Superior Joining Technologies
Provides precision welding, CNC machining, additive manufacturing (3D metal deposition printing), and NDT inspection services for aerospace, defense, and medical industries, reducing lead times and enabling complex part production.
- CEO / Founder
- Teresa Beach-Shelow
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $350K
Technology & Products
Key Products
Precision welding services (TIG, laser); CNC machining (5-axis); Additive manufacturing (3D metal deposition printing); Non-destructive testing (NDT) inspection; Laser cutting and marking; CMM measuring
Technological Advantage
Proprietary 3D metal deposition process achieves high-density metal parts (exact density unspecified) for aerospace applications, protected by operational certifications (AS9100D, ITAR, NADCAP) rather than patents, creating regulatory and quality moats.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces aerospace component lead times by 30-50% through integrated AM and traditional manufacturing, cuts costs by 20-40% via on-demand production, and ensures compliance with AS9100D, ITAR, and NADCAP certifications for mission-critical parts.
How They Differentiate
Offers integrated AM and precision welding under one roof with NADCAP laser welding certification (vs. competitors focusing solely on machining or welding), 3x faster turnaround for complex aerospace brackets compared to traditional suppliers (2-4 weeks vs. 6-8 weeks).
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace OEMs, defense contractors, medical device manufacturers requiring high-precision, certified manufacturing services
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Medical; Nuclear; Maritime; Automotive
Competitors
ZYCI CNC Machining; Laser Impressions; Metal Works of High Point
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Annual revenue reported as $3M-$6.9M; team size 18-26 employees; expanded to 55,000 sq ft facility in 2017.
Major Milestones
Founded in 1992; Achieved AS9100 and NADCAP certifications; Expanded into additive manufacturing with 3D metal deposition printing (2020s); Moved to 55,000 sq ft facility in Machesney Park, IL (2017); Added ISO medical certification for AM services
Notable Customers
Major aerospace and medical industry clients