Precision Contract ManufacturingComplete Solutions from Chandler Industries
Chandler Industries is a nationally recognized precision contract manufacturer delivering AS9100D certified CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, Nadcap accredited welding, complex assembly, and electronic connectors to aerospace, defense, medical, energy, and industrial customers across the United States.
What Is Precision Contract Manufacturing?
Precision contract manufacturing is the process of producing highly specified, tight-tolerance components and assemblies on behalf of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and prime contractors — delivering finished parts that meet exacting engineering drawings, material specifications, and quality certifications without the customer investing in their own production infrastructure.
At Chandler Industries, precision contract manufacturing means combining advanced CNC machining technology, certified quality management systems, and deep engineering expertise to produce components that perform reliably in the most demanding environments — from aircraft cabins to defense systems to medical operating rooms.
The value of a true precision contract manufacturer lies in its ability to consolidate a customer’s supply chain. Rather than managing separate vendors for machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly, Chandler delivers finished assemblies and sub-assemblies from a single source — reducing lead times, improving quality consistency, and dramatically simplifying procurement for national customers across all 50 states.
Founded over 50 years ago and now part of the BTX Precision Group, Chandler Industries brings the capabilities of a large manufacturing platform with the responsiveness and accountability customers expect from a dedicated manufacturing partner.
Everything Under One Roof
- Precision CNC Machining — Milling, turning, EDM
- Sheet Metal Fabrication — Laser cutting, forming, punching
- Nadcap Accredited Welding — Certified special processes
- Complex Assembly — Full sub-assemblies & assemblies
- Electronic Connectors — Backshells, shells, micro components
- Metal Finishing — Surface treatment & coating
- Engineering Support — DFM, lean manufacturing
Comprehensive Capabilities — One Supply Chain Partner
Chandler Industries offers a complete suite of precision manufacturing services that cover the full production cycle — from raw material to finished assembly. Each capability is backed by certified quality systems and decades of application expertise.
Precision Machining
Advanced 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC milling and turning for the most demanding aerospace, defense, and medical components. Tight tolerances, complex geometries, and repeatable accuracy across high-volume production runs.
- CNC Milling — 3, 4 & 5-axis
- CNC Turning — OD, ID, Swiss
- Wire EDM — Complex geometries
- Robotic Automation — High volume
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Complete sheet metal fabrication under one roof. Laser cutting, CNC punching, forming, and certified welding — delivering precision fabricated components and assemblies from prototype through production.
- Laser Cutting — Precision profiling
- Forming — Press brake bending
- Punching — CNC punch press
- Welding — MIG, TIG, spot
Nadcap Accredited Welding
Certified welding processes meeting the most demanding aerospace and defense quality standards. Nadcap accreditation means our welding quality systems are independently verified to meet the exacting requirements of prime contractors.
- Fusion Welding — Aerospace grade
- TIG, MIG & resistance welding
- Stainless, aluminum, titanium
- Independently audited annually
Complex Assembly
From individual machined components to complete mechanical, electromechanical, and structural assemblies. Chandler’s assembly capabilities allow customers to receive finished sub-assemblies and complete programs from a single source — simplifying supply chains and improving on-time delivery.
- Mechanical & electromechanical
- Structural & aerostructure assembly
- Full program assembly management
- Kitting & packaging services
Electronic Connectors
Precision machined connector shells, backshells, and micro-miniature components for mission-critical aerospace, defense, and communications systems. Tight tolerances, specialized alloys, and certified quality systems for connector applications where failure is not an option.
- Connector shells & backshells
- Micro-miniature components
- Aluminum, stainless, titanium
- Defense & aerospace rated
Engineering & DFM Support
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) consulting that helps customers reduce production costs, improve quality, and accelerate time-to-production before tooling is cut. Lean manufacturing expertise and process optimization for sustained competitive advantage.
- DFM Consulting — Cost reduction
- Lean Manufacturing — Process efficiency
- Tolerance & material optimization
- Prototype to production support
Precision Manufacturing for the Most Demanding Industries
Chandler Industries has built deep expertise in the industries where tolerance, certification, and on-time delivery are not negotiable. Our quality systems, capabilities, and experience are specifically calibrated for the applications that define each market.
Aerospace
Precision components for commercial, military, and business aircraft programs. AS9100D certified quality systems meet the procurement requirements of the aerospace industry’s most demanding prime contractors and OEMs.
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Defense
Fixed wing, rotor wing, and weapons system components manufactured to defense-grade specifications. Nadcap accredited welding, NIST compliance, and stringent quality controls for mission-critical defense applications.
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Medical
ISO 13485 certified precision manufacturing for medical devices, surgical instruments, and diagnostic equipment. Full traceability, biocompatible material expertise, and quality documentation for FDA-regulated applications.
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Energy
Precision components for exploration, refining, and distribution applications. Complex machined parts for downhole tools, flow control systems, and refinery equipment requiring high-strength alloys and tight tolerances.
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Industrial
Machined and fabricated components for process control, cryogenic systems, and flow control applications. Chandler’s industrial manufacturing experience spans decades of serving OEMs across the full spectrum of industrial equipment.
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Electronic Connectors
Connector shells, backshells, and micro-miniature components for defense and aerospace interconnect systems. Long Prairie facility specializes in tight-tolerance connector machining for mission-critical electronic systems.
Connector Capabilities →Quality Systems That Meet National & International Standards
Chandler Industries maintains an industry-leading certification portfolio that meets the quality system requirements of the most demanding aerospace, defense, and medical customers nationwide. Our certifications are not just credentials — they represent independently audited quality systems that govern every step of our manufacturing process.
Our quality certifications include AS9100D for aerospace and defense, ISO 9001 for general manufacturing quality management, ISO 13485 for medical device manufacturing, and Nadcap accreditation for special processes including welding. Our metrology equipment ensures dimensional accuracy is verified at every stage of production.
In addition to these core certifications, Chandler maintains NIST compliance for cybersecurity and manufacturing standards — a growing requirement for defense contractors and government supply chain programs. Our quality management system is designed to scale with customer requirements, providing the documentation, traceability, and audit readiness that national programs demand.
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Technical Data for Design & Procurement Engineers
Everything your engineering and procurement team needs to qualify Chandler Industries as a precision contract manufacturing partner — materials, envelopes, tolerances, and equipment data.
Materials
Complete list of materials Chandler machines and fabricates — aluminum alloys, stainless steels, titanium, Inconel, copper alloys, and specialty materials for aerospace, defense, and medical applications.
View Materials →Work Envelopes
Maximum part sizes and work envelopes across all machining and fabrication equipment at each of our four Minnesota facilities — essential for initial feasibility and quoting.
View Work Envelopes →Tolerances
Standard and precision tolerance capabilities across CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly processes — with notes on capability by operation type and material.
View Tolerances →Equipment List
Complete inventory of CNC machining centers, fabrication equipment, welding systems, and metrology instruments across all Chandler facilities — with model numbers and specifications.
View Equipment List →50+ Years. Four Facilities. One Commitment to Precision.
Chandler Industries has been a trusted precision contract manufacturing partner for over five decades. Founded in 1962, now part of the BTX Precision Group, Chandler brings the depth and breadth of a national manufacturing platform to every customer relationship.
The depth and breadth of capability that Chandler Industries offers as a contract manufacturer is the foundation of our ability to provide customers a more complete manufacturing solution. Combining precision machining with sheet metal fabrication, certified welding, complex assembly, and other processes allows Chandler to deliver complete assemblies or sub-assemblies — helping customers dramatically simplify their supply chains.
Our four strategically located Minnesota facilities each bring specialized capabilities to the Chandler platform — from the Blaine headquarters with over 100,000 square feet of advanced machining capacity, to the Long Prairie connector facility specializing in micro-miniature components. Together they form a vertically integrated manufacturing network capable of supporting the most demanding programs.
Chandler’s mission is to be the supplier of choice for customers in aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, and electronic connector markets seeking a manufacturing partner capable of producing highly specified machining, fabrication, and assemblies. Learn more about our divisional structure and how each facility contributes to our complete manufacturing platform.
Precision Contract Manufacturing Delivered Nationwide
Chandler Industries is not a regional supplier — we are a national precision contract manufacturer. Our four Minnesota production facilities ship precision components and complete assemblies to customers in all 50 states, serving the most demanding programs in aerospace, defense, medical, energy, and industrial markets coast to coast.
What makes national service work at Chandler is the combination of certified quality systems, comprehensive capabilities, and logistics infrastructure that supports consistent on-time delivery regardless of customer location. When you work with Chandler, geography is not a constraint — our certifications, capacity, and commitment travel with every shipment.
Our complete areas served guide breaks down our regional service coverage, the industries we prioritize in each region, and the contact information you need to start a conversation. Whether you’re a prime contractor on the West Coast, a medical device OEM in the Northeast, or a defense supplier in the Southeast — Chandler is ready to support your program.
View Areas Served →Midwest
MN WI IL IA MO MI OH IN ND SDNortheast & Mid-Atlantic
NY PA CT MA NJ MD VA DC NH MESoutheast
FL GA AL SC NC TN KY MS ARWest & Southwest
CA AZ WA OR NV CO NM UT IDSouth Central & Gulf Coast
TX LA OK KS NE WY MTAll 50 States
Nationwide deliverySupplier Resources & Reference Materials
Technical documentation, supplier quality requirements, and reference materials for Chandler Industries customers and supplier partners.
Project Gallery
Browse examples of precision-manufactured components, assemblies, and fabricated parts produced by Chandler Industries across aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial applications.
View Gallery →Supplier Information
Supplier qualification requirements, approved material lists, quality manuals, and documentation requirements for companies seeking to become approved suppliers to Chandler Industries.
Supplier Portal →Lean Manufacturing
Chandler’s lean manufacturing philosophy and practices — continuous improvement, waste reduction, and process efficiency that translate directly into better lead times and lower costs for customers.
Learn About Lean →Build Your Career in Precision Manufacturing
Chandler Industries is always looking for skilled manufacturing professionals, engineers, and operations leaders to join our team across four Minnesota facilities. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on craftsmanship and continuous improvement.
As a diverse and inclusive employer, Chandler is committed to building teams that reflect the communities we operate in. From entry-level machinist positions to senior engineering roles, view current openings and discover what it means to build precision at Chandler Industries.
Ready to Start Your Next Program?
Contact Chandler Industries today to discuss your precision contract manufacturing requirements. Our engineering and sales team is ready to review your drawings, discuss certifications needed, and provide a competitive, detailed quote.