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Senior Quality Manager: Paritosh Gite In a move designed to...

New Quality Department Leadership

December 14, 2022

Relieve Pain Points in Honeycomb Fabrication: Improve Efficiency and Quality...

Improve Efficiency and Quality

November 8, 2021

MachineTek Receives AS9100 Rev.D Recertification

January 29, 2021

MachineTek was honored by Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) Delegation...

MachineTek receives Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) Delegation Program honor as a Delegated Partner

November 16, 2020

Crew-1 Mission SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon Spacecraft...

Crew-1 Mission SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket and Crew Dragon Spacecraft Launched

February 2, 2018

The certification signifies MachineTek LLC operates a Quality Management System...

MachineTek receives AS9100 Rev D certification

October 2, 2017

MachineTek receives NADCAP certification for Honeycomb Machining, Heat Forming, and...

MachineTek Receives NADCAP Certification

January 27, 2017

TIGHITCO, Inc., an industry leader in the design, fabrication, and...

Honeycomb Machining for the Gulfstream G-650

November 27, 2016

Carlsbad, California. November 2016. MachineTek, a leading fabricator of precision...

MachineTek Adds 6,000 sq. ft. of Production Space

September 27, 2016

We are currently working with Boeing on their new CST-100...

MachineTek Works with Boeing, supports NASA

MachineTek is now authorized to perform product inspection, acceptance and...

MachineTek becomes a Certified Supplier to United Technologies

Quality and efficacy are paramount in machining honeycomb components for aerospace applications. Each part that goes on the CNC requires precise material removal to achieve tight tolerances to meet stringent aerospace requirements. ✅📏

The significance of tool path optimization cannot be overstated. The tool path determines how the CNC machine moves the cutting tools across the honeycomb part, affecting both quality and efficiency. An optimized tool path can enhance manufacturing outcomes in several ways:

1️⃣ Improved Quality: By strategically planning the tool path, we can minimize tool deflection, vibration, and material tear-out, thereby reducing the risk of surface imperfections and dimensional inaccuracies. This translates to superior part quality, ensuring structural integrity and reliability.

2️⃣ Enhanced Efficiency: Optimized tool paths enable faster cutting speeds, reduced machining time, and improved material utilization. By reducing unnecessary tool movements, we can achieve shorter cycle times and maximize productivity without compromising on precision.

3️⃣ Extended Tool Life: The tool path optimization process takes into account factors like tool engagement, chip evacuation, and heat dissipation. By minimizing tool wear and tear, we can prolong the life of cutting tools, reducing production costs and downtime for tool changes.

With 30 years of honeycomb fabrication experience, MachineTek continues to advance our honeycomb and foam fabrication techniques. Let us help provide support for your honeycomb parts!

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Forming an aluminum honeycomb part using a roller requires a special process and technique to minimize common issues like disbonds, cell wall failure, scratches, surface depressions, and cell wall buckling.

At MachineTek LLC we have perfected the process over 30 years to reduce these common defects, ensuring a high-quality end part.

With the ability to handle honeycomb up to 80" in width, 3" thick, and any length, and the added benefit of adjustable non-circular curvature, our tools and process is the perfect choice for fabricating curved templates and fixture components.

Don't settle part that may pass inspection but a part that meets your specific requirements and tolerances.

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MachineTek has maintained ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:2016 certifications since 2012. These certifications are a testament to our commitment to providing the highest quality products and services to our customers.

ISO 9001:2015 is an international standard that outlines the requirements for a quality management system. It focuses on customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and the involvement of top management. This certification is recognized worldwide and demonstrates our dedication to meeting the needs and expectations of our customers.

AS9100:2016 is a standard specific to the aerospace industry. It builds upon the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and adds additional requirements that are critical to the aerospace industry, such as product safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. AS9100:2016 certification is required by many aerospace companies and demonstrates our ability to meet the stringent requirements of the aerospace industry.

By achieving these certifications, we are demonstrating our commitment to quality and continuous improvement. We have implemented processes and procedures to ensure that our products and services consistently meet or exceed customer expectations. We also continuously monitor and measure our performance to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary.

Our customers can be confident that when they work with us, they are working with a company that is committed to providing high-quality products and services. Our ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:2016 certifications give them the assurance that we have the systems in place to consistently deliver on our promises.

In addition to benefiting our customers, these certifications also benefit our employees. Our employees are trained on our quality management system and understand the importance of quality and continuous improvement. By following our established processes and procedures, our employees can ensure that they are consistently delivering high-quality products and services.

Our team has extensive expertise in machining, forming, rolling, splicing, and potting honeycomb structures. With our state-of-the-art equipment and skilled workforce, we are able to fabricate honeycomb structures with exceptional precision and quality.

At Machinetek, we take great pride in our ability to provide innovative solutions to our customer's most challenging problems. Our honeycomb fabrication capabilities help our customers succeed.

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Exciting things are happening here at MachineTek! ☀️🚀

Sun is shining down as we continue to lead honeycomb fabrication in the aerospace industry for over 30 years.

Our team is hard at work every day manufacturing honeycomb structures that are used in a wide range of applications. From aircraft to satellites, we're proud to be a part of the incredible advancements being made in space, defense, technology, and transportation.

But it's not all work and no play here at MachineTek. Our team is full of talented and passionate individuals who love what they do, and we make sure to have a little fun along the way too.

Get in touch with us today to learn more!

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We have been machining honeycomb in both flat and formed states for over thirty years. Our team of expert technicians and engineers has been hard at work continually developing the most advanced machining techniques to ensure that every honeycomb part we produce meets the highest standards of quality.

If you're looking for a partner that can deliver the highest quality honeycomb parts for your next program, look no further than MachineTek.

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In the aerospace industry, we know firsthand the importance of clear communication and internal transparency within our team. With the complex parts being manufactured for aerospace programs, it's critical that everyone is on the same page and aware of what's happening at every stage of the process.

Effective team communication ensures that everyone is working towards the same goals and that any issues or challenges can be addressed quickly and efficiently.

At MachineTek by prioritizing team communication and internal transparency, we can ensure that we are working towards our goal of manufacturing quality parts for our customers in the most effective way.

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Keeping tools in the same spot may seem like a small detail, but over time it makes an immense difference in efficiency and safety. By maintaining a consistent tool organization system, companies can reduce the risk of misplaced or lost tools, prevent delays in work, and ultimately improve productivity.

At MachineTek we are committed to keeping our workspace organized and our tools in their designated spots. Trust us, it's worth the effort!

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Thirty years of honeycomb fabrication in the aerospace and aviation industry. We have achieved qualifications and quality approvals from most Tier 1 and 2 U.S. aerospace companies. Let us support your next program.

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Our Wisconsin Oven is a reliable and efficient method for drying, forming, splicing, and potting honeycomb core. The oven’s Allen Bradley computer control allows for programmed heat cycles. Thermocouple connections enable precise monitoring of temperatures on and within heating fixtures and parts. Vacuum connections allow vacuum-bagged parts to maintain vacuum throughout the oven cycle. Network connectivity allows capturing multiple channels of data (thermocouples, vacuum transducers, and other parameters) for real-time and historical analysis and to provide finished part documentation.

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🚀 Inspection plays a crucial role in identifying defects or inconsistencies that could compromise the performance of parts.

At MachineTek, all parts are held to strict internal honeycomb core details inspection criteria (unless an alternate specification is provided by the customer).

As the aerospace industry continues to grow, inspection remains a critical process for ensuring safety and reliability.

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With 30 years of experience in honeycomb fabrication, we know the value of having the right tools. However, we've learned over the years that it is not just about the equipment. It's the knowledge and expertise on how to optimize them for quality.

That is why we continue to invest in our team and their skills, ensuring they have the understanding and ability to utilize our tools.

It's the combination of the right equipment and skilled technicians that allows us to consistently deliver quality results for our customers.

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Success is not just about an individual hard work, it's about working together as a team! 💪

Behind every successful company are departments that work cohesively to achieve their goals.

Here is our Quality Team. While they look and take their job serious, they know how to have a good time while remaining dedicated to continuous quality and process improvement.

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Quality is critical.

Ensuring parts are manufactured in accordance with industry regulations, standards, and specifications helps to maintain the integrity of the aircrafts and spacecrafts.

MachineTek is ISO 9001: AS9100 Rev. D certified and is regularly audited by outside parties to confirm performance to this standard. All MachineTek personnel are responsible for the attainment and maintenance of our quality standard.

#quality #aerospacemanufacturing #inspection #as9100 #nadcap #iso9001 #aviation #honeycomb

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