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Aerospace & Defense Plastics Solutions
AS9100-Certified Aerospace Polymer Manufacturing: ITAR, CMMC Level 2, FAR 25.853 Compliant
For over 60 years, Pexco has partnered with leading aerospace and defense manufacturers to deliver lightweight, high-performance polymer components that meet the most demanding requirements. With the acquisition of Precise Aerospace Manufacturing in 2024, Pexco expanded its aerospace capabilities to include advanced molding, sub-assembly, and machining of high-performance polymer and metal components. From molded, extruded, and assembled parts to precision-machined components, we engineer solutions that help aircraft fly safer, lighter, and more efficiently.
Market Challenges
The aerospace and defense industry faces relentless pressure to improve performance, reduce weight, and comply with stringent safety and regulatory standards. Materials must perform reliably in extreme environments, with full traceability and quality control.
Top Challenges in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
- Reducing weight without sacrificing strength or durability
- Meeting flame, smoke, and toxicity (FST) regulations
- Achieving tight tolerances and precision in custom components
- Ensuring material traceability and compliance with aerospace standards
- Delivering consistent quality for mission-critical applications
Aerospace Solutions
Pexco’s products and capabilities help solve these challenges by combining materials expertise with advanced manufacturing.
Products for Aerospace & Defense
Our Capabilities
Precision injection molded components
Compression, insert, and transfer molded parts
Precision CNC machined polymer and metal components
Plastic extrusion of tubing and profiles
Sub-assemblies of integrated components, kitting, and secondary operations
Material selection and engineering support
Materials Expertise
Precise’s high-performance material offerings are molded, machined, and assembled by Pexco and Precise Aerospace into flight-critical components requiring repeatability, structural integrity, and long-term performance.
Common Aerospace Polymers
PEEK
High strength-to-weight ratio, excellent chemical and thermal resistance. Used for lightweight structural and mechanical components.
Fluoropolymers (PTFE, FEP, PFA)
Low friction, chemical resistance, and dielectric strength for seals, liners, and insulations applications.
PAI (Torlon®)
Ultra-high strength and rigidity, excellent wear and friction performance, dimensional and thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Ideal for bushings, bearings, and structural components that must withstand continuous thermal and mechanical stress.
PEI (Ultem®)
High temperature resistance and inherent flame retardancy for electrical and interior components.
Nylon & Acetal
Wear resistance and machinability for bushins, gears, and precision parts.
Silicone & Fluorosilicone
Thermal stability and fuel resistance
EDPM
Ozone and UV protection
TPV/TPE
Light, flexible, and easy to process for non-critical applications
Compliance and Certifications
Precise’s aerospace operations adhere to strict industry standards:
- AS9100 (aerospace quality management)
- ISO 9001
- FAR 25.853 FST (flame, smoke, toxicity compliance)
- CMMC Level 2 approval
- Full traceability of materials and process
Why Pexco?
Domestic Manufacturing Footprint
U.S. operations with aerospace-certified facilities
Deep Materials Expertise
Decades of polymer engineering knowledge
Custom Engineering
From concept to prototype to production
Proven Partner
Long history serving aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
Integrated Capabilities
Extrusion, molding, machining, and assembly under one roof
Work with a plastics partner who understands the aerospace industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pexco AS9100 certified for aerospace?
Yes — Pexco’s aerospace operations are AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified, ITAR registered, and approved to CMMC Level 2, with full material and process traceability.
Do Pexco’s aerospace plastics meet flammability requirements?
Yes — components meet FAR 25.853 FST (flame, smoke, and toxicity) requirements for aircraft interior and cabin applications.
What materials does Pexco offer for aerospace and defense?
PEEK, fluoropolymers (PTFE, FEP, PFA), PAI (Torlon), PEI (Ultem), nylon and acetal, silicone and fluorosilicone, EPDM, and TPV/TPE.
What aerospace manufacturing capabilities does Pexco provide?
Precision injection, compression, insert, and transfer molding; CNC machining of polymer and metal components; extrusion of tubing and profiles; plus sub-assemblies, kitting, and secondary operations.
How did Pexco expand its aerospace capabilities?
Through the 2024 acquisition of Precise Aerospace Manufacturing (Yorba Linda, CA), adding advanced molding, sub-assembly, and machining of high-performance polymer and metal components.