Comply365
Acquisition in 2020
Comply365, LLC is a software company based in Beloit, Wisconsin, specializing in compliance management solutions for various industries, including aviation, aerospace, import/export, and food. Founded in 2008 and formerly known as Balanced IT Solutions LLC, the company provides a comprehensive hosted platform that streamlines compliance processes such as document management, publication control, and compliance tracking. Comply365's offerings include customizable solutions like an XML-based authoring tool, content distribution systems, software integration, and training materials. This suite of enterprise mobility software is designed to address challenges in content management, enabling organizations to efficiently manage workflows and maintain compliance in a rapidly changing environment. Through its innovative solutions, Comply365 aims to empower clients with the agility and intelligence necessary to maintain a competitive edge.
Onboard Systems
Acquisition in 2019
Onboard Systems International specializes in designing and manufacturing helicopter cargo hook equipment, offering a comprehensive range of products under its TALON brand. The company’s lineup includes belly hooks, cargo hook suspension systems, onboard weighing systems, remote hooks, and longline equipment, catering to both civil and military helicopter operators. Established in 1975 and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, with a sales office in the United Kingdom, Onboard Systems focuses on delivering innovative, low-weight, and high-quality solutions that enhance safety and cost efficiency for its customers. By emphasizing customer-driven designs and responsive service, the company aims to meet the needs of airframe manufacturers and commercial operators, thus ensuring low ongoing maintenance costs for its products.
Aircraft Performance Group
Acquisition in 2018
Aircraft Performance Group (APG), founded in 1999 and based in Castle Rock, Colorado, specializes in providing enterprise solutions for flight operations engineering. Their offerings include runway analysis software called iPreFlight, which assists pilots and dispatchers with determining useful load for flights, calculating emergency returns, and using weather data to calculate V-speeds for takeoff and landing. The software also includes tools like the Maximum Payload Estimator (MPE) and aircraft floor plan diagrams. APG offers a library of training videos on various topics related to flight performance and safety. Their services are accessible through a mobile application called APG WB and a web portal known as ATLAS, serving both airlines and corporate aircraft operators. The company was established by individuals with extensive experience in the aviation industry, including previous involvement with Aircraft Performance Unlimited, Inc., which was acquired by Jeppesen in 1995.
AeroCision
Acquisition in 2018
AeroCision, LLC is a manufacturer specializing in aerospace-quality machining, providing a range of complex engine components and assemblies for the global aerospace industry. Established in 1958 and based in Chester, Connecticut, the company produces high-precision parts made from super alloys and exotic materials, including rings, seal assemblies, castings, and machined turbine engine parts. AeroCision also offers services such as precision machining, metals testing, and machine overhaul, aimed at enhancing product quality and reducing operational costs for aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). In addition to its main facility in the United States, AeroCision operates a joint venture factory in Bengaluru, India. The company has been a subsidiary of Bromford Industries Limited since 2018.
Dunlop Aircraft Tyres
Acquisition in 2017
Dunlop Aircraft Tyres Ltd., based in Birmingham, UK, is a specialized manufacturer of aircraft tires and tubes, serving the aerospace and defense industries. With a history spanning 107 years, the company has gained worldwide recognition as the only dedicated aircraft tire manufacturer and retreader. Dunlop Aircraft Tyres designs and produces tires for various aircraft types, including narrow-bodied and wide-bodied commercial and military planes, employing advanced precision manufacturing and retreading techniques. The company is committed to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the aviation industry, offering a comprehensive range of products supported by 24/7 service. Its esteemed clientele includes major international airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and maintenance facilities globally.
Quatro Composites
Acquisition in 2017
Quatro Composites, LLC is a specialized manufacturer and designer of advanced composite components serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. Founded in 2004 and based in Orange City, Iowa, the company produces a wide range of products, including structural components for commercial and military aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles, and various medical applications such as diagnostic imaging and orthopedic devices. Quatro Composites is known for its ability to create lightweight, strong, and safe structures, utilizing advanced technologies and qualified processes like prepreg layup and autoclave curing. Their offerings also include design optimization services, quick prototyping, and production of carbon fiber composites, catering to clients across multiple industries, from aviation and robotics to wind energy. In 2014, Quatro Composites rebranded from its former name, Tec Industries, LLC, and operates as a subsidiary of AIM Aerospace, Inc.
ZTM is a supplier of machined parts and assemblies, focusing on large, complex metallic components primarily for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is notable for providing high-value products for major Boeing commercial aerospace platforms, including the 737 and 787. Its largest customers include The Boeing Company and Spirit AeroSystems, which underscores its significance within the aerospace supply chain. By enhancing Accurus's offerings on these key aircraft platforms, ZTM expands its customer base and strengthens its presence in the central United States, particularly in Wichita, a crucial hub for aerospace manufacturing.
J&M Machine
Acquisition in 2016
J&M Machine was founded in 1950, and over the years we've achieved extraordinary levels of excellence in CNC machining. J&M Machine Products runs three shifts and has two plants with over 80,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Their customers have learned first-hand how responsive they are no matter what they need, or when they need it. We work closely with them, listening to their needs, handling their issues promptly, and ensuring that every single job is completed on time and on budget. We at J&M are proud of the reputation that our strong commitment to quality and service has earned us.
Bromford Industries
Acquisition in 2016
Bromford Industries is a privately owned company that operates globally, providing precision machined components, fabrications, and assemblies. The company serves prominent original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, marine, power generation, and nuclear industries. Bromford Industries is recognized for its strong commitment to health and safety, ensuring high standards in its operations.
AIM Aerospace
Acquisition in 2016
AIM Aerospace is a prominent Tier II independent supplier specializing in the design and manufacture of composite ducting, substructural parts, and interior components for the commercial aerospace industry. Established through the acquisition of AIM Group in 2016, the company is headquartered in Renton, Washington, with additional facilities in Auburn and Sumner. AIM Aerospace provides a diverse range of offerings, including ultra-lightweight composite structures, engine components, and thermoplastic technology products, catering to clients across general aviation, commercial aerospace, unmanned aerial vehicles, and defense sectors. The company is dedicated to enhancing its capabilities and expanding its customer base through strategic investments, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery for its products.
Accurus Aerospace
Acquisition in 2015
Accurus Aerospace is a Tier II supplier that specializes in the production and distribution of complex metallic formed and machined parts and assemblies for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company focuses on machining a variety of materials, including aluminum alloys and hard or exotic metals. Its product offerings include critical components such as aircraft wing ribs, bulkheads, stringers, longerons, and floor beams. In addition to manufacturing, Accurus Aerospace provides assembly and processing services, precision machining of metal alloys, and non-destructive testing to identify defects in machined parts. The company also offers supply chain management services, enhancing its ability to deliver cost-effective solutions and ensure timely product availability for its clients in the global aerospace industry.