TOOLING
Precision Tooling for Demanding Aerospace Applications
Value Tool & Engineering specializes in the design, manufacture, repair and calibration of precision tooling for aerospace, aviation and other demanding applications. So our machining capabilities allow us to manufacture aerospace and aviation custom tooling and complex components from a wide range of materials. For example, aluminum, stainless steels, tool steels, Inconel, Haynes 188, Waspaloy, and other high-temperature alloys.
From one-off tooling and fixtures to repeat production requirements, our experienced team combines advanced machining technology with decades of industry knowledge to deliver accurate, dependable solutions built to meet demanding specifications.
Lathes
Our CNC and manual lathe capabilities provide precision turning for tooling components, fixtures, shafts, bushings, adapters, and other rotational parts. We machine a wide range of materials and can accommodate both prototype and production requirements. Therefore, our turning capabilities are well suited for applications requiring tight dimensional control, repeatability, and reliable performance in demanding aerospace environments.
Capabilities include:
- CNC and manual turning
- Precision shafts, bushings, pins, and adapters
- Custom tooling components
- Prototype and production machining
- Machining of aluminum, steels, stainless steels, and high-temperature alloys
- Repair and modification of existing components
Mills
Our 4- and 5-axis CNC milling capabilities allow us to manufacture complex tooling, fixtures, components, and assemblies with precise multi-surface machining. Advanced milling technology enables us to produce intricate geometries while maintaining the accuracy and repeatability required for aerospace and aviation custom tooling applications. So whether we’re producing a single custom fixture or a larger production run, our milling capabilities provide a flexible solution for complex machining requirements.
Capabilities include:
- 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling
- Complex and multi-surface machining
- Custom fixtures and tooling
- Precision component manufacturing
- Prototype and production machining
- Machining from castings, forgings, and raw materials
- Tight-tolerance aerospace components
EDM
Wire EDM provides precision machining for intricate profiles, tight-tolerance features, and geometries that can be difficult or impractical to produce using conventional machining methods. Our Wire EDM capability complements our milling and turning operations, allowing us to manufacture specialized tooling and components with complex profiles and demanding dimensional requirements.
Capabilities include:
- Wire EDM machining
- Complex profiles and intricate geometries
- Tight-tolerance features
- Precision tooling components
- Custom fixtures and aerospace tooling
- Complementary machining for difficult-to-machine features
Built for Precision. Engineered for Performance.
From conventional turning to advanced 5-axis milling and precision Wire EDM, Value Tool & Engineering provides the machining capabilities necessary to manufacture high-quality tooling for demanding aerospace and aviation applications. So whether you need a custom tool, fixture, replacement component, or complex precision-machined assembly, our team can help take your project from requirements to finished product.
Feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable staff – we are always available to answer your questions or address any concerns you may have.
More Than Aerospace
While we have experience supporting demanding aerospace applications, our capabilities extend far beyond the aerospace industry. So we work with customers across industrial manufacturing, automation, automotive, defense, energy, tooling, research and development, and general manufacturing.
Every project presents a different challenge. Our goal is to understand what you need the part to accomplish and determine the right machining approach to produce it accurately, efficiently, and reliably. Have a part in mind? Let’s turn your concept into a precision-machined component. Contact us.
