Aerospace precision manufacturing

AEROSPACE INDUSTRY

Aerospace Automation
For Aircraft Manufacturing

In aerospace, every fastener matters. Every hole must be perfectly positioned. We deliver automation that meets the precision, traceability, and quality standards this industry demands.

15+Aerospace Projects
AS9100Compliant Processes
±0.001"Precision Capable
100%Traceability

CHALLENGES WE SOLVE

Aerospace Automation Challenges

PRECISION REQUIREMENTS

Precision Requirements

Hole positions measured in thousandths. Surface finishes specified to microinches.

0.001"
µin
Cpk>1.67
GD&T
Position Tol.
Surface Finish

OUR APPROACH

Precision motion systems, temperature compensation, in-process measurement.

Traceability & Documentation

Every operation documented. Every part traceable. Complete records maintained.

100%traced

APPROACH

Data capture at every step. Integration with MES and quality systems.

Material Diversity

Aluminum, titanium, composites, honeycomb—each requires different approaches.

Al
Ti
CFRP
Process:Adaptive

APPROACH

Adaptive processes that adjust to material type. Recipe-based systems.

LOW VOLUME, HIGH MIX

Low Volume, High Mix

Aerospace isn't mass production. Long cycle times, complex assemblies, frequent part changes.

OUR APPROACH

Quick-change tooling, vision-guided flexibility, systems designed for variety.

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Part NumberPN-7472-REV-C
Active
02
OperationOP-30-DRILL
In Process
03
InspectionCMM-FAI-001
Measured
04
ReleaseQA-STAMP-OK
Released

APPLICATIONS

Aerospace Automation Applications

DEPTH: 0%
DRILLING

Automated Drilling & Fastening

Precision hole-making and fastener installation.

CNC DrillingCountersinkingFastener Insertion
±0.002"
ASSEMBLY

Aircraft Assembly Automation

Assembly of aerostructures requiring precision positioning.

FuselageWing AssemblyTorque Control
NO DEFECTS
INSPECTION

Inspection & NDT Automation

Automated inspection using vision, laser scanning, ultrasonic.

DimensionalNDTSurface Defects
SURFACE

Surface Treatment Automation

Robotic painting, coating application, surface preparation.

PaintingCoatingPrep
INSPECT
REPAIR
VERIFY
RELEASE
MRO

MRO Automation

Maintenance, repair, overhaul.

COMPLIANCE

Aerospace Quality Standards We Support

AS9100

Quality management for aviation

NADCAP

Special process accreditation

FAA / EASA

Regulatory compliance

Boeing D6-83439

OEM-specific requirements

Airbus AIMS

Airbus quality standards

AS9102 FAI

First Article Inspection

CASE STUDY

Automated Assembly Cell for Aerostructures

Tier 1 Aerospace Supplier

Our Solution

  • FANUC robot cell with precision positioning
  • Vision-guided part location
  • Automated drilling with feedback
  • Torque-controlled fastening
  • 100% inspection integration
  • Full traceability to MES

RESULTS

Position accuracy: ±0.002" (exceeded spec)

Rework rate: Reduced 85%

Cycle time: 40% reduction

First article: Passed on first submission

"iAutomate delivered precision automation that exceeded our specifications."

— Manufacturing Engineering Manager
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We have experience with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and honeycomb structures.

Absolutely. Every aerospace project includes complete documentation suitable for audits.

Our servo-driven systems routinely achieve ±0.001" positioning accuracy.

Yes. We provide automation solutions for maintenance, repair, and overhaul.

Ready for Precision
Aerospace Automation?

From drilling to final inspection—precision automation for aircraft manufacturing.