CNC Machining for the Aerospace and Defense Industry
In the aerospace and defense industry, lives are at stake. That’s why manufacturers in this sector are under immense pressure to produce reliable aircraft, armored vehicles and communication systems. Computer-programmed machinery can help aerospace manufacturers ensure optimal quality since CNC machines yield precise, repeatable results. Trevisan Machine Tool is a proud spacecraft, warship and aircraft CNC machining supplier, providing this sector with advanced computerized solutions that streamline and enhance their production processes.
Aerospace and Defense Machining Solutions
Trevisan Machine Tool has a selection of high-performance CNC machines ranging from horizontal machining centers to vertical turning lines. Many aerospace and defense companies deal with tight tolerances and large parts with complex features. These companies often use a vertical turning lathe (VTL), which requires multiple setups and takes some time to secure the workpiece. Additionally, machining these large parts on a VTL is very dangerous.
With a Trevisan horizontal machining center, we are able to keep the part stationary and use our integrated facing head to turn each feature, giving the end user a much safer, more accurate and less costly solution. When aerospace and defense manufacturers incorporate our CNC machining centers into their production process, they can expect a wealth of benefits, including:
- Repeatable processes: With computerized commands, you can repeat the same actions across numerous workpieces to streamline high-volume production.
- Enhanced quality: You can count on exceptional quality since CNC technology can manage tight tolerances and precise dimensions.
- Less waste: Increased precision and accuracy result in fewer product defects, saving time and material.
Common Machining Uses
The aerospace and defense sector needs thousands of heavy-duty components, large and small, to produce vehicles, communication systems and aircraft. Many of these components must be made within tight tolerances to withstand harsh environments, including exposure to extreme temperatures, contaminants and different atmospheric pressures. Manufacturers can use CNC machining to cut and shape a wide array of parts, such as:
Naval Machine Components
Large naval ships need high-power propulsion systems to keep them moving. These systems include numerous components, including propellers, shafts, bearings and sealing equipment. These components have to be waterproof to protect the ship’s engine. There is no room for error when manufacturing these parts, which makes the unmatched reliability and stability of Trevisan’s horizontal machining center extremely valuable in this application. You can trust these systems to ensure accurate propeller propulsion machining.
Valves
Both big and small valve designs have tight tolerances, and the slightest defect could compromise the entire mechanism’s safety and efficiency, whether inside an aircraft or ship engine. With their exceptional capacity for precision, CNC machining centers are excellent for cutting, shaping and drilling these components.
Gearbox Housings
Gearboxes used in warships, armored vehicles and aircraft require specialized housings to protect the gear mechanisms from water, sand and other harmful elements. CNC technology is a valuable asset in gearbox housing machining.
Get in Touch to Learn More About Our Aerospace Machining Centers
You can trust Trevisan Machine Tool as your defense and aerospace CNC machining supplier. We can provide the ideal machine to suit your manufacturing needs. Give us a call at 860-431-2907 or fill out an online form to learn more about our CNC machining centers!