X-37B Shaping the Future of the U.S. Space Force
More than a decade ago, MachineTek produced the honeycomb core components for the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle.
Pilot to the Core
When Kevin Darroch co-founded MachineTek in 1992, he saw an opportunity to meet growing demand for fabricated honeycomb and foam core components.
CompositeWorld CAMX Showcase
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gc4PEH6v9QU CompositesWorld stopped by the MachineTek LLC booth at CAMX – The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo this past tradeshow to interview Founder and President, Kevin Darroch. Learn More
CAMX 2024: San Diego
We’re pleased to announce that MachineTek will be exhibiting at CAMX 2024 – North America’s largest, most comprehensive composites and advanced materials event. 📅 Event Dates: September 9-12, 2024 📍 Location: San Diego Convention Center 📌 Booth Number: J19 Join us at Booth #J19 to explore your latest honeycomb and foam fabrication innovation and solution. […]
2024 Forecast: Remarkable Industry Growth
As a leading fabricator of honeycomb and foam core components, MachineTek is deeply attuned to the pivotal role composites play in aerospace manufacturing. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by a recent article from Persistence Market Research, which emphasizes the significance of composites in the aerospace industry. According to the article, the aerospace composite market […]
MachineTek Achieves NADCAP and AS9100 Recertification
MachineTek, a leading provider of honeycomb and foam core fabrication services , is proud to announce the successful achievement of NADCAP and AS9100 recertification. This recertification underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to uphold the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance in the aerospace industry. The recertification process involves a comprehensive audit conducted by independent […]
Improve Efficiency and Quality
Relieve Pain Points in Honeycomb and Foam Fabrication: Improve Efficiency and Quality As the aerospace sector experiences growth, increased demand for composite structures incorporating honeycomb and foam core has created pain points for composite manufacturers. While honeycomb and foam core fabrication may initially appear simple, the reality is this unique process requires specialized tooling, fixtures, […]
MachineTek Receives AS9100 Rev.D Recertification
MachineTek receives Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) Delegation Program honor as a Delegated Partner
MachineTek was honored by Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) Delegation Program as a Delegated Partner empowering us to act on behalf of NGAS in conducting final acceptance of our precision fabricated honeycomb. CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA – January 29, 2021 MachineTek LLC (Carlsbad, Ca. USA) is among the designated suppliers from the United States that was honored […]
Crew-1 Mission SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket and Crew Dragon Spacecraft Launched
Crew-1 Mission SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon Spacecraft successfully launched with MachineTek structural honeycomb components CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA – November 16, 2020 MachineTek LLC (Carlsbad, Ca. USA) MachineTek is a proud supplier to the Crew-1 mission successful launch to the International Space Station on November 16, 2020, with NASA astronauts Michael Hopkins, Victor Glover […]
