Military and Defense - Franklin Precision Castings

Mission-Ready Castings for the Defense Sector

Franklin’s investment casting expertise extends to a wide range of applications critical to military operations, including electronic housing units for LiDAR and radar technologies, UAV systems, track and drive systems, mounted sensing systems, and more. By leveraging investment casting, we help produce components that meet the highest standards of quality, durability, and performance necessary to maintain readiness and mission success in defense applications. We are DFARS 252.204-7020 compliant.

Parts Made for the for the Military & Defense Industry

From navigation systems and artillery components to communication devices and projectile launchers, our precision-crafted castings play vital roles in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of our military forces. Here are some military and defense system components we can make via investment castings.

Valve Bodies

Valve bodies are essential components used in various military and defense applications to control the flow of fluids or gases within systems such as hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and pneumatic systems. They serve as the main housing for valves, providing a secure enclosure for internal components and allowing for reliable operation in harsh environments.

Elbows

Elbows are mechanical fittings used in military and defense equipment to change the direction of fluid flow within piping or tubing systems. They enable the efficient routing of fluids around obstacles and corners, allowing for optimal system layout and space utilization. Elbows are crucial for maintaining fluid flow integrity and minimizing pressure drop in critical applications.

Ball Valve Arms

Ball valve arms are components used in military and defense machinery to actuate ball valves, which control the flow of fluids by rotating a perforated ball within a valve body. Ball valve arms transmit mechanical force from external actuators to the valve mechanism, allowing operators to open, close, or regulate fluid flow with precision and reliability.

Bearing Housings

Bearing housings, also known as bearing mounts or pillow blocks, are structural enclosures used to support and protect bearings within military and defense equipment. They provide a stable mounting platform for bearings while preventing contamination and retaining lubrication, ensuring smooth and reliable operation of rotating machinery under demanding conditions.

Blackout Visors

Blackout visors are protective eyewear components used by military personnel to reduce glare and enhance visibility in bright or harsh light conditions. They feature specialized lenses or coatings that filter out excess light, allowing users to maintain clear vision and focus on critical tasks without being affected by glare or reflections.

Bonnets

Bonnets are protective covers or caps used to enclose and safeguard critical components or assemblies in military and defense equipment. They provide an additional layer of protection against environmental hazards, debris, and tampering, bolstering the integrity and reliability of sensitive systems in challenging operational environments.

Plungers

Plungers are mechanical devices used in military and defense machinery for various functions such as actuation, locking, or positioning. They consist of a rod or shaft that moves linearly within a cylindrical housing, exerting force or transmitting motion to perform specific tasks with precision and control.

Stem Brackets

Stem brackets are mounting components used to secure and support stems or shafts within military and defense systems. They provide a stable attachment point for stems, promoting proper alignment and functionality of valves, actuators, or other mechanical components in critical applications.

Horizontal Mount Necks

Horizontal mount necks are structural elements used to attach and support components or assemblies in military and defense equipment, particularly in horizontal orientations. They provide a secure mounting interface for various devices, allowing for efficient integration and deployment of equipment in diverse operational scenarios.

Valve Bodies

Elbows

Ball Valve Arms

Bearing Housings

Blackout Visors

Bonnets

Plungers

Stem Brackets

Horizontal Mount Necks

Why Franklin for the Military & Defense Industry?

Franklin understands the importance of security and confidentiality in the defense sector and maintains strict protocols to safeguard sensitive information and proprietary designs. With a proven track record across decades of excellence and reliability, we are committed to delivering an unmatched level of service and quality that exceed customer expectations and that contribute to mission success in military and defense applications. We are DFARS 252.204-7020 compliant.

Alloys We Pour

We pour over 120 alloys in our U.S.-based facility, including standard and custom stainless steel, nickel, cobalt, brass, bronze, and Ni-Hard alloys to suit the requirements of complex cast subassemblies or assemblies.

Stainless Steels