Machine Tek LLC: Premier Precision Honeycomb Fabrication for Aerospace
Core Services & Expertise
Machine Tek LLC stands as the premier independent core fabrication company in the United States, with a 30-year legacy of engineering excellence in honeycomb and foam core fabrication. Founded in 1992 in Carlsbad, California, the company has established itself as an industry leader through unwavering commitment to precision, quality, and innovative processes that meet the exacting demands of aerospace manufacturing.
Their specialized capabilities include 5-axis CNC profiling, heat forming, edge bonding, potting, and custom fabrication services that transform raw materials into sophisticated core components for leading aerospace manufacturers.
Geographic Reach & Capabilities
From their headquarters in northern San Diego County, Machine Tek serves a national client base of aerospace and defense contractors with state-of-the-art fabrication solutions.
Their 10,000 sq. ft. facility houses advanced equipment including twin-table 5-axis CNC profiling routers capable of accommodating parts up to 5×10 feet, specialized honeycomb expansion equipment, and large automated roll-forming machines for engine nacelle and rocket body components.
This comprehensive production capability allows Machine Tek to support projects of any scale, from prototype development to high-volume production runs for major aerospace programs throughout North America.
Industry Credentials & Partnerships
Machine Tek’s commitment to excellence is validated through its impressive credential portfolio: AS9100 certification, NADCAP accreditation for Honeycomb Machining, Heat Forming, and Core Splicing, and ITAR registration.
These qualifications, coupled with numerous customer approvals, have earned Machine Tek trusted partnerships with industry giants including Boeing, SpaceX, Honeywell, Pratt & Whitney, GE, Lockheed Martin, and numerous other aerospace leaders.
The company’s status as a Delegated Quality Representative for United Technologies Corporation further demonstrates their exceptional quality standards, having shipped over 12,000 parts without a single non-conformance.
Client Benefits & Advantages
- Specialized 5-axis CNC profiling for complex geometries
- Heat forming capabilities for curved honeycomb structures
- Rapid in-house fixture design and fabrication for quick turnarounds
- Expert processing of aluminum, Nomex®, Kevlar®, and composite materials
- Secondary services including potting, edge splicing, and bonding
- Coordinate measuring verification for complex components
- Value-engineered solutions for cost-effective manufacturing
Core Capabilities
1. Precision Machining
- Materials Expertise: Titanium, Inconel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
- Complex Geometries: Impellers, manifolds, actuator components
- High-Volume Production: Up to 50,000 units/month
2. Value-Added Services
- Heat Treating (in-house vacuum furnace)
- Non-Destructive Testing (PT, MT, UT)
- Surface Treatments (Anodizing, Passivation, Plating)
- Kitting & Assembly
3. Engineering Support
- DFM (Design for Manufacturing) analysis
- Prototyping & First-Article Inspection
- Supply Chain Management
Machine Tek’s approach combines cutting-edge technology with three decades of specialized expertise to deliver exceptional honeycomb core components. Their commitment to uncompromising integrity, quality, and responsive customer service has made them the preferred partner for the industry’s most demanding applications.
For aerospace manufacturers seeking to streamline operations with high-quality honeycomb components while maintaining competitive costs, Machine Tek delivers proven solutions with industry-leading expertise.
Contact Information
Location: 1985 Palomar Oaks Way, Carlsbad, CA 92011-1307, US
Phone: 760 438 6644
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.machinetek.com/
