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Low noise exhaust nozzle
21st Dec 2009
Our latest R&D project has been the evaluation of forming a low noise exhaust nozzle from .080” inconel 625. This item has been produced from one sheet of material using our special fluid forming process, realising an impressive cost reduction (the original method involved...more
MSM excel with MRO capabilities
28th May 2009
The turboprop intake on the left has been completely stripped and detail parts surveyed. Weld repairs have been carried out on the piccolo tube and NDT performed. Due to the amount of wear, a new aluminium bulkhead has been pressed on our fluid form press and a new...more
MSM install new 40" fluid press
8th Apr 2009
Our new fluid forming press is now installed and is already showing efficiencies in the manufacture of intricate and deep drawn pressings. We have located the press within a lean cell, allowing improved flow on inconel details for our aircraft exhaust programmes. Complimentary Nadcap...more
MSM exhibit at Airline Purchasing EXPO 2009
7th Apr 2009
MSM are once again exhibiting at the Airline Purchasing EXPO 2009. Aerospace fabricators, we specialise in the manufacture and repair of complex formed and welded assemblies. We offer an unrivalled service of weld repairs, specialising in, bleed air ducts, pipes, exhausts,...more
MSM receive award from the Institute of Fundraising
5th Apr 2009
In celebration of MSM's decision to foster a culture of philanthropy and committed giving in the workplace, by making Payroll Giving available to employees. The Bronze award is a symbol of excellence and is awarded to employers that have succeeded in generating...more
Nacelle Louvre Assemblies
16th Dec 2008
Fast becoming one of our specialities are louvre assemblies for high temperature bleed-air exhaust. MSM manufacture these units in inconel for various aircraft nacelles. Their complexity lies in the critical form of the individual louvre blades which are pressed on our Saab high...more
MSM invest in 40" fluid form press
16th Dec 2008
To improve on MSM’s renowned abilities in the complex forming of high temperature materials, we have invested in a new fluid form press. This ex-Boeing press forms at 7,500 psi and has a working area of 40". The unit will allow draw depths of upto 10" and has dual...more
Impossible tasks achieved at MSM
20th Sep 2008
This titanium duct is part of the bleed air system on a new aircraft programme. Originally manufactured from 8 separate cones, pressings and tube; our engineers reduced the parts count to 2. Employing our Saab fluid forming system and using a complex 5 axis laser profile, this final...more
Sparks Fly at MSM
22nd Jun 2008
Middleton Sheet Metal have installed a Trumpf 5 axis laser. One of only five in the UK it will provide added cost-effectiveness and quality in the supply of formed and welded aerospace components. The Trumpf TLC Cut5 will produce high quality, clean-cut edges from direct...more
Anti-ice piccolo tube for Nimrod
19th Jun 2008
This anti-ice piccolo tube for the Nimrod MRA4 is manufactured to a tolerance of 50 thousanths of an inch over its diameter. It is a further example of the skills of our staff who hand form the different complex profiles for each of the aircraft’s engine intakes. Nadcap approved...more
MSM repair 1917 RAF SE5a
24th Jun 2008
MSM’s repair facility have completed a weld repair to an original aluminium engine block casting for a 1917 RAF SE5a. This was not without its problems, as aircraft materials...more