Shimco

Serving the Aerospace, Defense, Industrial and other industries worldwide with precision manufactured parts, laminated and edgebond shims, tapers and spacers.

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Shimco joined industry leaders at @Communitech in Kitchener for a roundtable with @DavidMcGuinty on Canada’s defence strategy – highlighting the key role Kitchener-Waterloo companies play in advancing innovation and manufacturing.

#Aerospace #CanadianManufacturing

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Did you know modern commercial aircraft contain thousands of precision shims? These thin components fill microscopic gaps to ensure proper alignment and load distribution across aircraft structures. In aerospace, precision down to fractions of a millimeter matters.

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Vertical Aerospace has debuted its electric eVTOL aircraft, Valo, designed to transport passengers on short-distance urban routes.

Read more: https://t.co/w2vsxjtrCB #aerospace #aerospacemanufacturing #electricvehicle

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Shimco provides Nadcap-accredited special processes for aerospace & defense, offering faster lead times, tighter quality control, and reduced supply chain risk — all through in-house, customer-approved capabilities.

Learn more: https://t.co/5UOjQNKGyA #aerospace #manufacturing

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Lithium-ion batteries are powering more of aerospace, from drones to future hybrid aircraft. As energy density rises, so do safety risks like thermal runaway. New testing and modeling tools are helping improve battery safety and longevity.

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As the year comes to a close, we’d like to thank our customers, partners, and team members for another year of collaboration and trust. Wishing everyone a safe, restful holiday season and a strong start to the year ahead! ❄️✈️

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Titanium has been key in aerospace since the 1950s for its strength, low weight, and heat resistance. Shimco produces titanium laminated, solid & machined shims trusted by leading OEMs across major programs.

🔧 Explore more at https://t.co/kZNKAjer8s

#aerospace #titanium

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@AstroMechanica and @HelixPowertrain are developing Duality™, a hybrid-electric engine aimed at efficient Mach 3 supersonic flight. Helix’s high-power motors make multiple engine modes possible, with a flight demo expected in 3 years.

Read more: https://t.co/rOeZAlposg

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Material Highlight: Aluminum ⚙️

Lightweight and strong, aluminum is key to Shimco’s shims and spacers used across aerospace and industrial applications. Available in 1100-H19, 2024-T3, and 7075-T651 with tolerances as tight as ±0.002".

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/G3RgUgMJr5

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Aircraft components are built to tolerances as small as a few microns—thinner than a human hair. Precision at this scale ensures safety and performance under the extreme stresses of flight.

Learn more about our work in aerospace innovation at https://t.co/RCof5bRMEr #aerospace

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@H2FlyOfficial plans to resume hydrogen-electric flight tests by 2026–27 and target commercial use by 2030. The team is developing key components in-house and exploring eVTOL, UAS, and regional aircraft applications.

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/h3qTC20W3d #Aerospace #Hydrogen

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Shimco’s edgebonded shims are engineered for precision and flexibility. Peel layers cleanly to achieve the exact thickness needed, and even reuse layers with no residue.

Learn more: https://t.co/RCof5bSktZ #aerospace #aerospacemanufacturing

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Hybrid Air Vehicles has reserved three Airlander 10 aircraft for defence use. The fuel-efficient hybrid can stay airborne for up to five days, offering new capabilities for ISR, counter-drone ops, and maritime surveillance.

Read More: https://t.co/ROAQ0gqtjh #aerospace #Hybrid

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Shimco has earned two new Boeing special process approvals at our Cambridge facility:

✅ BAC 5019 – Chromic Acid Anodizing
✅ BAC 5022 – Sulphuric Acid Anodizing

We can now perform most Boeing-approved surface treatments in-house.

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/5UOjQNKGyA

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We’re on-site at Aerospace Meetings Casablanca–visit Shimco at Booth E1 (MidParc) and join our Oct 2, 9:40 a.m. workshop, “Setting Up a New Aerospace SME in Morocco: Shimco’s Journey to Success.”

https://t.co/zx9iTaIzrw

#AMC24 #aerospace

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@Constellium and Tarmac Aerosave recycled aluminum from retired aircraft into new aerospace-grade material. Next step: scale the process across alloys. A meaningful step toward a circular aviation economy.

Read more: https://t.co/eRit4YZwS5 #Aerospace #Sustainability

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✈️ Shimco is proud to be a Bronze Sponsor at Aerospace Meetings Casablanca, Sept 30–Oct 2, 2025 in MidParc, Morocco. Join us + 350+ companies for B2B matchmaking & don’t miss our Oct 2 workshop.

Learn more: https://t.co/zx9iTaIzrw

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Shimco’s Moroccan facility is now EN9100:2018 certified, qualifying us to serve aerospace programs across Europe & Africa. This milestone reinforces our commitment to precision, reliability & cost-effective solutions.

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Special Process Spotlight: Anodizing

Shimco anodizes aluminum, magnesium & titanium parts up to 3’x3’x4’. Durable, corrosion-resistant finishes built for aerospace durability, reliability & precision.

Learn more: https://t.co/wboqrXjdtf
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VTOL technology is no longer futuristic — it’s here. With FAA certification advancing, infrastructure adapting, and testing underway, vertical flight is set to reshape mobility, logistics, and the future of aerospace.

Read more: https://t.co/N2EBIe1VaJ #aerospace #VTOL