Known in Cincinnati for its specialized mechanical test sample preparation, Aero Prep, LLC produces carefully machined specimens for customers conducting mechanical testing. Its tightly controlled finishing methods are designed to keep residual stress low, while an aerospace-certified quality system supports consistent production and traceability.
Aerospace Certified Quality System
Cincinnati Control Dynamics, IncSince 1977, Cincinnati Control Dynamics, Inc. has designed, built, supported, and calibrated airflow testing systems for aerospace and power-generation manufacturers. Cincinnati-based CCDI also develops custom flow fixtures, nozzles, and related equipment for demanding production environments, with more than 300 production airflow and effective-flow-area machines supported worldwide. Its lifecycle support includes calibration and service for both current and legacy equipment.CINCINNATI, OH
Metcut Research, IncIndependent since its Cincinnati founding in 1948, Metcut Research became a 100% employee-owned company in 1976 and has built its identity around people-led, impartial materials evaluation. Its early machinability research grew into a 139,000-square-foot operation serving customers worldwide, with a particular history in demanding aerospace and high-temperature applications. Metcut now supports product development and certification work through materials testing and precision specimen preparation.CINCINNATI, OH
TK Machining SpecialtiesFounded by Troy Kordenbrock, TK Machining Specialties is a Hamilton, Ohio precision machine shop known for taking on intricate geometries and other challenges that many shops avoid. It began with complex 5-axis milling and now helps aerospace, energy, hydraulics and high-performance manufacturing engineers move difficult parts from design into production. An in-house Zeiss Contura CMM supports its documented inspection process, which is calibrated annually to ISO 9001:2015 standards.HAMILTON, OH