Actuation

NMG Aerospace is a leading supplier of large aircraft actuation systems that convert control inputs into actuating motion .

Reliable Actuation for Every Function

From engaging and retracting landing gear to activating flight control services, linear actuators are the most common type of airplane actuator. NMG has leveraged our years of aircraft manufacturing experience to become a leading supplier of linear and hydraulic actuation systems that control essential functions from nose to tail. Our versatile manufacturing, assembly, and testing capabilities are robust enough for pressure applications up to 10,000 psi, so we can accommodate airplane actuator manufacturing projects for a wide range of applications.

Types of Actuators

Linear Actuators

Linear actuators are utilized through the aircraft to translate energy into motion, controlling a variety of functions and components that vary in complexity and application.

Hydraulic Actuators

Hydraulic actuators are powerful and durable, making them an excellent option for high-force applications. Hydraulic actuators use fluids, such as Skydrol and Red oil, to generate force, torque, and power.

Solenoid Actuators

Solenoid actuators convert electrical energy into mechanical force, often to control the movement of doors, latches, valves, switches, and other mechanisms throughout the aircraft.

The NMG Quality Difference

NMG has over a decade of experience manufacturing top-quality aerospace actuators that perform reliably regardless of service conditions. We prioritize strategic quality control checks every time we design a new manufacturing process for an aerospace actuator, so we can get it right the first time, every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive.

Does NMG Aerospace manufacture, assemble, and supply aerospace actuator components to aircraft OEMs?

Yes. NMG Aerospace manufactures, assembles, and supplies aerospace actuator components to aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 and Tier 2 integrators. NMG Aerospace has leveraged years of aircraft manufacturing experience to become a leading supplier of large aircraft actuation systems and actuator components that convert control inputs into actuating motion. NMG Aerospace has the on-site capability to manage the design process, machine the components, assemble the full system, and verify performance through rigorous functional testing.

NMG Aerospace’s robust manufacturing, assembly, and testing capabilities for OEM actuator projects include:

  • Precision component manufacturing: Machining individual actuator parts to exact OEM specifications and dimensional tolerances
  • Full system assembly: Putting together complete, ready-to-mount aerospace assemblies once component manufacturing is complete
  • High-pressure functional testing: Verifying that actuator assemblies meet design specifications with extensive testing

Lifecycle support: Providing comprehensive support from clean-sheet design collaboration to long-term aftermarket MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) services

What kinds of actuation components does NMG Aerospace manufacture, assemble, and design?

NMG Aerospace manufactures, assembles, and designs a variety of actuation components that perform essential functions across key aircraft systems, from nose to tail.

NMG Aerospace is a leading supplier and designer of several types of aircraft actuator components, including:

  • Linear Actuators: The most common type of aircraft actuator, utilized throughout the aircraft to translate energy into motion for engaging and retracting landing gear and managing flight control surfaces
  • Hydraulic Actuators: Powerful and durable actuators built for high-force applications, using fluids such as Skydrol and Red oil to generate force, torque, and power in high-pressure scenarios
  • Solenoid Actuators: Components that convert electrical energy into mechanical force to control the movement of doors, latches, valves, and switches
  • Motor Actuator Valves: Automated motorized valves, including electric, pneumatic, and thermal actuator valves, designed to accurately direct the flow of fluids and air

Does NMG Aerospace offer high-precision CNC machining services for aerospace actuator parts?

Yes. NMG Aerospace offers high-precision machining services for aerospace actuator parts. Modern aerospace engineering demands components that perform reliably under extreme temperatures, pressure, and environmental stress. NMG Aerospace utilizes precision machining to manufacture complex electromechanical components, hydraulic valves, and actuator assemblies that maintain structural integrity and exact dimensional tolerances.

NMG Aerospace’s precision machining capabilities for aerospace actuators ensure:

  • Strict tolerance adherence: Delivering high-precision solutions for safety-critical systems like landing gear linear actuation and thrust reverser actuators
  • High-temperature material processing: Precision machining of heat-resistant materials, advanced alloys, and nickel-based superalloys required for engine control actuators
  • Custom component creation: The ability to machine custom pistons, valve bodies, structural elements, and internal seals tailored to specific aircraft platforms
  • Repeatable quality: Manufacturing processes designed for high-efficiency production runs without sacrificing exact accuracy from part to part

What specific quality certifications has NMG Aerospace acquired for supplying and machining aerospace actuator parts?

NMG Aerospace has acquired multiple highly specific quality certifications for supplying and machining aerospace actuator parts, ensuring that all components meet or exceed strict aerospace standards. Because precision is mission-critical in aviation, NMG Aerospace maintains extensive quality management systems and rigorous quality checks throughout the entire manufacturing and assembly process.

To supply top-quality aerospace actuators to major aircraft manufacturers and military platforms, NMG Aerospace holds the following certifications and compliances:

  • AS9100D and ISO 9001 Certified: Ensuring comprehensive, industry-standard quality management systems are applied to all aerospace manufacturing processes
  • NADCAP Certified for Welding: Approved to make critical aerospace welds that meet the exact specifications required by prime contractors
  • NADCAP Certified for Chemical Processing: Accredited to provide critical surface treatments, including high-quality anodizing for durable, corrosion-resistant finishes
  • FAA Repair Station Certified: Operating FAA Part 145-certified repair stations at both Ohio and Arizona facilities, meeting stringent Federal Aviation Administration standards for aircraft maintenance and repair operations

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