Description

Founded in 1961 by James W. Fleming, Aero Metals Inc. is a premier precision investment casting manufacturer headquartered in La Porte, Indiana. With over six decades of expertise, Aero Metals has established itself as a trusted partner across diverse industries including aerospace, military and defense, firearms, security hardware, agriculture, automotive, and pump and valve manufacturing. The company’s roots trace back to a small engineering firm started in a basement, evolving through expansions driven by innovative tooling, proprietary processing equipment, and a commitment to quality and precision. Aero Metals specializes in producing complex, high-accuracy investment castings using an extensive range of alloys such as stainless steel, ductile iron, steel, beryllium copper, nickel-based, aluminum, cobalt-based, and copper-based metals. Their in-house toolmaking capabilities allow them to custom design and manufacture tooling that meets stringent specifications, including tolerances as tight as ±0.005 inches. This engineering-centric approach, combined with advanced technologies like robotics and multi-station machining centers, enables Aero Metals to handle both low- and high-volume production runs with consistent quality. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and ITAR registered, reflecting its dedication to meeting rigorous industry standards and compliance requirements. Aero Metals is notably recognized as the largest investment caster of beryllium copper parts in North America, serving demanding sectors such as aerospace with AS9001 standards and military with secure manufacturing practices. Their commitment to employee well-being and continuous innovation ensures that customers receive superior products that support their operational excellence. Aero Metals operates out of a 175,000 square foot modern facility equipped to meet complex metal casting needs. Their comprehensive service offering includes engineering support, metallurgical testing, and CNC machining, making them a one-stop solution for precision metal cast parts and assemblies. The company’s entrepreneurial spirit and customer-focused philosophy continue to drive growth and technological advancement, positioning Aero Metals as a leader in the precision investment casting industry.