CED Services

What CED Services does

CED Services (legal name Consulting, Engineering & Development Services, Inc.) is a precision CNC machining job shop founded in 1982 by Steven G. Meyer and headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut. The company operates a 40,000 sq ft custom-designed facility that integrates consulting, CAD engineering, prototyping (CNC and additive), multi-axis CNC machining (5-axis lathe turning, Variaxis 5-axis milling, horizontal and vertical milling, CNC turning, wire EDM), finishing services (deburring, grinding, drilling, cutting, welding, laser marking), quality assurance, and subassembly under one roof. Its proprietary JobShop-FX ERP system links project management with the quality assurance program to provide real-time tracking, stage validation, and documentation for time-sensitive customer programs. CED is AS9100D/ISO9001:2015 certified (NSF-ISR), ITAR registered, and a SAM-registered federal contractor (Cage Code 387PO), positioning it to serve quality-critical OEMs in aerospace, medical, and defense as well as adjacent verticals including automotive, electronics/semiconductor, marine, agriculture, energy, and industrial automation.

The company's revenue model is built on custom, project-based CNC machining engagements priced via quote, with pricing driven by part complexity, materials, tolerances, and volume. Revenue streams span one-time custom machining projects, professional consulting and engineering services, prototyping engagements, and managed vendor upgrade / inventory supply contracts that provide multi-year recurring volume work. CED sells through direct enterprise field sales targeting engineering, procurement, and manufacturing decision-makers; the GTM motion emphasizes technical depth, certified quality systems, and a turnkey under-one-roof value proposition that consolidates what would otherwise require multiple vendors. Distribution is domestic (U.S.) with no disclosed channel partners, resellers, or international offices.

Named enterprise customers include Triumph Actuation Systems (aerospace) and Hologic Inc. (medical), both of whom publicly attest to CED's engineering support and quality performance. The company employs 51–100 people, is privately held with no external private equity or venture capital backing, and is led by founder Steven G. Meyer (CEO) alongside COO Wayne Mignano and Office Manager Jessie Iadarola.

Name

CED Services

Legal name

Consulting, Engineering & Development Services, Inc.

Website

https://cedmachining.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CED Services is an AS9100D-certified, ITAR-registered precision CNC machining job shop in Oxford, Connecticut, providing consulting, CAD, prototyping, 5-axis machining, finishing, QA, and subassembly to aerospace, medical, and defense OEMs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision CNC Machining Services

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (3329), Precision Turned Product Manufacturing (332721), Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers (332812)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Coating, Engraving & Allied Services (3470)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

EDM & Electrochemical Machining (Wire/Sinker EDM, ECM) (IMAHADAF)

Keywords

• Precision CNC machining
• Custom machined parts
• 5-axis milling services
• Aerospace medical defense machining
• CNC engineering consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Oxford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom CNC Machining Services: Project-based custom CNC machining manufacturing for complex parts and components. Revenue is generated through one-time manufacturing projects with pricing based on part complexity, materials, and volume. Services include turning, milling, 5-axis machining, wire EDM, and finishing.
2. Consulting & Engineering Services: Design consultation, manufacturing strategy consulting, product design consulting, CAD engineering services provided as standalone offerings or integrated with manufacturing programs.
3. Rapid Prototyping: CNC machined prototypes and 3D printed models for design validation and testing, offered as separate service or part of product development programs.
4. Vendor Upgrade Program / Inventory Supply Contracts: Managed vendor transition services and ongoing inventory supply manufacturing contracts providing recurring revenue through planned volume machining with cost discounts and coordinated payment schedules.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CED Services provides contract precision CNC machining of custom metal and plastic parts for quality-critical industries, including aerospace, medical, defense, and automotive. Operations span the full production lifecycle — design consultation, CAD/CAM engineering, prototyping (CNC machined and 3D printed), CNC machining (5-axis milling, turning, horizontal/vertical milling, wire EDM), finishing (deburring, grinding, drilling/cutting/welding, laser marking), and subassembly — all delivered from a 40,000 sq ft AS9100D/ISO9001:2015 certified facility in Oxford, Connecticut.

Product overview

CED Services (Consulting, Engineering & Development Services, Inc.) is a precision CNC machining services provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of manufacturing solutions under one roof. The company operates as a unified platform combining CNC Machining Consulting, Product Design Consulting, CNC Engineering & CAD Design, Custom CNC Machining (including 5-Axis Lathe Turning, Variaxis 5-Axis Milling, Horizontal Milling, Vertical Milling, Machine Turning, and Wire EDM), Finishing Services (Deburring, Grinding, Drilling/Cutting/Welding, Laser Marking), Subassembly Services, and Prototyping (CNC Machined Prototypes and Rapid 3-D Prototyping). The portfolio is anchored by AS9100D/ISO9001:2015 certified quality management and supported by the proprietary JobShop FX ERP system for real-time project management and quality assurance integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CNC Machining Consulting Strategic design review, design guidance, and production planning services providing a head-start for new product manufacturing programs for customers in aerospace, medical, defense, and industrial sectors.
• Product Design Consulting Ground-up new product design and existing part design consulting that transforms customer concepts into 2D CAD drawings and 3D CAD models, for clients seeking design support prior to or alongside machining.
• CNC Engineering & CAD Design Engineering services combining CAD expertise with manufacturing experience to transform product designs into efficient production solutions, including CAM engineering for toolpath generation on complex machined parts.
• Custom CNC Machining Custom precision CNC machining including cutting, lathing, milling, turning, drilling, and EDM for complex parts across various materials, serving aerospace, medical, defense, and industrial customers with quote-based project engagement.
• 5-Axis Lathe Turning & Milling Multi-tasking machine operations combining turning, milling, tapping, and drilling with superior 5-axis contouring using Mazak Integrex systems for complex precision parts.
• Variaxis 5-Axis Milling Variable axis 5-axis CNC milling technology for machining complex geometries with up to 30% time reduction compared to traditional 3-axis methods, using Mazak Variaxis equipment.
• CNC Machine Turning Precision CNC turning for cylindrical parts with extreme tolerance accuracy, processing materials including alloy steels, stainless steel, titanium, and aluminum.
• Wire EDM Machining Wire Electrical Discharge Machining for intricate manufacturing of conductive materials with pinpoint accuracy, delivered through managed outsource partners.
• CNC Part Finishing Services Comprehensive finishing operations including manual and vibratory deburring, precision surface grinding, certified TIG/MIG welding, precision drilling, material cutting, and Tykma Zetalase fiber laser marking and engraving for part identification and traceability on metals, alloys, and plastics.
• Subassembly Services Complex multi-part component assembly and testing performed by skilled technicians with integrated quality assurance documentation for customers needing finished or semi-finished subassemblies.
• CNC Machined Prototypes Rapid functional prototype machining using production-grade materials including aluminum, stainless steel, Delrin, and PEEK for design validation and performance testing.
• Rapid 3-D Prototyping (Additive Printing) 3D printing prototyping services for concept validation using various materials including metals, nylons, plastics, and thermoplastics.
• CNC Vendor Upgrade Program 3-step consulting program to help companies transition from existing vendors, including part analysis/redesign, prototyping, and inventory management, with managed vendor transition and ongoing inventory supply contracts available.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% spec-meeting precision guaranteed through systematic QA program and real-time documentation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cox Manufacturing Company: Long-established US precision machining job shop serving aerospace, defense, and medical with multi-axis CNC, EDM, and finishing services. Closely comparable in scale, end-market focus, and turnkey "under one roof" positioning.
• Owens Industries: US-based precision CNC machining job shop offering 5-axis milling, turning, EDM, and finishing for aerospace, medical, and defense customers. Direct competitor with very similar capability footprint, end-market mix, and AS9100D/ITAR positioning.
• Stanford Manufacturing (Stanford Machine): US precision CNC machining and assembly provider targeting aerospace, medical, and industrial customers. Comparable in capability scope, ITAR/AS9100D certifications, and project-based revenue model.
• RCO Engineering: US precision machining and assembly supplier serving aerospace, medical, and industrial markets. Comparable in offering full-service machining plus subassembly for regulated customers.
• Voisard Tool & Die: US precision machining and tooling provider with aerospace and industrial customers. Comparable in size and capability, though slightly more tool-and-die focused.
• Tech Manufacturing: US contract manufacturer offering precision CNC machining, assembly, and engineering services to aerospace, defense, and medical OEMs. Direct peer in scope and end markets.
• Hub Industries: US precision CNC machining and fabrication shop serving aerospace, defense, and industrial customers. Similar mid-market job-shop profile with AS9100D certification and 5-axis capabilities.
• Midwest Machining & Manufacturing: US precision CNC machining and grinding job shop with aerospace and medical exposure. Comparable multi-axis capability set and regulated-industry customer base.
• Kenlee Precision Corporation: Mid-Atlantic precision CNC machining job shop focused on aerospace, defense, and medical OEMs. Similar size and capability profile with AS9100D certification and 5-axis capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• Protolabs (Protolabs Network): Large, publicly listed digital contract manufacturer offering CNC machining, 3D printing, and injection molding. Competes with CED on custom machined parts and rapid prototyping but operates at significantly greater scale with automated quoting and a much broader customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ced-services-inc.

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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