200+ Companies on U.S. International Pavilion @ Farnborough 2012

More than 220 companies from the U.S. will be in Halls 2, 3 and 4 at the Farnborough International Airshow in Farnborough, England, beginning 9 July 2012.

Many small companies are displaying as part of more than 20 state groups at the show this year, often as a result of the SBA’s STEP program, which assists small to medium-sized businesses in their exporting efforts.

The U.S. International Pavilion will be made more manageable with a new (free) app, myairshowguide.com (which allows users to search, locate and set up meetings with exhibitors in advance) and onsite touchscreen “QuickFind Stations”. The app can be downloaded at MyAirShowGuide.com.

Some of the exhibiting companies on the U.S. International Pavilion include:

Airfloat: 2/B17 (Decatur, IL) As a pioneer of air bearing (or “air caster”) technology, Airfloat has been creating unique heavy-load movement solutions for almost 50 years. Based in Central Illinois, Airfloat works with multiple industries to create material-handling solutions for loads requiring frictionless, omnidirectional movement. From standard air skids and platforms to custom-designed and built “floating” assembly lines, Airfloat helps companies like Boeing, Caterpillar and G.E. enhance their manufacturing processes. At the air show, Airfloat is unveiling a new assembly transporter for the manufacture of aircraft that uses air-bearing and AGV technology to automatically transport aircraft from workstation to workstation.

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC): 3/A10 (Rochester, NH) designs and manufactures advanced composite components for aerospace, defense, and other high-performance applications. At Farnborough, AEC will display the 3D-reinforced composite fan blade and fan case, both fabricated by AEC, for CFM’s LEAP engine. AEC has an exclusive relationship with Snecma to develop and manufacture these and other LEAP engine components. To support production of composite LEAP components, AEC is expanding its production facilities, including a 353,000 square-foot facility that is currently under construction in Rochester, New Hampshire (USA), where AEC and Snecma will be co-located.

Beaver Aerospace & Defense: 2/A14 (Livonia, MI) is a leader in the design and manufacturing of unique and broad-range actuation technologies for commercial, military and business jet markets. Its ball screws, electromechanical actuators, ball splines and gears are installed on some of the most advanced aircraft, missile applications and mission-critical space exploration systems in the world.

Connecticut Coining: 2/B14 (Bethel, CT) A first-time exhibitor with more than half a century of expertise in high voltage and aerospace applications. The company specialises in working with a wide range of exotic aerospace metals - 50 presses up to 500 tons, die engineering and manufacturing, 20 CNC machines, all under one roof. In some applications, deep drawing combined with some secondary machining can replace machined parts and welded parts at a lower cost.

Flight Display Systems: 2/B7 (Alpharetta, GA) will be displaying the rugged FD215CV-C 21" widescreen display, which provides true 1080p High-Definition in addition to NVG, touchscreen and quad-screen capabilities. "Cockpit space is limited and these monitors display a lot of information, even in extreme viewing conditions," said Nick Gray, Director of International Sales.

Harlow AeroStructures: 3/B19 (Wichita, KS) has been a leading supplier of complex machine structural components and assemblies to the commercial, business jet and military aerospace industry since 1954. In the past 10 years, the company has grown from a small machine shop into a premier integration supplier with experience in engineering and design, manufacturing and assembly. They aim to prove their capability to succeed with new and challenging programs, for example, by the key roles they have played in the throttle quadrant design and development (electro/mechanical throttle quadrants), structural assemblies, t-columns, cargo barrier doors, floor beam and bulkheads.

Lamboo:2/B17 (Springfield, IL) will be showcasing their premium products at the Farnborough Airshow. Already integrated in the US market, Lamboo Elite materials aim to be a superior, high-performing product specifically for custom applications in aviation and aerospace industries. Products include: Premium Engineered Bamboo Veneer, Components and Panels. The panels and veneers can be stained or dyed to match a variety of colors and can accept satin to high gloss finishes specific to project. Lamboo products exceed strength and durability requirements for military applications and cargo aircraft, while at the same time helping to fulfill environmental sustainability mandates.

Makino: Chalet 5 (Mason, OH) Makino will showcase the following new aerospace manufacturing solutions at the show:

• T2 5-axis horizontal machining center with ADVANTiGE for large titanium aerospace parts, such as edge frames, pylons and bulkheads

• G7 multifunctional horizontal machining center for grinding, drilling, boring and milling in one machine platform

• A8, A12 and A20 5-axis horizontal machining centers for large aluminum structural part production

• a61nx-5E 5-axis horizontal machining center for small, multidimensional aluminum and titanium components

• D300 5-axis vertical machining center for small engine component manufacturing

• And a new sinker EDM for hole drilling of cooling holes

South Carolina: 3/A10a The state’s booth will display why industry leaders like Boeing, GKN Aerospace and Michelin are doing business in the state. South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and Commerce Secretary Bobby Hitt will also be in attendance to discuss South Carolina’s business advantages.

Skytronics: 2/A14 (El Segundo, CA) is an approved FAA Repair Station for commercial and military aircraft ball screws and actuation systems. They are the OEM for the horizontal stabilizer trim ball screw assembly for Boeing 747/737/727/720/707 and KC-135 aircraft, as well as the KC-135 trim tab actuator. Skytronics is a recognized leader for R/O of HSTAs, GRAs and flap actuators, along with their associated ball screws. They aim to provide best-in-class turn times and rotable inventories to support customer requirements. Click

Kallman Worldwide: 2/B16 (Waldwick, NJ) is a specialist in the marketing and management of exhibition space. Since 1963, Kallman has provided international marketing expertise, a comprehensive suite of support options and top-tier customer service so that clients can focus on presenting their businesses to critical decision-makers and influencers at industry-leading trade shows around the world.

The Kallman group of companies has been involved with more than 700 exhibitions in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Cuba, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Japan, Malaysia, Qatar, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and the USA. The company specializes in aerospace, defense, maritime, energy, mining and healthcare.

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