Military & Defense
Aluminum Casting and Machining for the Armed Services
LeClaire Manufacturing is an American-owned aluminum foundry located in the heartland of the Midwest. Our expertise in machining of military parts for the aerospace and defense industry is a critical component of the defense supply chain. That is because we manufacture parts and assemblies with engineered precision.
Precision Military Parts
Typical Defense and Aerospace Applications
LeClaire is prepared to handle defense-related projects that require adherence to the most exacting machining standards, such as:
- Tanker pumps.
- Missile components.
- Naval vessel component.
- Munitions hoist components.
Answering the Call of Duty
A Variety of Aluminum Casting and Machining Techniques for Defense Applications
We meticulously select our casting techniques to meet our defense customers’ exacting specifications and tolerances as well as material characteristic requirements. For instance, green sand casting, permanent mold casting, and CNC machining are among our most frequently used manufacturing techniques.
We focus on precision to meet military needs:
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- Military prototypes to production – We produce fully functional prototype castings for defense contractors. These are ideal for presentation to stakeholders as well as allowing easy transition into production.
- Precision-machining options – The exceptional precision of CNC machining compliant with ITAR controls.
- Standards compliance – We take pride in meeting documentation and certification requirements.
Advantages of Cast Aluminum for Military Applications
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- Lightweight for optimal mobility.
- Corrosion-resistant in order to be used in marine or high-humidity environments.
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