Advancing Aerospace Manufacturing with Swiss Machining
At Liberty Precision, Swiss machining is one of the technologies that sets our shop apart. This service plays a central role in supporting our customers across aerospace, defense, and other industries where precision is mission-critical.
With a fleet of modern Swiss machines, including models with up to nine axes, our team delivers the accuracy, repeatability, and speed that complex components demand. By pairing automation with highly trained machinists, Liberty Precision continues to raise the bar for aerospace manufacturing.
Why Swiss Machining Matters in Aerospace and Defense
Swiss machining services are often described as the pinnacle of automation. Unlike conventional CNC milling or turning, a Swiss machine can perform several operations at once, frequently running multiple programs simultaneously. This capability eliminates unnecessary secondary operations, reduces handling, and keeps part-to-part consistency exceptionally high.
For aerospace and defense customers, this is especially valuable. Complex machining requirements like tight tolerances, multiple features, or intricate geometries can all be achieved in a single setup. Many of our Swiss machines are equipped with glass scale technology, enabling us to hold tolerances down to ±0.0001”. Previously, such accuracy would have required additional operations like grinding, but now it’s achievable directly off the machine.
This translates into faster lead times, competitive pricing, and higher confidence for customers sourcing contract manufacturing solutions for mission-critical programs.
Automation and Lights-Out Efficiency
One of the biggest advantages of Swiss machining is its compatibility with lights-out production. By closely monitoring tool life, offsets, and process data, our machinists can determine which projects are stable enough to run unattended for hours at a time.
This strategy bridges the gap between shifts, boosts throughput, and maximizes efficiency. In fact, Liberty Precision has seen throughput improvements of over 200% by leveraging lights-out machining. For customers requiring tight schedules, this means faster delivery without sacrificing quality.
Building Skilled Teams for the Future
Behind every machine is a team of dedicated professionals. At Liberty Precision, we view training and Forwardskilling as essential to both quality and employee growth.
Mentorship in action: Experienced machinists guide new team members, while newer operators reinforce their knowledge by training others under supervision.
Layered progression: Training starts with machine operation, then advances to setup, troubleshooting, and eventually programming.
Formal programs: Team members participate in courses at local technical colleges and receive OEM training from Tsugami, one of our Swiss machine manufacturers.
Progress tracking: Using digital tools, we log training milestones and skillsets for every machinist, ensuring accountability and consistency.
This structured approach builds confidence, develops leaders, and strengthens our reputation as a precision machine shop that emphasizes both safety and performance.
A Culture of Continuous Improvement
Swiss machining is inherently complex, with multiple axes, tools, and simultaneous operations to manage. To meet this challenge, Liberty Precision fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Machinists are encouraged to problem-solve on the spot, propose enhancements, and take ownership of outcomes.
Leadership supports this mindset by empowering decision-making at the floor level. With roles like lead machinists and dedicated trainers, we’ve created clear career pathways while also accelerating troubleshooting and process improvements. The result is a team that takes pride in not just meeting expectations, but in finding new ways to exceed them.
Swiss Machining as a Strategic Advantage
For aerospace and defense OEMs, supply chain confidence depends on more than just machining skill; it requires a partner who can deliver complex parts, meet strict certifications, and do so consistently. As an AS9100D certified machine shop, Liberty Precision aligns our Swiss machining services with the exacting requirements of modern aerospace manufacturing.
Our investment in technology and people allows us to deliver unmatched value. By combining automation, advanced equipment, and a skilled workforce, Liberty Precision is helping customers strengthen supply chains and achieve long-term success.
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