High-Precision CNC Machines For The Aerospace industry

The aerospace industry demands the highest standards of accuracy and repeatability. At Rainford Precision, we specialise in supplying world-class CNC machining centres from Kern, Benzinger, Finepart, PEMTec amd Innolite, as well as micron-precise cutting tools to meet unique demands.

From adhering to stringent national and international safety standards to leveraging state-of-the-art technology, our expertise means every tool we supply meets the highest expectations.

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Whether you need precision machining equipment for a one-off project or comprehensive tooling solutions for ongoing aerospace manufacturing, Rainford has more than 30 years' experience supporting the aerospace industry. We are experts in supplying CNC machining centres and precision tools that enable manufacturers to produce components to the highest standards and exact specifications.

Our deep understanding of aerospace requirements means we supply equipment that helps our clients achieve strict adherence to standards such as AS9100, the international standard for aerospace management systems. We support the industry's continual striving for constant improvement, defect prevention and waste reduction by providing the precision machinery and tooling solutions that make this possible. This ensures our clients have access to equipment that enables them to produce high-performing, compliant components that meet the most demanding safety requirements. 

Advantages Of High-Precision CNC Machines For The Aerospace industry

High-precision CNC machines supplied by Rainford Precision Machines Limited, including solutions from Kern, Benzinger, Finepart, PEMTec, and Innolite, offer transformative advantages for the aerospace industry.

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Kern’s ultra-precise five-axis machining centres, for instance, achieve precision and repeatability levels of ±1µm, making them ideal for complex prismatic geometries. 

The Benzinger range of turn-mill centres, with spindle speeds up to 15,000 rpm and sub-micron runout, excels in producing small, intricate parts like fasteners, shafts, and connector pins, which are critical for aerospace assemblies. These machines also support modular automation, reducing lead times and enhancing productivity in high-volume production runs.

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Finepart Waterjet

Finepart’s micro-abrasive waterjet cutting technology introduces another layer of precision, offering positional accuracy of ±2.5µm and repeatability of ±2µm. This capability is particularly valuable for machining advanced materials like carbon fibre composites and titanium alloys, which are widely used in aerospace for their strength-to-weight ratios. 

 PEMTec’s precision electrochemical machining (PECM) further complements these solutions by enabling contactless machining of metal parts with sub-micron accuracy and surface finishes as fine as 0.03µm, ideal for critical engine components and other high-stress applications.

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Innolite’s diamond and alignment turning technologies bring unique advantages to optical and precision components in aerospace, such as lenses and laser alignment systems. Their dynamic alignment turning method achieves tilt tolerances below 12 arcseconds and shift tolerances under 1µm, ensuring optimal performance for avionics and sensor systems. This level of precision is critical for applications like infrared optics and laser guidance systems, where even minor deviations can compromise functionality.

Collectively, these high-precision CNC solutions from Rainford Precision empower the aerospace industry to innovate with confidence, producing lighter, stronger, and more accurate and reliable components while reducing manufacturing costs and lead times. By leveraging advanced automation, multi-axis capabilities, and cutting-edge tooling, these technologies address the sector’s evolving needs, from prototyping to full-scale production, ensuring compliance with rigorous safety and performance standards.

Why Choose Rainford Precision?

What sets Rainford apart is our exclusive partnership with Kern and our ability to provide bespoke and standard cutting tools tailored to the aerospace sector. We understand the critical nature of aerospace manufacturing and are dedicated to delivering engineering solutions which meet the changing needs of the industry.

  • We are the sole UK and Ireland agent for Kern, supplying world leading CNC machining centres for the aerospace industry and beyond
  • We are uniquely positioned to offer advanced, tailored precision machining solutions for the aerospace industry
  • We are a precision tooling partner who really understands your needs, budget considerations and time frame. Rainford Precision won’t let you down. Our customer service is as tailored and personalised as the tools and CNC centres we supply
Contact us for all your precision machining aerospace solutions. Request a quote and specialised advice today:

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I would like to say thank you for your assistance so far. We have only drilled 4 x 0.80mm holes 50d deep but the fact they worked the first time was appreciated by everyone.
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We use OSG mainly but when we have a specific job that needs doing, we come to Rainford Precision because they are and do the Crème De La Crème of Products and services.
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Precision Engineering
The End Mill was an ideal choice due to the unusual shape and the need to have a small radius. They turned out great, and the surface finish is really good.
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Precision Engineering
I would like to say thank you for the help you have given our project over the last few years. Your advice on the correct cutters plus the right speeds and feeds has not only helped with accuracy but brought the cycle times down so we can meet our project deadlines.
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We received your delivery this morning as you had promised to do for us, thanks for that, it is great when a plan comes together.
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A diamond service from Rainford as usual. The success of our company is very much down to the external support received from Key organisations such as Rainford Precision. Your company is one of the first I will always turn to assist us.
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