Forging Excellence in Every Sector
From our roots in aerospace precision forgings, APP has evolved to meet growing demands across multiple industries seeking lightweight, cost-effective aluminum solutions. Our expertise in advanced forging technologies has made us the partner of choice for companies where high-performance aluminum components are critical to success. Today, APP proudly serves the following industries with our specialized forging capabilities.
Aerospace
Since our inception, APP has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation. Our precision aluminum forgings delivered such significant cost savings to airframe manufacturers that it rapidly expanded our reach throughout the Department of Defense supply chain and into rotary aircraft applications.
Today, our aerospace portfolio includes hundreds of thousands of critical components flying on commercial and military aircraft worldwide, supported by our library of over 10,000 aerospace-specific forging dies. Our uncompromising commitment to precision and quality has earned us prestigious opportunities with NASA, including components for the Mars Rover Sky Crane and Space Shuttle programs.
Automotive
APP has successfully transferred our aerospace forging expertise to meet the demanding requirements of the automotive industry. Our high-strength, lightweight aluminum components deliver the perfect balance of performance, durability, and weight reduction that today’s vehicle manufacturers require.
The superior metallurgical integrity of our forgings provides automotive engineers with components that outperform alternatives while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Leading automotive manufacturers and aftermarket specialists rely on APP’s design collaboration and manufacturing precision for components ranging from critical brake systems and suspension elements to high-performance engine parts and structural components.
Our automotive solutions contribute to improved fuel efficiency, enhanced vehicle performance, and increased reliability—proving that aerospace-grade precision has a natural home in advanced automotive applications.
Defense
APP has proudly contributed to America’s defense capabilities for decades, applying our precision manufacturing expertise to mission-critical military applications. Our high-performance aluminum forgings meet the exceptional reliability standards required for defense systems where failure is not an option.
We’ve earned the trust of prime defense contractors by consistently producing integral components for sophisticated weapons platforms including the Patriot, Cruise, and Trident missile systems. Our manufacturing processes satisfy stringent quality and security requirements, while our aluminum expertise helps create lighter, stronger military hardware that advances national security objectives.
Industrial
Industrial machinery operating around the clock, seven days a week, demands components that can withstand relentless use. APP’s aluminum forgings provide this exceptional reliability through their fundamentally superior metallurgical properties.
The molecular structure created during our forging process transforms standard aluminum into components with enhanced strength and durability characteristics. This molecular optimization is why our forgings outperform conventional parts in demanding industrial environments. When machinery must operate continuously without failure, the intrinsic qualities of our forged components deliver the performance industrial manufacturers depend on.
Locomotive
APP produces precision-forged impellers essential for locomotive turbocharger systems. These critical components must withstand extreme thermal conditions and intense mechanical stresses inherent in railway propulsion systems. Our specialized aluminum forgings deliver the exceptional heat transfer properties and structural integrity required for these demanding applications.
The superior metallurgical characteristics of our forged impellers enable them to maintain dimensional stability and operational efficiency under the continuous high-temperature, high-RPM conditions found in locomotive turbochargers. This reliability is crucial for maintaining optimal engine performance and fuel efficiency in heavy-duty railway operations where component failure is not an option.
Motorsports
Fast-paced, high-octane motorsports manufacturers value both the exceptional durability and customization potential of APP’s forged components. In this competitive arena where differentiation is crucial, our ability to create custom-designed parts that fulfill a designer’s specific vision is a significant advantage.
APP delivers motorsports components that excel beyond mere aesthetics, providing critical performance characteristics including optimal weight distribution, perfect balance, and superior corrosion resistance. Our specialized forging processes create parts that can withstand the extreme conditions of competitive racing while contributing to overall vehicle performance and distinctive design language that helps teams and manufacturers stand apart from their competition.
Power Generation
Alternative energy markets are expanding at an accelerated pace, creating increased demand for high-performance components. APP produces forged aluminum parts specifically designed to support power generation systems in these growing industries. Our forgings deliver the optimal combination of strength, durability, and corrosion resistance that renewable energy applications require.
The inherent cost-effectiveness of our forging processes makes APP an ideal partner for the evolving power generation sector. Our specialized aluminum components, including critical elements for wind turbine braking systems, provide the reliable performance and longevity needed in demanding renewable energy installations where maintenance access is limited and system integrity is paramount.
Semiconductor
APP delivers non-corrosive, lightweight, and cost-effective aluminum components specifically engineered for the demanding semiconductor industry. Our forgings provide the minimal dimensional variation critical for semiconductor manufacturing equipment where precision is paramount.
The superior durability and design customization capabilities of our forged parts offer significant advantages to semiconductor equipment manufacturers. Our specialized products, including top and bottom vacuum chambers, maintain their integrity and performance in the highly controlled environments required for semiconductor fabrication processes. These precision components contribute to the exacting standards needed for advanced microchip production.
Sports & Leisure
APP’s comprehensive range of forged components for high-performance sporting equipment applications. Our ability to produce lightweight parts precisely shaped to our customers’ design specifications makes us an ideal partner for manufacturers seeking competitive advantages through superior equipment.
Our specialized forgings provide the optimal blend of strength, weight reduction, and durability required for demanding sports applications. From archery risers and bicycle components to specialized equipment for various sporting activities, APP’s custom aluminum forgings help manufacturers create distinctive, high-performance products that stand out in the competitive sports and leisure markets. Our forgings deliver the reliability and performance characteristics that serious enthusiasts demand.
Industry Leadership Through Precision Forgings
At Aluminum Precision Products, our expertise spans diverse industries, delivering specialized aluminum forgings that meet the most demanding requirements across sectors. From our roots in aerospace to our expansion into defense, automotive, industrial, and beyond, we maintain our commitment to metallurgical excellence and precision manufacturing. Our unique forging processes create components with superior strength-to-weight ratios, enhanced durability, and optimal performance characteristics. As markets evolve, APP continues to advance aluminum forging technology to meet new challenges, reinforcing our position as the preferred global resource for high-performance, precision-forged aluminum components.
