ITAR Registration: A Critical Necessity for Aerospace and Defense Manufacturers

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International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is a set of regulations that govern the export, import, and brokering of defense-related articles, services, and technologies in the United States. ITAR registration is essential for aerospace and defense manufacturers that deal with sensitive materials and technologies. Let’s explore the concept of ITAR registration, its significance, and the […]

5 Proven Benefits of In-House Custom Tooling & Fixtures

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Many mission-critical components require custom tooling or fixtures, such as dies, jigs, and casting molds, to ensure they’re as precise as possible. However, some manufacturers cannot produce custom tooling and fixtures in-house. In this post, we’ll explain why in-house tooling and fixturing are essential for achieving the precision and cost-effectiveness you require. Whether using vertical […]

5 Cutting-Edge Techniques For Safe And Effective Orthopedic Medical Devices

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Orthopedic medical devices are vital for improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from bone or joint-related injuries or conditions. These increasingly complex devices, which include artificial joints, screws, and plates, must be manufactured with extreme precision to ensure their safety and effectiveness. To achieve an exceptionally high level of precision, we deploy a […]

An Engineer’s Guide to Resolving Manufacturing Feasibility Uncertainties

Unchecked manufacturing feasibility uncertainties can throw a mission-critical manufacturing project off course, increasing the risks of project delays, unexpected costs, and late time to market. However, when your engineering design process includes protocols intended to reduce uncertainties before proceeding to full production, your machining and grinding projects have a much greater chance of success.   This […]

The Importance of Rapid Prototyping for Expediting Your Time to Market

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No matter which industry you’re in, from aerospace and medtech to high-tech and space exploration, the pressure to bring your innovation to market the fastest is red hot. Entering a new market time- and cost-efficiently often puts you at a competitive advantage and helps seed your position as an industry leader, making speed a chief […]

How to Prevent Unexpected Manufacturing R&D Costs

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The research and development (R&D) process for manufacturing mission-critical aerospace, medtech, defense, high-tech, or space exploration components can be costlier than expected without the right resources and strategy. This post will outline several ways to prevent expensive delays and redesigns in the R&D phase to keep your project on track and within budget, including:   Engage […]

5 Cost- & Time-Saving Benefits of Manufacturing Engineering Consulting

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Your design team has put the finishing touches on your aerospace, medical, defense, or high-tech component, and you’ve received the green light to initiate the component manufacturing process. But before you dive into production, manufacturing engineering consulting is critical for optimizing the design and assembly of your centerless grinding or precision machining project. In this […]

How to Navigate Defense Manufacturing Project Challenges

Do your manufacturing challenges have you feeling like you're facing an unsurmountable climb? These six tips can help.

When managing a manufacturing project in any industry, challenges are unwelcome visitors that can put a damper on your schedule and budget. But, when you’re managing a manufacturing project for the defense industry, there’s a lot more at stake. With so much riding on the line, the pressure’s on to get it right.  In a […]

The Antidote to the Problem of Manufacturing Tiny Defense Parts

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As defense components become smaller and more intricate, manufacturing challenges are on the rise. Without an effective production strategy, complex assembly configurations can trigger project delays and increased costs with a cascading effect downstream. If your tiny parts are causing big problems on the production floor, we’d like to introduce you to the antidote that […]

What to Consider When Evaluating a Space Component Manufacturer

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The space manufacturing field is skyrocketing as parts continually elevate in complexity and precision with the persistent emergence of new technologies. It’s no wonder, then, that sourcing a new space manufacturer is becoming increasingly crucial to the future of space exploration. The right partner will have what it takes to produce your ultra-precision components with […]