Build-to-print manufacturing represents the ultimate turnkey solution for companies seeking comprehensive production services from a single, trusted partner. This approach involves manufacturing parts exactly according to customer-provided technical drawings and specifications, eliminating the need to manage multiple vendors and streamline the entire production process. At Fairchild Precision Parts, we’ve perfected our build-to-print manufacturing process over…
Swiss Machining vs. Traditional CNC: Understanding the Key Differences
When selecting the ideal manufacturing approach for precision components, understanding the fundamental differences between Swiss CNC machining and traditional CNC methods can significantly impact the success of your project. Swiss machining represents a specialized precision manufacturing technique that excels in producing high-volume, small-diameter parts with exceptional accuracy. Meanwhile, traditional CNC machining offers versatility for larger…
Precision Machining in the Aerospace Industry
At Fairchild Precision Parts, we’re experts in producing components that uphold the most stringent requirements in modern aviation. We understand that every aerospace part must strike a balance between minimal weight, maximal strength, and flawless engineering. Our work revolves around creating components that can handle tremendous stress while meeting highly exacting standards. It is crucial…
Why the Defense Industry Depends on Precision Manufacturing
At Fairchild Precision Parts, we have served the defense sector long enough to recognize the significance of reliable components in critical environments. Every bolt, bracket, and chassis can play an outsized role in national security, demanding levels of accuracy and durability that leave no room for error. Our commitment to exacting standards helps protect service…
The Future of Precision Manufacturing: Trends to Watch
At Fairchild Precision Parts, we have always embraced forward-thinking practices that keep us at the forefront of precision manufacturing. Our approach is driven by a desire to help our clients stay ahead in fast-evolving industries. We see every new technology, material, or data-driven insight as an opportunity to refine our processes and deliver even better…
Automation in High-Precision Manufacturing
At Fairchild Precision Parts, we’ve dedicated countless hours to refining the ways in which precision manufacturing can flourish under automated systems. Our team has witnessed how integrating smart technology and streamlined workflows enables tighter tolerances, faster production cycles, and consistently superior part quality. Through these advancements, we help our customers navigate complex design demands while…
The Role of CNC Machining in High-Precision Manufacturing
At Fairchild Precision Parts, we’ve seen firsthand how advanced machining technology can transform raw materials into precisely crafted components. Our team has spent years refining processes that help clients reduce costs and meet rigorous quality and schedule demands. From small-volume, intricate parts to larger-scale production, CNC machining is at the heart of our success. An…
Common Challenges in Precision Machining and How to Overcome Them
Precision machining is the foundation of modern manufacturing, allowing vital components to function flawlessly in aerospace, defense, measuring instrumentation, and more. At Fairchild Precision Parts, we specialize in delivering these high-stakes parts on time, on budget, and within the demanding specifications our customers require. These are the top challenges manufacturers face today and how we…
Fairchild’s History: WWII, Floods, and Family
In 1944, a young engineer, Roger C. Fairchild, decided that he was ready to start his own contract manufacturing business, making millions of machined components desperately needed to support WWII. His intimate knowledge of the high speed automatic screw machines produced by the Brown & Sharpe Company of Rhode Island was a perfect complement to…
CT Manufacturing Spotlight
Connecticut’s Office of Manufacturing publishes a monthly newsletter. This month, Fairchild Precision Parts and our owners were featured. Check out the full newsletter: https://fairchildparts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20240701-The-Blueprint.pdf