Precision and Tight Tolerance Manufacturing
The defense industry demands nothing short of perfection. Jones Metal delivers components that meet and exceed the most exacting requirements:
High-Precision Hydroforming:
We create durable, dependable parts designed to withstand the rigorous demands of defense applications.
Extensive Capabilities:
Our facilities can accommodate blanks up to 32.5 inches, form parts with depths up to 14 inches, and diameters up to 27 inches.
Versatile Material Expertise:
We work with a wide range of metals, including stainless steel, titanium, and advanced alloys like Hastelloy and Inconel.
Comprehensive Defense Manufacturing Solutions
Jones Metal is your one-stop solution for a wide range of defense components::
- Missile and Rocket Systems
- Precision-formed missile bodies
- Internal framework parts (e.g., bulkheads)
- Aircraft and Helicopter Components
- External diverter strips for aircraft
- Helicopter parts
- Military jet exhaust systems
- Missile Mounting Systems
- Naval and Marine Equipment
- Marine fire nozzles
- Marine shower enclosures
- Ground Combat Vehicles
- Tank air intake parts
- Armor components and structural elements
- Other Critical Defense Equipment
- Exhaust systems, engine covers, and housings
- Custom components for specialized defense systems
Integrated In-House Capabilities: A Competitive Edge
At Jones Metal, we offer a unique advantage in defense manufacturing through our comprehensive in-house capabilities:
- Complete Process Control: We can form, heat treat, 5-axis machine, and laser trim all under one roof. This integrated approach eliminates the potential issues that arise when these steps are handled by different companies.
- Efficiency and Quality Assurance: Our ability to perform multiple processes in-house ensures tighter quality control, faster turnaround times, and seamless communication throughout the manufacturing process.
- Versatility in Manufacturing: Our in-house machining capabilities allow us to supply parts complete to print, meeting the exact specifications required for defense applications.
- Partnerships for Specialized Finishes: While we handle most processes internally, we have strategic partnerships with aerospace-approved finish companies for specialized coatings. This is the only part of the process we outsource, ensuring the highest quality for these specialized treatments.
This comprehensive approach has enabled us to secure major accounts in the defense industry, as we can offer a level of control and efficiency that is unmatched by competitors who rely on multiple vendors for different processes.
Strict Quality Control and Industry Certifications
Quality is paramount in defense manufacturing. Jones Metal maintains:
- AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 (without Design) accreditations
- Rigorous quality control measures, from targeted inspections to 100% inspection as required
- Comprehensive audit processes and detailed inspection reports
Engineering Support and Collaborative Approach
Our team works closely with defense contractors to ensure success:
- Six-month collaborative design refinement process
- Early issue identification and solution development
- Consultative approach to find the best manufacturing solutions
- Seamless Integration of Processes: Our in-house capabilities allow for rapid iterations and adjustments throughout the manufacturing process, from initial forming to final machining
Reliable Lead Times for Mission-Critical Components
We recognize the importance of timely delivery in defense contracts:
- Efficient production schedule management
- Faster production times without compromising quality
- Maintained inventory of materials to prevent delays
Our Capabilities
Hydroforming defense metal components allows us to work with various specialty materials to create parts ranging from armor panels to components for military vehicle fuel tanks. This process enables the production of complex parts with minimal surface imperfections, reducing the need for additional finishing and lowering overall costs. We can form intricate shapes and angles with minimal thin-out to maintain precise tolerances from a variety of metals. Hydroforming eliminates costs associated with traditional metal forming and surface finishing for defense parts, as no dies or cast plastics are necessary for prototyping.
In the defense industry, pressurized containers are crucial for holding materials like liquid fuel and fire-suppressant foams. We deliver high-quality pressurized containers through hydroforming, ensuring minimal surface imperfections that meet stringent specifications. This is critical as surface flaws can compromise the integrity of pressurized vessels used in military equipment.
Our in-house, NADCAP-approved heat treating services are crucial for enhancing the strength and fatigue life of metal defense components. We have extensive experience in heat treating parts such as vehicle engine brackets, hydraulic fittings, and armor components. Our operations meet stringent defense standards including AS9100, ISO 9001, and ITAR registration.
Jones Metal Products is a trusted military vehicle parts manufacturer. We can help recreate older parts from discontinued runs while maintaining high standards of quality and consistent production. Our manufacturing processes include heat treating, hydroforming, rubber pad forming, and stretch forming.
Rubber pad forming is a defense component manufacturing process that starts with a form block, which we machine according to each customer’s needs. This process is ideal for customers interested in prototypes or trying new designs without expensive steel tools. It’s best suited for aluminum but can also be used with thin specialty metal blanks, including titanium and various stainless steels.
Jones Metal is trusted to manufacture replacement parts that meet the high-quality levels required by military standards. Our hydroforming method can deliver legacy parts cost-effectively. We offer in-house hydroforming, fluid cell forming, rubber pad forming, and heat treatment processes, helping defense contractors save on costs, development, and delivery times.
We specialize in stretch forming for defense parts, allowing precise shape control, structural integrity, and superior surface quality. We can produce parts up to 72″ long, 27″ wide, and 5.5″ deep, using various metals including stainless steel, titanium, and specialty alloys like Inconel and Hastelloy.
As an armor panel manufacturer, our team of engineers, designers, and technicians is equipped to produce high-quality armor panels for various defense applications. Hydroforming allows us to design and manufacture complex shapes and parts that align with the necessary structure for these panels. We can work with materials including aluminum, steel alloys, and titanium to meet specific defense requirements.
Contact Jones Metal for CMMC Level 2 Compliant Defense Manufacturing
With our CMMC Level 2 compliance, advanced hydroforming capabilities, comprehensive in-house processes, and decades of experience in defense manufacturing, Jones Metal is your ideal partner for precision defense components. From aircraft parts to missile systems, we deliver the quality, security, and reliability that the defense industry demands.
Contact us today to discuss how we can support your defense manufacturing needs with our CMMC Level 2 compliant processes and state-of-the-art hydroforming capabilities.