Key Capabilities and Custom Machining Services
Specialty In-House Services for Refractory and Other Exotic Metals
Whether you need a prototype to start a project or are ready for full high-volume production, Leading Edge Metals can support your refractory and exotic metal needs. We have expanded our in-house capabilities to provide essential custom machining services and can also tap into our global network of trusted partners to ensure we get you what you need in the format and time frame you need it. Our team of specialists has extensive experience in working with refractory and other exotic metals.
In-House Capabilities
You don’t just need exotic and refractory metals. You need them in a specific size, shape, and format. From custom machining services and laser engraving to expert inspection, network capabilities, and just-in-time fulfillment, our expanded in-house capabilities enable us to work with the specialty materials we source to meet the specifications of your application.
Cutting and Custom Machining Services
Leading Edge Metals can perform custom machining services and cutting at our facility using the Omax Maxium and 5555 precision waterjet technology as well as utilizing horizontal ban saw and sheer.
Laser Engraving
We also offer custom laser engraving using the Beamer Laser Marking System B Series to help deliver essential elements like serialization, traceability, tracking, 2D codes, and decorative laser marking.
Inspection Services
Leading Edge Metals offers full CMM inspection capabilities using Zeiss Contura, Keyence IM, and Keyence XM. We also offer first article inspection reports compliant to AS9102.
Network capabilities
Utilizing our approved network, our services include but are not limited to CNC Machining, Milling, Drilling, Boring, Turning, Threading, Grinding, Heat Treating, Stamping, Forging, Rolling, Extruding, Non-Destructive Testing (Ultrasonic, FPI), and Plating.
Just-in-time fulfillment
Leading Edge Metals & Alloys can ship to your business in the time interval that you require: weekly, monthly, or quarterly. Let us know what works for you!
Product Selection and Purchasing Options
Leading Edge offers a wide range of products in multiple shapes and sizes, even in small quantities. Many are available for immediate shipment from our warehouse. If we don’t have the specialty material you need, there’s a good chance we can find it. With our flexible purchasing options, you can ensure materials are available when they’re needed. Purchasing options include blanket orders, just-in-time delivery, and consignment materials.
Special Commitment to Compliance and Quality
Leading Edge Metals & Alloys adheres to quality compliance certification standards and statutory regulations that pertain not only to the exotic materials we provide but also to our processes, custom machining services, and other aspects of our in-house expertise. We know the exotic and refractory metals industry, and our materials specialists provide expert counsel on metal selection and inspection to ensure you receive materials that meet or exceed your expectations.
Our team of experts has more than 100 years of combined experience in exotic and refractory metals, and we are committed to responsible, quality sourcing and use processes as well as ethical practices that benefit our customers, people, and planet.
Leading Edge Metals & Alloys Certifications include:
- ISO9001:2015 and AS9100D Registered
- ITAR Registered
- DD2345 JCP Approval
- NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Compliant
