Founded as a garage machine tool and die shop in 1966, Erie’s Merit Industries now precision-machines close-tolerance, complex-geometry components for aerospace and defense, with a particular focus on high-performance superalloys. Its 25,000-square-foot facility combines in-house tooling and engineering with rigorous inspection, supporting both small and large production runs. Merit is AS9100 Rev D certified and ITAR registered.
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Precision Component IndustriesFounded in 1959 as Thomas Tool & Die by Tom Paumier, Canton’s Precision Component Industries now makes high-precision machined components for mission-critical aerospace, defense, and specialized applications. The company works from a 30,000-square-foot climate-controlled facility and helps carry projects from design review through production, including coordinated outside processing when needed. PCI maintains ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 certifications, is ITAR registered, and is certified by NWBOC as a woman-owned small business.CANTON, OH
Summit Aerospace USA IncSince the early 1970s, Summit Aerospace USA Inc. has built its reputation as a small, quality-focused aerospace manufacturer serving aircraft-engine customers from its 16,200-square-foot facility in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. Its experienced staff supports prototype and production work, with particular expertise in machining demanding nickel-based superalloys for complex engine components. The company is ITAR registered and certified to AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015.MOUNT POCONO, PA
Air Industries GroupTracing its roots to 1941 wartime Connecticut, Air Industries Group manufactures flight-critical precision assemblies and components for the aerospace and defense industry. The company operates Centers of Excellence for complex machining and turbine engine components in New York and Connecticut, with more than 200,000 square feet of facilities and approximately 200 employees. Air Industries is a Tier 1 OEM supplier and prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, with products flying on aircraft including the F-35 Lightning II and UH-60 Black Hawk.BAY SHORE, NY
Apollo American IncFounded in 1989, Apollo American manufactures precision turned and milled components for aerospace and defense programs from its 40,000-square-foot facility in Mentor, Ohio. The company’s work supports mission-critical applications, with capabilities spanning prototype work through high-volume production and tolerances as precise as ±0.0005 inches. Apollo American has maintained an average customer relationship of more than 25 years and holds AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001 certifications, along with ITAR compliance and Joint Certification Program status.MENTOR, OH