Metal Processing & Heat Treatment covers the thermal, joining, and surface-modification processes applied to aerospace metallic structures and components, including solution treatment, annealing, and stress relieving to specification (AMS, NADCAP), alongside arc, TIG, and laser welding, plasma and flame spraying, vacuum sputtering, shot peening for fatigue enhancement, and tube bending to tight tolerances.
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| Quintus Technologies (Sweden) | Quintus Technologies is a global leading provider of high pressure fluid cell presses and hydroform deep-draw presses for sheet metal forming | www.quintustechnologies.com |
Metal Processing & Heat Treatment suppliers linked to most aircraft programs in our database.
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Sectors serving Metal Processing & Heat Treatment companies:
Metals •
Chemicals •
Tooling •
Process & Finishing Equipment •
Tools •
Lubricants •
Machining & Metal Removal •
Electrical Power Systems •
Non-metal Materials •
Coatings •
Adhesives •
Facilities Services

Metal Processing & Heat Treatment

Sectors purchasing from Metal Processing & Heat Treatment companies:
Structural Components •
Engine Rotating & Gas-Path Parts •
Airframer •
Turbine Engines •
Metals •
Engine Structure & Casings •
Forming Processes •
Airframe Assemblies •
Landing Assemblies •
Power Transmission •
Bearings •
Manufacturing Services •
Fasteners •
Rotors & Propellers