Northwest Aerospace News — Issue No. 41 October | November 2024 | Page 28

While Altek has been known for aerospace for most of its business history , it is actively diversifying . Taylor concluded , “ Most business is aerospace , but with over 20 different customers , we don ’ t like having that many eggs in one basket .” He said they are pushing on developing space and medical device work and that the laser industry has been a substantial lead . He said that , ultimately , they want to take great care of customers and employees and that diversification is healthy . “ We live in uncertain times ; diversification will help to maintain good business practices , the health of the organization , and keeping good people employed .
CONTACT :
Altek , Inc . CORPORATE OFFICE 22819 E . Appleway Ave . Liberty Lake , WA 99019 Phone : 509.924.3731
CONTACT VIA E-MAIL Rick : rtaylor @ altek-inc . com Gary : gforde @ altek-inc . com
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