Choosing the wrong machining method can lead to costly rework, missed deadlines, or components that fail under pressure. Here’s how to avoid that. Two of the most common approaches in modern manufacturing are Swiss CNC machining and conventional CNC machining. While both deliver precision, they’re engineered...
In today's fast-paced manufacturing world, precision, versatility, and efficiency are more important than ever. That’s where abrasive waterjet cutting comes in—a powerful, cold-cutting process that’s redefining what’s possible across aerospace, tactical defense, automotive, medical, and more. At Mainstream, we combine cutting-edge waterjet technology with deep...
Over the years, as Mainstream’s partnerships evolved, our capability needs evolved to encompass the growing demand to become a more vertically integrated supplier. Our investments in CNC machining and fabrication capabilities, such as multi-axis milling, turning, Swiss machining, welding, forming, and assembly opened up opportunities...
Mainstream has supported a handful of customers that require tensile buttons for pull tests in the thermal spray industry. With our Swiss machining capability, we have been able to reduce the cycle times by as much as 50% to produce tensile buttons. At the same...
By developing customer partnerships, Mainstream is able to offer additional machining capability on top of our standard service. A particularly successful partnership is one we’ve established with CNC Swiss Machining. In the fall of 2018, a few of our customers were experiencing high delinquency rates. They...
Mainstream Waterjet is currently an ISO certified company. Mainstream is on course to achieve AS9100 certification by July 2019. By achieving AS9100 certification, Mainstream will continue to enhance a dynamic focus on our customers and open the door for additional opportunities where AS9100 certification is required. Our...
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