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CNC machining skills are in high demand on Long Island, playing a pivotal role in precision manufacturing. At Precipart, machining isn’t just about shaping metal; it’s about crafting essential components that are transforming lives worldwide-from life-saving medical devices to cutting-edge aerospace innovations. As technology continues to evolve, the demand for skilled machinists is rising, making… Read more »

Precipart, a preferred supplier of high precision custom mechanical components, gears, and motion control solutions for the most recognized names in the medical, aerospace, and industrial fields, was recently named a Top Long Island Workplace by Newsday. Top workplaces are places where employees feel alignment with a company’s values and direction, where colleagues cooperate, diverse… Read more »

Swiss turning refers to a specialized process for machining small, high precision turned parts. The Swiss Screw machine, also known as the Swiss Lathe, Swiss Automatic and Sliding Headstock Lathe, was developed in 19th century Switzerland to facilitate mass production of the miniature screws needed to support the growing watch industry. It far exceeds the precision and… Read more »

A comprehensive feasibility study, as part of an effective DFM process, should examine key specifications of a gear or motion control system and the potential design issues that may occur throughout the life of a device, while offering recommendations to address performance issues in various environments and conditions. Application Requirements Are Important to a Feasibility… Read more »

Precipart believes in the promise of the disciplines within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and STEM-related fields.  For this reason, we collaborate with the STEM program at Eastern Suffolk BOCES High School in an initiative to inspire and prepare students for STEM careers. What is “STEM” and why is It Important? If you follow… Read more »

Have you considered 3D printing miniature micro mechanical components or assemblies for your medical device? Here are five reasons why now might be the time to do so. 1. Fuel Innovation The impact of 3D printing on accelerating innovation for minimally invasive devices and surgical robotics can’t be overstated. It opens up a world of… Read more »

Electrical Discharge Machining EDM is a nontraditional precision machining process whereby a typically conductive material work piece has features created by the controlled erosion of material using electrical discharges (sparks). At its core, Electrical Discharge Machining involves two electrodes (one being the work piece) separated by a dielectric liquid, typically deionized water or oil. When… Read more »

Tuesday February 13, 2019 marked the official end of NASA’s Mars Opportunity rover mission. Launched on July 7, 2003, Opportunity landed on January 25, 2004. Originally designed to run for 90 Martian sols (92 Earth days), the exploration spanned almost 5,515 Earth days—just over 15 years. The Mars rover shocked engineers (and all of mankind)… Read more »

On November 5, 2016, Precipart hosted a private tour at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, New York, gathering more than 100 of its employees and their family members to observe the unveiling of its latest display in commemoration of the aviation industry. The updated display features an ejection seat actuator for fighter jets, such as the Joint Strike Fighter, along with loose gears representative of the gears found in the Mars Rover and across commercial Airbus and Boeing jets.

Some of Precipart Group’s most important strategic accounts are located in the U.K. and Ireland, where we have had a Sales Representative stationed for many years. As our business interests in the region have grown, we felt it important to have a direct presence in the territory, and to that end, established Precipart Ltd., a… Read more »

What is Project Daniel? In March of 2013, then 14 year old Daniel Omar was tending his family’s cows in the Nuba Mountains of South Sudan when bombs were released overhead. He jumped behind a tree for cover, wrapping his arms around its trunk. The bomb landed a few yards away. While the tree trunk… Read more »

We commonly associate the act of helping others with volunteering for a charity, donating funds, or simply lending a hand. But, positive social actions can take many forms and come from many different places, including the world of mechanical engineering.

Cyber security attacks continue to dominate the headlines as nefarious parties obtain and weaponize sensitive personal and technical data. Companies working on government contracts are high on the list of attractive targets for such malicious efforts, so in order to combat these threats, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has provided NIST Special… Read more »