CEF Industries
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1958
- HeadquartersAddison, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
CEF Industries firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- CEF Industries
- Legal name
- CEF Industries, LLC
- Website
- https://cefindustries.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1958
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
CEF Industries industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aerospace Actuation and Motion Components
- NAICS
- Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)
- SIC
- Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Aerospace Actuation, Hydraulics & Pneumatics Components (IMABANAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls (IMABAMAE)
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Where CEF Industries is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Addison
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
CEF Industries business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Aerospace Component Manufacturing: Design, development, and manufacture of mechanical and electro-mechanical aerospace components including actuators, pumps, gear boxes, and cargo handling system components for OEM and aftermarket customers
- Repair & Overhaul Services: FAA/EASA Part 145 certified repair station providing repair and overhaul services for CEF products and similar products. Typical turnaround time under 30 days with dedicated facilities, technicians, tooling, and inventory
- Aftermarket Support: Production and aftermarket support for supplied components including component maintenance manuals and spare parts through distribution network
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels3 records
CEF Industries product offering
Product offeringCore offering
CEF Industries designs, manufactures, and repairs mechanical and electro-mechanical aerospace components, including primary and secondary flight control actuators, utility actuators, inlet barrier filter (IBF) actuators, ball screws, cargo handling system components, control electronics, flexible shafts, gear boxes, landing lights, and potable/waste water pumps and compressors. It supports fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and military platforms via an FAA/EASA Part 145 certified in-house repair and overhaul capability and a global authorized service center network.
Product overview
CEF Industries is a diversified aerospace designer and manufacturer specializing in mechanical and electro-mechanical aerospace components. The company offers a unified portfolio of precision aerospace components including ball screws, cargo handling system components, control electronics, flexible shafts, gear boxes, landing lights, pumps, and various actuation systems (primary & secondary flight control, utility actuation). Their product lineup centers on actuation products (including inlet barrier filter actuators for multiple rotorcraft platforms) and complementary mechanical/electromechanical components. CEF serves both military and commercial aerospace markets with products designed for flight-critical and extreme condition applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Primary Flight Control Actuators Mechanical and electro-mechanical actuators used in primary flight control systems on fixed-wing and rotorcraft platforms, sold to aerospace OEMs and operators.
- Secondary Flight Control Actuators Mechanical actuators for secondary flight control surfaces on aerospace platforms, supplied to OEMs and operators.
- Utility Actuators Electro-mechanical utility actuators for non-flight-control aircraft functions such as doors, doors, latches and utility systems on aerospace platforms.
- Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) Actuators Electro-mechanical actuators that drive inlet barrier filter systems to protect rotorcraft engines from dust and debris, sold to military operators (e.g., MH-47 Chinook) and commercial helicopter OEMs (e.g., Airbus Helicopters H-160, EC135/EC145, Bell 407/429/525).
- Ball Screws Precision ball screw assemblies for motion control in aerospace applications, supplied to OEM and operator customers.
- Cargo Handling System Components Mechanical components and actuators used in aircraft cargo handling and loading systems, sold to aerospace platform manufacturers and operators.
- Control Electronics Electronic control units and assemblies that interface with CEF actuators and other aerospace systems, supplied to OEM customers.
- Flexible Shafts Flexible drive shafts used in aerospace control and actuation systems, sold to OEM and operator customers.
- Gear Boxes Custom aerospace gear boxes for power transmission in actuation and airframe systems, supplied to OEM customers.
- Landing Lights Aerospace landing light assemblies for fixed-wing and rotorcraft, sold to OEM and operator customers.
- Pumps Aerospace pumps for fluid handling applications on aircraft platforms, supplied to OEM and operator customers.
- Compressors for Potable and Waste Water Systems Aerospace compressors used in aircraft potable and waste water systems, supplied to OEM and operator customers.
- CEF Industries Repair and Overhaul Services FAA/EASA Part 145 certified repair and overhaul services for CEF-manufactured aerospace components and designated C-130 parts (via AllClear Repair Services), provided to commercial and military aerospace customers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Typical turnaround time under 30 days for repair and overhaul services
Companies that use CEF Industries
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
CEF Industries technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
CEF Industries partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.
- AllClear Repair ServicescoreAllClear Repair Services (ACRS) was named an authorized service center for CEF Industries to perform repairs on designated C-130 components in accordance with CEF standards. This designation expands CEF's authorized service network while increasing ACRS's repair capacity and reducing turnaround times for operators. The partnership supports long-term C-130 fleet readiness worldwide.
- Airbus HelicopterscoreCEF Industries was selected by Airbus Helicopters to design, develop, test, and supply the inlet barrier filter (IBF) actuators for the H-160 helicopter. Each H-160 will use two IBF actuators. CEF will provide all production and aftermarket support for the fleet. CEF supplies similar actuators on EC135/145, Bell 407, Bell 429, and Bell 525 programs.
- Donaldson CompanycoreCEF Industries was selected by Donaldson Company to design, develop, test, and supply the air inlet filtration actuators for the MH-47 helicopter. Under the contract, CEF will provide all production and aftermarket support for the fleet. These actuators will be the first of their kind installed in this application on the MH-47 helicopter.
- AllClear Aerospace & DefensecoreAllClear Aerospace & Defense (formerly Aero Precision Industries) is the military aftermarket exclusive distributor for CEF Industries' military and defense products. Headquartered in Miramar, Florida, AllClear is the military aftermarket industry's leading provider of mission-ready solutions with over 30 years of defense aerospace sustainment experience.
- Satair A/S, Satair USA Inc., Satair Pte. Ltd.coreSatair is the exclusive distributor for CEF Industries' commercial, regional, helicopter, and general aviation aircraft products. Satair has global presence with headquarters in Kastrup, Denmark, USA office in Atlanta, GA, and Asia Pacific office in Singapore.
- Dyess AviationcoreDyess Aviation is the exclusive distributor for CEF Industries' Lockheed L-100 & LM-100J products. Based in Georgetown, TX, Dyess Aviation is a trusted partner for Lockheed L-100 & LM-100J operator needs.
- Kearsley Airways LimitedsupportingGlobal CEF certified repair station located in the UK (Romeera House).
- S3 AeroDefensesupportingGlobal CEF certified repair station located in Milwaukee, WI (2101 W. Camden Road). Contact: +1 (414) 351-1860.
- OGMA - Industria Aeronautica de PortugalsupportingGlobal CEF certified repair station located in Alverca, Portugal (Parque Aeronautico de Alverca, 2615-173). Contact: (+351) 21 958 10 00.
- Secondo Mona S.p.A.supportingGlobal CEF certified repair station located in Somma Lombardo, Italy (Via Carlo Del Prete, 1-21019). Contact: (+39) 0331-756111.
- ST Engineering Aerospace Systems Pte LtdsupportingGlobal CEF certified repair station located in Singapore (505A Airport Road, Paya Lebar, Singapore 539934). Contact: (+65) 6287 1111.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
CEF Industries competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell is a major Tier-1 supplier of flight control systems, avionics, and integrated aerospace systems. Larger incumbent operating broadly across the aerospace stack with overlapping flight control actuation technology relevant to CEF's primary/secondary flight control work.
- Parker Hannifin (Aerospace segment): Parker Hannifin's Aerospace segment provides flight control actuation, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and electromechanical components for commercial and military aircraft. Significantly larger incumbent with broader portfolio but overlapping actuation and hydraulic capabilities relevant to CEF.
- Collins Aerospace (RTX): Collins Aerospace supplies flight controls, integrated avionics, mechanical systems, and aerospace components across commercial, military, and business aviation. Larger incumbent with overlapping flight control and actuation technologies relevant to CEF's portfolio.
- Eaton Aerospace: Eaton's Aerospace division manufactures hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems for commercial and military aircraft. Larger incumbent with overlapping hydraulic/pneumatic and pump capabilities adjacent to CEF's actuation and pump product lines.
Direct peers
- Triumph Group: Triumph designs, engineers, manufactures, and repairs aerospace structures, mechanical and electromechanical actuation systems, and components for commercial and military aircraft. Comparable niche supplier of actuation and aerospace components with similar customer base to CEF.
- Ducommun Incorporated: Ducommun designs and manufactures aerospace structural components, electromechanical devices, and engineered products for commercial and military platforms. Comparable Tier-2/3 supplier of electromechanical aerospace components including actuation-adjacent products.
- HEICO Corporation: HEICO is a major aerospace aftermarket specialist producing FAA-approved PMA parts and operating FAA/EASA Part 145 repair stations. Highly comparable to CEF's combined OEM-supply and Part 145 aftermarket MRO business model.
- Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Curtiss-Wright's Defense and Industrial segments produce motion control products, flight control systems, and engineered aerospace components for military and commercial platforms. Overlaps directly with CEF's actuation, gear box, and electromechanical component portfolio.
- Ametek Aerospace & Defense: AMETEK's Aerospace & Defense division manufactures electromechanical devices, motion control products, sensors, and precision components for aerospace and defense customers. Overlaps directly with CEF's electromechanical actuation and pump/gearbox product lines.
- Moog Inc. Moog is a leading designer and manufacturer of precision motion control products, including flight control actuators and electromechanical subsystems for commercial and military aerospace. Closely comparable to CEF's core actuation and electromechanical aerospace component franchise.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
CEF Industries social profiles
Digital presenceCEF Industries compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
CEF Industries financial estimates
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CEF Industries leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
CEF Industries funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about CEF Industries
What does CEF Industries do?
CEF Industries designs, manufactures, and repairs mechanical and electro-mechanical aerospace components, including primary and secondary flight control actuators, utility actuators, inlet barrier filter (IBF) actuators, ball screws, cargo handling system components, control electronics, flexible shafts, gear boxes, landing lights, and potable/waste water pumps and compressors. It supports fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and military platforms via an FAA/EASA Part 145 certified in-house repair and overhaul capability and a global authorized service center network.
Is CEF Industries a public or private company?
CEF Industries is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was CEF Industries founded?
CEF Industries was founded in 1958. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is CEF Industries based?
CEF Industries is headquartered in Addison, United States, in the North America region.
How does CEF Industries make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Aerospace Component Manufacturing is the primary driver. The others are repair & Overhaul Services and aftermarket Support.
Who are CEF Industries's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Honeywell Aerospace, Parker Hannifin (Aerospace segment), Collins Aerospace (RTX) and Eaton Aerospace. Direct peers are Triumph Group, Ducommun Incorporated, HEICO Corporation, Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Ametek Aerospace & Defense and Moog Inc..
Does CEF Industries have an API?
No public API is recorded for CEF Industries.
What industry is CEF Industries in?
CEF Industries's product category is Aerospace Actuation and Motion Components. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABANAC, Aerospace Actuation, Hydraulics & Pneumatics Components, with a secondary code of IMABAMAE, Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls. Its NAICS code is 336413 and its SIC code is 3728.