The military and defense industry relies on a wide range of mission-critical equipment to complete day-to-day operations. This equipment typically incorporates various complex components that must meet strict military standards for reliable performance in harsh conditions. At Pro-Type, our precise CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication services enable us to deliver highly accurate products and parts that meet the stringent quality standards of the military and defense industry.

We also understand that certification and security is of the utmost importance to our defense customers, so we maintain compliance with ITAR, NIST 800-171, and ISO 9001.

CNC Machining Services and Capabilities for Military and Defense

CNC machining is a fabrication method that produces a wide range of metal parts with high dimensional accuracy. Using top-of-the-line CNC lathes and mills, Pro-Type can deliver precise military parts using the following CNC machining methods:

When fabricating military and defense components, it’s important to use materials that can deliver the required performance characteristics. Common materials used to machine military parts include:

• Stainless Steel
• Carbon Steel
• Aluminum
• Titanium

At Pro-Type, our 5-axis machining capabilities allow us to produce highly precise parts with complex geometries from various high-quality metals. We understand the industry’s strict quality standards, and we can provide verification for form, fit, and function to ensure optimal safety and prevent unwanted casualties.

Sheet Metal Fabrication and Capabilities for Military & Defense

Depending on the needs of the application, sheet metal fabrication processes can be combined to create more complex components.

At Pro-Type, we work with various materials, including aluminum, steel, copper, stainless steel, and more, to create quality military components using the following sheet metal fabrication techniques:

• Forming
• Laser Cutting
• Punching and Stamping
• Rolling
• Shearing

Pro-Type boasts a large variety of metalworking equipment to fulfill a variety of customer needs. This equipment includes:

• For forming: 4’-10’ CNC Press Brakes
• For laser cutting: CO2 and fiber laser cutters
• For punching and stamping: 33-Ton electric turret punch
• For rolling: 5-foot roller
• For shearing: 10-foot shear

With our state-of-the-art machinery, we can accommodate the most stringent industry requirements. Our laser cutting equipment combines speed and accuracy with flexibility, allowing us to provide unique complex contours in materials ranging from 0.01’’ to 1’’ thick. When punching, our electric turret punch machines are equipped with in-turret forming units, enabling us to create CNC Machining & Sheet Metal Fabrication Services for the Military & Defense Industry.

How Can Pro-Type Help?

With quality and efficiency at the forefront, Pro-Type can offer CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication services to create high-quality and precise products for the military and defense industry. With decades of experience, we have the necessary knowledge to deliver compliant parts and components that can hold up in the field.

For more information about our machining and metal fabrication services for the military and defense industry, contact us today.