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Alken Increases Machining Capacity and Capability!

Alken named to Sikorsky top 100

Alken Industries Awarded Innovative DLA Business Performer of the Year

Alken Industries receives the Northrop Grumman Preferred Level - Platinum Source Supplier Award


Alken Increases Machining Capacity and Capability!
In keeping with Alken’s plan of continuous improvement, and maintaining a competitive edge, Alken is pleased to announce the addition of a Makino A81M 6 Pallet Horizontal Machining center. In this challenging economy, Alken continues to grow to better serve our customers!

The A81M features a 50 hp motor, 8000 RPM spindle with super high torque (M) spindle with 1009Nm of torque. These features add to Alken’s capacity and capability for machining of Hard Metals. The 6 Pallet Magazine allows for multiple parts to remain setup, thereby eliminating setup time and turnaround time. Agility is what we offer our customers at no charge!
The Machine is scheduled for delivery the week of July 6th and is targeted to be fully operational by July 27th. Please make plans with your Account Managers to stop by and see our newest addition, and stay tuned for future announcements on how Alken Industries can better serve you
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Alken named to Sikorsky top 100 (click for details)


The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Alken “Innovative Business Performer of the Year.” They were nominated by the Defense Supply Center Richmond for dedication and outstanding support to the Defense Logistics Agency and the A-10 Thunderbolt (warthog).

“ Alken Industries Inc. has made an indelible mark on the military and placed the Defense Supply Center Richmond in the global spotlight with its unique services and outstanding support for the A-10 Aircraft service life extension program 1 wing production. Alken has been able to cut delivery of a critical part in half, which has kept the service life extension program 1 wing production line from shutting down. This award recognizes Alken’s dedication and outstanding customer support in supplying innovative and cost effective material to support the defense Logistics Agency and the warfighter. Nominated by the Defense Supply Center Richmond.

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Alken was awarded the Preferred Level - Platinum Source Plaque from Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems in June, 2009. Click for more details

 

 

 


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