Advanced Alloys used in Aerospace Manufacturing
Aerospace components must withstand harsh conditions and extreme force, which is why in aerospace manufacturing it often requires using advanced alloys. Many exotic alloys have properties that are different than traditional metals. Some are simple variations with aluminum, chromium and nickel, which are still relatively easy to machine. However, others blend elements of titanium, molybdenum, cobalt, tungsten and zirconium that increase their strength, are heat or corrosion resistance, and result in alloys that can be extremely difficult to machine.
These exotic alloys are required for some of the most crucial component with very tight tolerances, like fuel systems and rocket nozzles. The skill required to produce these parts can be difficult to source even in the aerospace manufacturing ecosphere. The machines and tooling required to produce them are often expensive. Most of these types of parts are generally produced in low volumes. This can be a real opportunity for contract manufacturers with specific skills and experience performing this type of work.
Intrex Aerospace is one such aerospace supplier, offering high-quality, precision aerospace products. Our company is AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified, and ITAR registered. They have extensive experience producing high-mix, low-volume components in difficult to machine components. Intrex’s has a staff of experienced, skilled aerospace manufacturing professionals. They have state-of-the0art CNC machine tools and the manufacturing experience needed to produce components complex tight tolerance parts. They utilize modern manufacturing methods like Six Sigma and Lean practices, and also utilize advanced demand management techniques. This enables Intrex to optimize manufacturing effeciencies while controlling manufacturing costs.
For more information on Intrex’s aerospace manufacturing services, contact us today.
