The Fundamentals of Achieving Super Thin Wall Thicknesses on Tiny Parts

tiny part on fingertip for scale. KMM uses processes like hybrid CNC grinding to manufacture components like this

Many component manufacturers deploy a CNC centerless technique when tasked with grinding tiny parts with super thin wall thicknesses. However, they can inadvertently crush them without the right grinding approach, triggering catastrophic results that drive up costs and timelines. So, the question becomes: How can super thin walls be achieved without compromising tiny parts?  To […]

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 […]

How We Pulled Off a Near-Impossible Aerospace Manufacturing Feat

Blue Hornets planes flying in formation

We were instantly intrigued when our high-end motor manufacturing customer asked us to produce components for highly confidential defense motors. First, they explained that the tightly controlled tolerances prevented them from manufacturing these aeronautic parts in-house. Then, they revealed that more than 60 other component manufacturers had either refused or tried and failed to produce […]

5 Aerospace Component Manufacturing Challenges – and How to Solve Them

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The aerospace component manufacturing process can present obstacles that delay progress and increase costs. In this article, we’ll cover the five of the most common challenges and outline helpful solutions to help you overcome them: Tight tolerancing R&D uncertainties Difficult materials Complex designs Missing tooling/drawings   Continue reading to learn more about solving these common […]

Revolutionary Innovation In Centerless Grinding Is The Future Of MedTech Devices

orthopedic surgical tools made with centerless grinding

The medtech industry continually develops cutting-edge solutions to save lives and improve health. The minimally invasive surgical device market is a growing medtech sector projected to reach $28.9 billion globally by 2026, thanks to the rising demand for innovative therapies to address healthcare needs safely and effectively.  This demand has spurred increasing investments in the […]