Reverse Engineering
We use the Geomagic Design X Software partnered with a 3D Systems Geomagic Capture Desktop 3D Scanner. We also use other standard measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, depth mics, radius gauges, etc. when appropriate.
We have reverse engineered items as diverse as plastic molds for food processing, firearm components, safety equipment for emergency vehicles, small prototype soft fishing bait molds, large production soft fishing bait molds and race car components.
We Design Products
For solid model design of parts, assemblies, and drawings, we use the industry standard SolidWorks 3D CAD Design Software. With our decades of experience in manufacturing, we always employ design for manufacturing principles in everything we do.
We have designed items as diverse as plastic molds for food processing, firearm components, safety equipment for emergency vehicles, small prototype soft fishing bait molds, large production soft fishing bait molds and race car components.
Programming
Our expertise in CNC programming and machine simulation is anchored in our extensive use of CAMWorks software, with its advanced features including automatic feature recognition, intelligence-based machining, and the TechDB for capturing best practices, our programming time is cut dramatically, and machining cycles are optimized—helping us to achieve faster turnaround and higher productivity.
As a CAMWorks reseller and a dedicated machining facility, we possess deep knowledge in programming a wide array of CNC machinery. Our proficiency covers 2-axis lathes, 3 to 5-axis mills, 4 to 6-axis mill/turn machines, multi-task machining centers, Swiss-style lathes, and Wire EDMs.
We have successfully programmed components in materials such as aluminum, brass, bronze, plastics, and stainless steel, catering to a diverse range of industries including aerospace, defense, firearms, food processing, industrial, manufacturing, recreational, and safety. Our services extend beyond our machining capabilities; we offer CNC programming for your parts, ensuring compatibility with your CNC machine tools through precise post-processing of the code. Whether you require complete machining services or simply need expert programming for your projects, we are equipped to deliver solutions that meet your specifications.
3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis CNC Machining
For manual machining, we use a Sharp LMV-50 3 HP Vertical Milling Machine.
For CNC machining, we use Haas DM-2 Vertical Machining Center with Haas TRT160 5th Axis Rotary Table, and 3-axis Haas VF2-SS Vertical Machining Center with 50,000 rpm Air Turbine Spindles.
We have machined parts from aluminum, brass, bronze, plastics and stainless steel for the aerospace, defense, firearms, food, industrial, manufacturing recreational and safety sectors. Morningstar has produced part lots as small as 1 to as large as over 20,000 items. Almost every item we use in our manufacturing processes is built and assembled in the USA from American components. We have programmed parts from aluminum, brass, bronze, plastics and stainless steel for the aerospace, defense, firearms, food, industrial, manufacturing recreational and safety sectors. Even if you do not require our machining services, we still offer programming of your parts and can post process the code required for your CNC machine tools.