PACIFIC NORTHWEST AEROSPACE ALLIANCE SPOTLIGHT
Their customer base includes OEMs in commercial aerospace , defense aerospace , and space . Klinger IGI produces product for aerospace Tier 1s and primes to support components and assemblies . Some of the custom parts that Klinger IGI produces will perform critical functions like thermal interface , EMI / RFI shielding , vibration and acoustic dampening , and gasketing and sealing . These parts are often found in aerospace electronic components , cabin and cockpit assemblies , fuel and hydraulic systems , and avionics .
One thing that sets Klinger IGI apart in their industry is they are not just a build-to-print shop , but also function as a consultant and partner with their clients . This long-term business approach focuses on continually adding value for their customers — especially helping customers understand how their products can be improved in performance and cost throughout anticipated lifecycles by custom and recurring application of Klinger IGI ’ s material sourcing and production capabilities .
They work directly with their customers ’ new product development and introduction teams , mostly at the Tier 1 manufacturers . These new product teams are creating new electronics , avionics and mechanical assemblies , designed to be integrated into commercial or defense aircraft at point of production or refurbishment . By collaborating with the customers ’ teams , Klinger IGI ’ s staff can share different raw material options and recommend the best material conversion practices to create a part that can be incorporated into their products . They also can consult with the customers ’ supply chain upstream to help develop and refine requirements to achieve improved manufacturability , delivery , or cost .
Klinger IGI also helps companies with prototyping . Taking the extra time and effort to help a customer develop and refine prototypes often results in Klinger IGI winning production jobs . This partnership approach of carrying some of the up-front risk is appreciated and increasingly recognized by their customer base .
Klinger IGI is AS9100 certified , but it ’ s their deep experience in the field that makes them a valued supplier . Top-notch expertise compliments thoughtful consideration about the operational context of the parts — that is , how the cut parts will build up into a finished assembly and affect the product ’ s function . This combination of skill and interest allows them to make a wide range of recommendations to improve the assembly process , overall quality and ultimately , how the customer can save money through design revisions .
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