Every October, Manufacturing Month gives companies across the U.S. a chance to recognize the people, processes, and innovations that power American industry. For Ken-tron, it is also an opportunity to celebrate the customers who trust us with their most demanding applications, from consumer products to medical devices to defense and aerospace technologies.
Last month,working with Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation edc.owensboro.com in honor of Manufacturing Month, we created a short video to highlight our team, our capabilities, and the diverse industries that rely on precision-made wire forms and metal stampings. We are excited to share that video in this post, and to also take a deeper look at one of the most critical industries we support: aerospace manufacturing.
Serving a Wide Range of Manufacturing Industries
For more than 60 years, Ken-tron has supplied high-quality wire products, metal stampings, and assemblies to manufacturers across a broad spectrum of markets. Our customers span:
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Space and satellite
- Automotive
- Medical
- Consumer products
- Industrial and commercial equipment
Although these industries vary widely, they all have one thing in common: the need for components that are reliable, repeatable, and made to exact specifications. Our vertically integrated capabilities, certified quality system, and experienced engineering team allow us to support projects ranging from prototype runs to high-volume production.
Spotlight on Aerospace: Precision, Performance, and Proven Reliability
Aerospace is one of the most demanding manufacturing environments in the world. Weight matters, temperature extremes are expected, and safety and reliability cannot be compromised. The components Ken-tron provides are critical in applications across aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and military platforms.
Here are some of the ways our products are used to support mission-critical systems:
Aerospace Wire Applications
Structural reinforcement – Wire elements help support aerodynamic fairings, wings, fuselage sections, and other load-bearing structures.
Sealing and thermal protection – High-temperature wire seals reduce leakage between rotating and static engine components, while specialty wire can be integrated into thermal protection systems for re-entry and high-speed flight.
Tethering and safety systems – Wire is used to secure equipment, payloads, and other assets, including in zero-gravity environments.
Instrumentation and sensing – Wire elements enable measurement of temperature, strain, pressure, vibration, and other vital parameters for flight testing and structural health monitoring.
Fasteners, linkages, and mechanical control – Wire forms support linkages for control surfaces, landing gear mechanisms, and other motion-critical assemblies.
Metal Stamping Applications in Aerospace
Fuselage and wing structures – Precision-formed stampings support lightweight airframe sections, wing ribs, spars, and skins.
Engine components – High-performance alloys are stamped for compressor discs, turbine sub-components, exhaust assemblies, and other extreme-temperature environments.
Cabin and interior systems – Stamped parts support lightweight seating structures, overhead bins, partitions, and other passenger-facing applications.
Landing gear and structural brackets – Dependable stampings provide strength and fatigue resistance for landing gear systems and mounting locations throughout the aircraft.
Why Leading Aerospace Manufacturers Choose Ken-tron
Aerospace OEMs and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers rely on Ken-tron for consistent quality and dependable performance. Our advanced certifications and approvals demonstrate a commitment to precision and process control:
- ISO 9001:2015
- AS 9100 Rev. D
- AS 13100 compliant
- ITAR registered
- CAGE Code 27844
- Rolls-Royce approved
- Pratt & Whitney Laboratory Control at Source (LCS) approved
These programs, combined with rigorous material traceability, in-house tooling, and responsive engineering support, make Ken-tron a trusted partner for complex aerospace requirements.
Supporting the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing
As aerospace technology evolves, from next-generation propulsion and lightweight materials to commercial space and advanced defense systems, the demand for precision components continues to grow. Ken-tron is proud to support this progress with manufacturing expertise that ensures safety, reliability, and repeatable results.
Learn more about how Ken-tron serves aerospace manufacturing, or contact us today to discuss your next manufacturing project.
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