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PCX Aerostructures, LLC invests in expanding precision metal machining capacity

29/03/2016

Press releaseIssued by Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington (was PCX Aerosystems) and published as received — not written by Airframer’s editors.

Cam-Tech Manufacturing, a division of PCX Aerostructures, LLC, has successfully completed installation of a new state-of-the-art machining center allowing for expanded production of high quality, large format aircraft parts at their Texas facility.

The new T1 Makino 5-Axis machining center allows for added versatility and continued efficiencies, yielding innovative processing of hard alloy components for a variety of aerospace platforms. Boasting a capability envelope of 59" x 51" x 78," the latest capital investment from PCX Aerostructures lends additional strength to their progressive range of capabilities.

"We are excited about this new addition to our PCX operations and have configured the machining center for lights out operation, delivering high precision machining of hard alloys at a very competitive price," said Alan L. Haase, President and CEO of PCX Aerostructures.

As a leader in complex fabrications and precision machining, this latest addition supports the demanding requirements of the aerospace industry, allowing for enhanced accuracy, reduced cycle times and extensive automation features when machining large structures. The addition of this unique equipment aligns with PCX's goal of continued growth and expansion to support the growing aerospace industry.