Aerospace & Defense · Georgetown, KY
Precision Tooling for
Applications That Can't Fail.
CPI manufactures precision tooling and complex components for aerospace suppliers where tight tolerances, material integrity, and traceability are non-negotiable. Advanced machining, grinding, EDM, and brazing — all under one roof in Georgetown, KY.
Why CPI
Engineering Support,
Not Just Machine Time.
CPI operates as an engineering-focused manufacturing partner for aerospace and defense manufacturers, tiered suppliers, and precision component producers. We don't simply run parts — we collaborate directly with engineering, quality, and program management teams to improve manufacturability, extend tooling life, and ensure consistent performance in mission-critical applications.
With decades of experience producing precision carbide and wear components for demanding aerospace environments, we understand the importance of tight tolerances, material integrity, traceability, and process repeatability. Components must perform reliably under extreme conditions — tooling must hold precision through the full production run.
When tolerance can't be compromised and the supplier can't be wrong, our customers call CPI.
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How We Support Aerospace & Defense Programs
From early-stage DFM through long-run production programs, CPI brings engineering depth to every stage of your aerospace manufacturing process.
Engineering
Design for Manufacturability
Geometry and process review before production begins — reducing cost per part and eliminating preventable failure modes.
Materials
Material Selection Consultation
Expert guidance on carbide grades, alloy selection, and surface treatments for specific wear, load, and temperature requirements.
Surface Finish
Coating & Finish Preparation
Surface preparation recommendations that maximize service life and meet mating component and assembly requirements.
Development
Prototype to Validation
Engineering support from first article through production-validated tooling — with documented processes and inspection records.
Production
Tooling Repair Programs
Repeatable tooling repair programs that minimize line disruption, reduce scheduling uncertainty, and maintain dimensional consistency run to run.
Legacy
Reverse Engineering
Legacy tooling redesigned to current manufacturing standards with full dimensional documentation, traceability, and improved material specifications.
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What We Deliver
Capabilities, Applications & Materials
Processes
- Precision CNC Milling
- Precision CNC Turning
- Precision CNC Grinding
- Wire EDM
- Sinker EDM
- Brazing & Assembly
- Heat Treat Applications
Applications
- Tooling for aerospace component manufacturing
- Carbide wear components
- Complex tooling assemblies
- Precision ground components
- Reverse engineered legacy tooling
- Precision ground tool steel pins
- Specialty brazing assemblies
Materials
- Tungsten Carbide
- Hardened Tool Steels
- High-Performance Alloys
- Engineering Plastics
- Ceramics
Tolerances & Precision
Holding Tight Tolerances Is What We Do.
For grinding and EDM work, we regularly hold ±.0002″ (5 micron). Our high-end milling and turning centers are dialed in to ±.0005″ (±0.012mm). Every dimension is documented. No exceptions.
Quality & Reliability
Inspection Is Built Into the Process — Not Added at the End.
Each department has its own optical comparators, Keyence inspection devices, gauge pins, and surface plates. Every job is inspected multiple times before final QC. Inspection data is serialized and stored on our server indefinitely. When a customer needs traceability, it's already there.
Ready to Start?
Let's Talk About
Your Aerospace Project.
Describe your component or tooling challenge and we'll connect you with a CPI engineer who understands the demands of aerospace manufacturing.