What BTX Precision does

BTX Precision is a private, PE-backed contract manufacturing platform founded in 2023 by L Squared Capital Partners through the acquisition of ERA Industries and consolidated under the BTX Precision brand in February 2024. The platform operates eight business units (ERA Industries, Gen-El-Mec Associates, i3D Manufacturing, A1J Technologies, Chandler Industries, Addison Precision Manufacturing, High Tech Solutions, and Maitland Engineering) — each retaining its legacy brand — and provides build-to-print precision machining, additive manufacturing (DMLS), EDM, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, grinding, aluminum vacuum brazing, precision cleaning, and laser micro-machining. Operations span 760,000 sq. ft. across 14 manufacturing locations in 10 US states plus facilities in Chihuahua, Mexico and (as of May 2026) Oakville, Canada, supported by a fleet of 400+ milling machines, 260 turning centers, 110 grinding machines, 50+ EDM machines, and 30+ DMLS printers.

The platform serves enterprise customers in aerospace, defense, space exploration, medical devices, semiconductor equipment, and energy end markets, with stated focus on Tier 1 aerospace and defense OEMs, medical device companies, and semiconductor equipment manufacturers. Certifications including AS9100D, Nadcap, ITAR, CMMC, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO Class 5 cleanroom capability qualify the platform for flight-critical, defense, and medical-grade programs. Pricing is quote-based / project-specific with multi-year contract cadences; revenue is generated through one-time project-based manufacturing contracts across the eight business units.

The go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales (cross-sell motion across business units under a Group CRO) with the November 2025-launched BTX MATCH self-serve digital portal for capability evaluation and routing. The company has been built primarily through inorganic growth, completing ten transactions since 2023 including acquisitions of Chandler Industries (Jan 2025, adding Mexico operations and semiconductor/medical exposure), High Tech Solutions (Aug 2025, tenth transaction), and Burloak Technologies (May 2026, first international expansion into Canada). L Squared closed its $2B Fund V and a HarbourVest-led single-asset continuation fund for BTX in 2025-2026, validating the platform's scale and providing capital for continued consolidation. Leadership comprises Group CEO Rick McIntyre (formerly CEO of GWS Tool Group where he led 13 add-ons and the 2021 Sandvik merger), Group CFO Michael Fennerty, and Group CRO Jamie Goettler (former MSC Industrial Supply leader with two US patents).

Name

BTX Precision

Legal name

BTX Precision LLC

Website

https://btxprecision.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

BTX Precision is a private, PE-backed precision contract manufacturing platform operating eight business units across the US, Mexico, and Canada. It serves aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, space, and energy OEMs with build-to-print CNC machining, additive manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Contract Manufacturing

NAICS

Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (3329)

SIC

Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Products (3490), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal 3D Printing Service Bureaus (SLM/DMLS, EBM, Binder Jetting) (IMAAADAB), Machining & Precision Finishing (CNC, Drilling, Tapping, Reaming) (IMAAAGAG)

Keywords

• Precision CNC machining
• Contract manufacturing services
• Aerospace components manufacturing
• Metal additive manufacturing
• Precision metal fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Elk Grove Village

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Precision Component Manufacturing: Build-to-print precision manufacturing services for mission-critical components across aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, space, and energy industries. Revenue generated through project-based manufacturing contracts with varying complexity and volume requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

BTX Precision is a contract manufacturing platform that operates a network of eight specialized business units providing build-to-print precision component manufacturing services. Capabilities span CNC milling, CNC turning, EDM, metal additive manufacturing (DMLS), sheet metal fabrication, mechanical and electromechanical assembly, precision grinding and lapping, aluminum vacuum brazing, precision cleaning in ISO Class 5 cleanrooms, and laser micro-machining, serving aerospace, defense, space, medical, semiconductor, and energy industries.

Product overview

BTX Precision is an advanced manufacturing platform comprised of eight business units offering precision component manufacturing services. The platform operates as a unified network under a shared commitment to performance and innovation, serving aerospace, defense, space exploration, medical, semiconductor, and energy industries. The core business units include ERA Industries (5-axis and horizontal milling, EDM, brazing), Gen-El-Mec Associates (complex milling and turning), i3D MFG (metal additive manufacturing/DMLS), A1J Technologies (vertical integration including laser and cleaning), Chandler Industries (machining, sheet metal, welding), Addison Precision Manufacturing (large component machining), High Tech Solutions (CNC machining, assembly), and Maitland Engineering (Swiss CNC, precision grinding). BTX MATCH is the digital customer-facing portal for capability assessment. The platform provides comprehensive manufacturing capabilities spanning CNC milling, turning, additive manufacturing, EDM, metal fabrication, assembly, grinding, vacuum brazing, precision cleaning, and laser micro-machining across 10 states and 14 cities with 760,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BTX MATCH: Interactive digital portal (Machining, Additive, Technology and Capabilities Hub) enabling industry clients to evaluate BTX's manufacturing capabilities in real-time across aerospace, defense, space, robotics, and medical sectors.

Products and services

• ERA Industries ERA Industries offers 5-axis and horizontal milling with multi-pallets for lights-out machining, as well as turning, aluminum vacuum brazing, EDM, assembly, and grinding services for aerospace and defense customers.
• Gen-El-Mec Associates Gen-El-Mec Associates specializes in complex CNC milling and turning for prototypes, short runs, and long-run production with electric discharge machining and rigorous quality controls.
• i3D MFG i3D MFG is a dedicated additive manufacturing hub specializing in metal 3D printing via Direct Metal Laser Solidification (DMLS) for development through full-scale production of complex metal components.
• A1J Technologies A1J Technologies is a vertically integrated advanced manufacturer with expertise in complex machining, precision grinding, laser cutting, large format machining, metal fabrication, and precision cleaning.
• Chandler Industries Chandler Industries integrates automation with precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and complex assembly across multiple U.S. and Mexico locations, serving aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical sectors.
• Addison Precision Manufacturing Addison Precision Manufacturing is a versatile precision machining firm capable of ultra-tight tolerances on parts ranging from .050 inches to over 50 inches, excelling in complex components and assemblies.
• High Tech Solutions High Tech Solutions is a service-driven manufacturer known for advanced CNC machining, complex mechanical assembly, and program-driven manufacturing with lean processes and quick-turn responsiveness for aerospace, military, and space markets.
• Maitland Engineering Maitland Engineering specializes in high-precision small component manufacturing with advanced Swiss CNC machining and precision grinding capabilities, primarily serving medical technology, aerospace, and regulated industries.
• BTX MATCH BTX MATCH is an interactive digital portal enabling engineers, procurement teams, and program managers to instantly assess BTX's manufacturing capabilities in real-time, facilitating faster decision-making across aerospace, defense, space, robotics, and medical sectors.
• Precision CNC Milling Services Advanced CNC milling solutions from 3- to 5-axis capabilities with 375+ milling machines, maximum part sizes of 150x32x32 inches, tolerances as tight as ±0.0002 inches for aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial applications.
• Precision CNC Turning Services Advanced CNC turning solutions with 200+ turning machines, maximum OD size of 94 inches and minimum OD of 0.039 inches, tolerance threshold of ±0.0001 inches, supporting Swiss CNC and mill-turn operations.
• Metal Additive Manufacturing (DMLS) Services Direct Metal Laser Solidification (DMLS) metal 3D printing with 30+ machines, maximum travel of 15.7x15.7x15.7 inches, tolerances of 0.005-0.010 inches for complex geometries in aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.
• EDM Machining Services Electrical Discharge Machining services including wire EDM, sinker EDM, and drilling EDM with 47+ machines, tolerance threshold of ±0.0001 inches for ultra-fine features and hard materials.
• Precision Metal Fabrication Services Full-service metal fabrication including precision sheet metal forming, welding (MIG, TIG, spot, robotic), laser cutting, waterjet cutting, bending, and mechanical assembly for aerospace, defense, transportation, and industrial applications.
• Mechanical and Electromechanical Assembly Services Integrated assembly capabilities for complex mechanical, electromechanical, and structural systems including cleanroom assembly (ISO Class 7 and 8 environments), precision fastening, micro-deburring, kitting, and full traceability documentation.
• Precision Grinding and Lapping Services Comprehensive grinding services including surface, OD, ID, thread, jig bore, Blanchard, double disc, and lapping with 110+ grinding machines for tight-tolerance finishes and ultra-flat surfaces.
• Aluminum Vacuum Brazing Services Flux-free aluminum vacuum brazing for lightweight, high-strength assemblies requiring structural integrity and leak-tight performance in controlled high-vacuum environments for thermal control systems and aerospace subassemblies.
• Precision Cleaning Services Advanced precision cleaning services in ISO 14644 Class 5 cleanroom environments with HEPA/ULPA filtration, 18 megohm deionized water systems, CO2 snow cleaning, electropolishing, passivation, and ultrasonic cleaning for contamination-sensitive components.
• Precision Laser Micro-Machining Services Advanced laser cutting services using fiber and CO2 laser systems for high-speed, high-accuracy profiling of flat sheet metal and plate with tight tolerances, minimal kerf width, and burr-free finishes across various metals.

Quantifiable outcome

• ±0.0002" milling tolerances achieved
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Xometry: Xometry operates an on-demand manufacturing marketplace for CNC, sheet metal, and 3D-printed parts, competing for the same enterprise precision components customers BTX serves through its BTX MATCH portal.
• Hubs (formerly 3D Hubs): Hubs is a global on-demand manufacturing platform that aggregates CNC machining, injection molding, and 3D printing services — directly competing for the digital procurement motion BTX targets.
• ADDMAN Group: ADDMAN is a US-based precision contract manufacturer spanning metal additive manufacturing, CNC machining, and engineering services for aerospace, defense, and medical — directly comparable to BTX's i3D DMLS and A1J manufacturing business units.
• Stratasys Direct Manufacturing: Stratasys Direct is one of North America's largest 3D printing service bureaus, with overlapping capabilities to i3D MFG in metal and polymer additive services for industrial customers.
• Orchid Orthopedic Solutions: Orchid is a contract manufacturer of implants, instruments, and orthopedic devices — closely comparable to BTX's medical device (orthopedic implants, surgical instruments) capabilities under ISO 13485.
• Avalign Technologies: Avalign is a medical device and aerospace contract manufacturer with machining, coating, and assembly capabilities — a focused comp in regulated medical and aerospace precision manufacturing.
• Sintavia: Sintavia is an aerospace-focused additive manufacturer offering DMLS, post-processing, and quality services — overlapping with BTX's i3D MFG metal AM offering for flight-qualified programs.

Broad incumbents

• Precision Castparts Corp. (Berkshire Hathaway): PCC, a Berkshire subsidiary, is a leading supplier of complex metal components for aerospace and industrial markets — a benchmark scale incumbent competing for similar mission-critical aerospace and defense work.
• Triumph Group: Triumph is a publicly traded aerospace structures and systems supplier with significant precision machining content — a broad incumbent in the same mission-critical component category.
• Howmet Aerospace: Howmet is a major public aerospace components manufacturer with deep AS9100D-qualified capacity in castings, extrusions, and machined parts — competing for many of the same Tier 1 aerospace and defense OEMs as BTX.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@BTXprecision
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/about

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A5 records

Investments

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