4. Steps
Parts are first machined by the CNC
department.
Next parts are deburred and cleaned.
Some parts receive a special finish prior to
assembly.
The multiple parts are then assembled together.
Some parts receive a special finish after
assembly.
5. Helicoils
Many parts have helicoils installed by assembly
prior to the smaller assemblies being joined for a
larger assembly.
6. Marking
The assembly department also performs
marking.
This includes a part number and dash number,
rev (revision) and manufacturers number.
7. Assembly Department
The assembly department uses different tools to
install helicoils.
They also make use of a press, hand tools and
files as needed.
8. Assembly Department Employees
Employees must be properly trained to read
blueprints, specs and marking procedures.
They must be able to make sure that all
components are included in the final assembly.