TECMA, Inc.

TECMA is a Sacramento contract machine shop founded in 1957. It says it has made parts for nearly every U.S. rocket engine and moon landing program from Saturn/Apollo to the Space Shuttle, and it specializes in complex, close-tolerance small-to-medium components.

Capabilities

• Multi-axis and 5-axis CNC machining
• Conventional milling and turning
• Fabrication
• Inspection
• Finishing and fulfillment
• Prototype projects to production runs
• Supply-chain partners for grinding, heat treat, EDM, laser and waterjet

Materials

Exotic metals, high-temperature alloys and plastics.

Industries served

Aerospace, defense and the U.S. space program.

Quality & certifications

• AS9100D:2015 with NSF-ISR
• ISO 9001:2015 with NSF-ISR
• ITAR compliant, DDTC registered, DFARS safeguarded
• HUBZone certified; woman-owned

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Contract Machining for Aerospace, Defense and Space in Sacramento: TECMA

A contract machine shop makes parts for other companies according to their drawings and requirements. For buyers, a contract shop is an extension of their own manufacturing. That works best when both sides understand the standards involved. Buyers in Sacramento in aerospace, defense and space supply chains often ask what certain labels mean. TECMA, Inc. is listed here for precision machining, plastics machining, contract manufacturing, aerospace, defense, space, AS9100, ITAR, HUBZone and women owned business tags. This page explains those terms.

Complex close tolerance components

Small to medium parts with complex shapes and tight tolerances are a common specialty. They are hard because every feature must be right, and the cost of a mistake is high. Buyers should provide full drawings and mark critical dimensions.

Multi-axis and 5-axis machining

Machines that move a tool in more than three directions can reach complex shapes in one setup. This reduces handling and often improves accuracy. Parts with curved surfaces, compound angles or many faces are good candidates.

Conventional machining

Conventional manual machines still have a place. They can make simple parts, fix errors and complete one-off items without programming. A shop with both conventional and CNC equipment has flexibility.

Fabrication, inspection and finishing

A finished aerospace part often goes through more than machining. It may be fabricated, inspected, finished and packed. Buyers who list these needs together in a request help the shop quote a complete package. The phrase finishing and fulfillment generally means preparing parts for delivery to the end customer.

What the labels mean

• AS9100 is a quality standard for the aerospace industry.
• ITAR is a United States regulation that controls certain defense items and data.
• HUBZone is a federal program that supports small businesses located in certain designated areas.
• Women owned refers to ownership of the business and can matter for supplier diversity goals.

These labels are about the company, not the part. If your contract requires any of them, say so at the start.

Prototype projects to production

Aerospace programs often begin with prototype quantities and later move to production. A supplier that handles both can keep records and processes consistent across the change. Tell the shop what stage your program is in.

Traceability

Aerospace buyers usually need to trace material and processes back to their sources. If you require certificates, lot numbers or process records, list them in the request so they are planned and priced.

Information for a quote

• Drawing, revision and any specifications referenced
• Material with certification requirements
• Quantity and delivery schedule
• Inspection and documentation needs
• Export control status of the part

Working with a long established supplier

Buyers in Sacramento often value a supplier that has been through many programs. Even so, each quote should rest on the same clear information. Ask your questions in writing and keep the answers with the order.

To ask about a part, send the details through the Request a Quote form and we will send your details on to the shop.

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