Any machine shop tasked with semiconductor machining must be able to manipulate a wide range of material types,… Continue reading Importance of Understanding the Needs of The Semiconductor Industry

Aerospace machining specialists are responsible for creating, repairing, and finishing components for a range of high-precision projects. Ranging from aviation navigation mechanisms to components for satellites and space shuttles, a qualified aerospace machining specialist must be able to produce flawless final products with verifiable precision.  Since a single flaw in highly-complex components can lead to… Continue reading What Are Aerospace Machining Specialists?

Benefits of Having Access to 5 Capabilities Under One Roof Access to more component types, smoother surface finishes, and even component preservation services are possible with a well-equipped machine shop. Having access to a diversity of high-precision equipment also ensures that all components produced are consistent, thanks to the repeatable programmability of modern machining equipment.… Continue reading Benefits of Having Access to 5 Capabilities Under One Roof

5 Things to Know About the Inner Workings of the Ram EDM When the precision details matter, the versatility of Ram EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) opens the door to hyper-accurate component design. Also known as spark machining or spark erosion, this incredibly accurate process uses the power of electrical discharges to shape metal parts. Unlike… Continue reading 5 Things to Know About the Inner Workings of the Ram EDM

The Benefits of CNC Turning and CNC Swiss Turning For the utmost precision, many machinists turn to CNC turning and CNC Swiss turning. The option you choose will depend on the level of detail you need in your parts. Both offer excellent benefits and many features. We are going to explore what each can do… Continue reading The Benefits of CNC Turning and CNC Swiss Turning

CNC machining and precision equipment development go hand-in-hand. Professionally machined components eliminate human error, which is essential when an imperfection as small as a thousandth of an inch can cause a catastrophic machine failure. When the details matter, as they do in the world of Aerospace engineering and manufacturing, only qualified professionals that have demonstrated… Continue reading Reasons Aerospace Companies Need CNC Machining Professionals

Reasons Why National Defense Companies Need Localized Precision CNC Machining Details matter when dealing with government defense contracts. From the integrity of the raw materials used, to the affordability and capabilities of the shops, there’s no room for error when it comes to quality-controlled CNC machining. Since critical machined parts are involved in final applications… Continue reading Reasons Why National Defense Companies Need Localized Precision CNC Machining

Guide to DFARS and its Effect on Producing High Precision Machined Components The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) is a series of regulations imposed by the Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure that external contractors and component suppliers maintain standardized procurement and production processes. As this directly affects machining specialists that produce components for… Continue reading Guide to DFARS and its Effect on Producing High Precision Machined Components