Articles & Resources from Duval Precision Grinding
Precision Grinding of Aerospace Component Samples for Fatigue and Stress Testing
Duval Precision Grinding has a long company history with grinding aerospace components. One of our specialties is radial and surface finishing of coated component samples which are later subject to tensile and fatigue testing by our customers. Aerospace Components...
Prepping for Continued Growth in Precision Grinding for 2017
This has been a record year of growth for Duval Precision Grinding and we are preparing to ramp up for an even bigger year ahead. As January approaches, our team is doing its part to meet with clients; upgrade and maintain equipment; and plan new, landmark goals that...
Interview with an Engineer: Brandon Habin of Alden Discusses the Importance of Precision
Recently, we sat down with Brandon Habin, an engineer with Alden, to discuss the importance of precision in manufacturing. What do you do at Alden? I work with a department that builds, tests, and optimizes systems primarily dealing with water, such as water for power...
OD Grinding for Plasma-Coated Knife-Edge Engine Seal
Recently, a tier-one manufacturer—known for its ability to handle complex components and assemblies for engine applications in the aerospace industry—approached Duval for the precision grinding services of engine seals. The seals were complex knife-edge seals made of...
Plating Problems: Strong Vendor Relationships Solve Chrome Plating Problem
A longtime Duval customer recently sought our help in solving a difficult supply chain issue that was causing unnecessary delays in their product turnaround time. The customer produces critical aerospace components, for which Duval provides precision grinding...
Flexible Precision Grinding Services Support Increased Customer Demand
Recently, a producer of electronic actuators stopped by our grinding facility to review operations. The OEM has been a Duval customer for nearly a year and the workload has been steadily increasing as their company continues to expand. The customer’s company is...
Building the Team: Duval Precision Grinding Welcomes New Sales and Process Engineer
Our team of grinding and manufacturing experts continues to grow as Duval Precision Grinding forges ahead into the second half of 2016. We’ve added personnel to help accommodate the increased demand for our reliable, high-quality precision grinding services. Customer...
How We Use Lean Manufacturing Principles to Optimize Grinding Results
It starts with a commitment. At Duval Precision Grinding, our commitment to lean manufacturing has allowed us to reach a whole new level of excellence. Rather than having a production system focused simply on churning out finished ground products, we have used the...
Continuous Learning and Fresh Perspectives Revitalize Team Expertise
Duval machinists are encouraged to seek continued education in their fields as a way to stay up to date on the latest technologies and more. The newest addition to our team of grinding experts is Chris, a veteran of the manufacturing industry who has worked in the...
Aerospace Rocket Fuel Seal with Chrome Plating Is Treated with OD Grinding, ID Grinding, and Lapping Services
Specialized Aerospace Components Engineered for Space At Duval Precision Grinding, we welcome new and exciting challenges. Recently, a client sought our help in producing a custom fuel seal that would be part of a space rocket. All of the aerospace components we help...
How to Choose A Precision Grinding Vendor
