Choosing A Vertically Integrated Aerospace Manufacturer
Many aerospace components require the machining of with complex geometries and tight tolerances. Because of the high levels of complexity of the part shapes and requisite support documentation, the supplier needs to have a verically integrated system. The advantage of vertical integration is it reduces the amount of effort needed to manage the various support services during the production process. It simplifies communication and reporting, while providing a higher level of oversight with less effort. The net result gained by these efficiencies are better communication, faster response and reduced costs.
Gaining Efficiencies
How you gain efficiencies working with a vertically integrated aerospace manufacturer is by reducing the number of transactions. Each transaction has an associated cost and if you can eliminate the number of transactions needed in all phases of the supply chain interaction, cost reduction becomes measurable and “real”. By having one source that handles all phases of the manufacturing process from raw material acquistion – to machining – to special processing – to documentation and shipment, you have greatly reduced the number of interactions needed, and taken cost out of the procurment process.
Internal savings can also be achieved by the customer, by reducing transaction costs associated with finding and managing multiple vendors and multiple contracts. Working with a vertically integrated aerospace manufacturer streamlines communication and turnaround times. Vertically integrated manufacturers can also assist in coordinating transportation. Vertically integrated contract aerospace manufacturing companies usually have powerful ERP/MRP systems.
Intrex Aerospace through their Demmer Affiliate group can offer a high level of vertically integrated manufacturing. Demmer Corporation, a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer, has extensive experience helping companies save both time and money with our program management services. In addition to precision CNC machining services, CNC stamping and forming, we’re able to coordinate metal treatments, chemical treatments, painting, coating, kitting and assembly. We’re ISO 9001 certified, as are all Demmer Affiliates, so you can always trust our company to maintain the highest quality standards throughout every step of production. Once again, consider choosing a vertically integrated aerospace manufacturer, you will be well served.
For more information on how you can save time and money by choosing Intrex Aerospace as your manufacturer, or on our many production capabilities, contact us today.
