Northwest Aerospace News June | July Issue No. 3 | Page 12

Injection Mold Tooling
Tooling for injection molding is a major investment, so every
project includes a rigorous review process, including:
· Review of 3-D models
· Mold flow analysis
· Mold testing
· First article inspection
· Formal reports with sample parts
· Help with Stereo lithography (SLA), and SLS 3-D
printing services
Precision Machining Services
Altek’s precision machining services incorporate
CNC machining and conventional equipment for
configure-to-order, single-piece flow work cells,
benefiting customers with reduced inventory costs
and ability to place lower volume orders.
Flexibility and adaptation strengths:
· Full-service, high tolerance machining
shop operating 24-hours a day
· Horizontal milling production centers
linked to multiple automated linear pallets
providing adaptive flexibility to specific
scheduling requirements
· FMS eliminating repetitive setups and
automating job stages while machines run
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