The acquisition expands Threadlock’s U.S. aerospace and defense precision manufacturing network.
ST. LOUIS—Threadlock Precision, a growing operator of U.S.-based precision manufacturing companies that serve the aerospace and defense industries, reported that it acquired R&S Machining, a Missouri-based CNC machining business that has served the aerospace and defense industries since 1992.
R&S Machining specializes in large format, high complexity machined components and multi-component sub-assemblies for the aerospace and defense industries, and is certified to AS9100D.
R&S Machining combines a wide range of machining capabilities—from large-format gantry work to Swiss turning and tight-envelope milling—with additional expertise in assembly and fabrication. Certified to AS9100D, R&S is described by Threadlock as “a trusted manufacturing partner in the aerospace and defense supply chain with a reputation for delivering complex work.”
“R&S Machining significantly expands our capability set and our capacity to support our customers at scale,” said Todd McDonald, CEO of Threadlock Precision, in a company release. “Their team embodies the machining spirit and can-do attitude that Threadlock Precision is built on, and we look forward to working with them as they enter their next chapter of growth.”
The acquisition of R&S Machining marks Threadlock Precision’s third acquisition in its mission of “building the preferred precision manufacturing network serving aerospace and defense.” R&S Machining’s large-format machining, assembly capabilities, and engineering expertise are said to further expand the network’s offering.
“Joining Threadlock Precision allows us to more fully leverage our expertise in precision manufacturing to offer a better level of service to our customers,” said Tom Roderick, president of R&S Machining, in the release. “Threadlock’s long-term focus and dedication to continuous investment in people and assets will allow us to further strengthen our position within the aerospace and defense supply chain.”
Threadlock Precision is backed by the D. E. Shaw group. Its leadership team is said to combine operational know-how with investment expertise to provide network companies the tools to “modernize, scale, and strengthen their positions in aerospace, defense, and industrial markets.”