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Welcome to Apex…
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Overview of Turnkey Services
  • Apex is a turnkey engineering based manufacturer and integrator of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electronics systems. Products include Electrical and Hydraulic Ground Support Equipment, Factory Test Equipment, Special Test Equipment, Power Units, and Test Benches.


  • Additionally we Machine 3,4,5-Axis Parts up to 30ft, Fabricate Precision Weldments, Structures, Tooling - Jigs and Fixtures.


  • Sub-Assemblies, Major Assemblies, Electrical & Mechanical Mechanism Assemblies, Non-Destructive Testing, Destructive Testing, Proof-Loading, Metrology Inspection Services.


  • Field Service Team Support our Customers at their facility with a fleet of fully stocked Service Trucks staffed with Certified Technicians. We perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting and repair, System Evaluation and upgrades, Installations and start-ups, plant relocations, and equipment overhaul.
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Company History
  • Incorporated Apex Design Technology January 23, 1995
  • Acquired Paul-Munroe Engineering Service Organization
  • Privately Held – Small Business
  • Started with 12 Key Employees
  • Currently 105 Employees
  • Facilities in California & Alabama
  • Acquired Aero Methods Engineering 2002
  • Acquired Aircraft Engineering Intellectual Data 2003
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Expansion Plans
  • Inspection Laboratory In Process
    • 40 X 20 ft Climate Controlled
    • 100 X 75 ft Overflow Area
    • CMM & Laser Tracker
  • Climate Controlled Machining Area In Process
  • Customer Surveillance Offices In Process
  • Expanded Paint Facility In Process
  • Expanded Clean Room Assy Area Q3 2004
  • New CNC Machinery Q2 2004
    • CNC Lathe
    • Horizontal Mill
    • VTL
  • (2) New Field Service Trucks Q2 2004
  • New Flatbed Delivery Truck Q3 2004
  • New Forklifts 8-ton & 20-ton In Process
  • Gantry Cranes for Yard Q3 2004


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Company Founders
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Customer Types & Industries
  • Military
  • NASA
  • Government
  • Commercial
  • Industrial
  • Aerospace
  • Space
  • Research Laboratories
  • Entertainment
  • Automotive
  • Food Processing


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Market Segments
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Work Centers
  • Human Resources
  • Quality Assurance
  • Contract Administration
  • Project Management
  • Document Control
  • Design & Engineering
  • CAD/CAM Programming
  • Planning & Scheduling
  • Procurement & Expediting
  • Shipping & Receiving


  • CNC Machining
  • Conventional Machining
  • Fabrication/Weld Shop
  • Jig & Fixture Assembly
  • Hydraulic Assembly
  • Pneumatic Assembly
  • Electrical Assembly
  • Electronic Assembly
  • Paint & Detail Shop
  • Field Service
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Apex’s ERP System
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Products & Services
  • Engineering & Design Services
  • Hydraulic, Pneumatic, & Specialty Systems
  • Electrical & Electronic Systems
  • Machining
  • Fabrication
  • Tooling – Jigs & Fixtures
  • Inspection, Testing, Proof-Loading, & Metrology Services
  • Field Service
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Engineering & Design Services
  • Resident PE Licensed Engineers
  • Engineering & Designing to Specifications
  • Build-to-Print
  • Pro/ENGINEERING, CATIA, UGII, AutoCAD
  • Mechanical Desktop, Autodesk Inventor
  • Algor FEA
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Hydraulic, Pneumatic, & Specialty Systems
  • Central HPUs w/ PLC & Data Acquisition
  • Hydraulic Component Test Chambers
  • Coolant Circulation Carts
  • Fuel Component Test Stands
  • Pneumatic Test Systems
  • Nitrogen Boost Carts
  • Automated Test Equipment
  • Mobile or Stationary Systems
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Central Hydraulic Power Units  w/ PLC & Test Bench
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Hydraulic Component Test Chambers
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Hydraulic & Pneumatic Test Systems w/ Data Acquisition
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Helium & Vacuum Systems
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Automated Test Equipment
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Electrical & Electronic Systems
  • Systems Validation Test Equipment
  • Power-Up Racks
  • Test Simulators w/ PLC & Data Acquisition
  • Suitcase Testers
  • Electrical Accessory Kits
  • Electrical Testers
  • Cable Assemblies & Harnesses
  • Panels & Control Boxes
  • Wire-Wrapped Circuit Board Assemblies


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Systems Validation Test Equipment
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Electrical Test Equipment
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Wire-Wrapped Circuit Board Assemblies
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Machining
  • 3,4,5 Axis Machining
  • Small to Large CNC Parts (up to 30’)
  • Computer Aided Programming using Mastercam


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5-Axis Machined Assy’s / Kits
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Precision Fabrication & Welding
  • Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) on Staff
  • Welding Certifications: AWS D1.1, D1.2 & 17.1 (Supersedes 2219), ASME B31.3, ASME Sec. IX
  • Steels, Aluminums, Invar, Exotics
  • Precision Welding
  • Work Stands & Platforms
  • Structures


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64’X25’X8’ – 120K LBS,
Proof-Load Test at ~1M LBS
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Work Stands & Platforms
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Tooling – Jigs & Fixtures
  • Automated Assembly Equipment
  • Automated Check Fixtures
  • Assembly Jigs & Fixtures
  • Bond Jigs
  • Mill Fixtures
  • Plaster Masters & Laminates
  • Composite Tooling
  • Drill Jigs & Templates
  • Handling & Hoisting Equipment
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Inspection & Metrology Services
  • Quality Management System – ISO 9001:2000 / AS9100:Rev A
  • Inspection Laboratory
  • Leica LTD 500 Laser Trackers
  • DEA Scirocco CMM with PC-DMIS Inspection Software
  • Leica T3000 Theodolite Systems with Verisurf Inspection Software
  • Proof-Loading
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Precision Surveying
  • Build, Inspect & Certify or Inspect & Certify
  • Assembly Jig & Fixture Inspection & Certification
  • Assembly Tooling Inspection & Certification
  • Installation & Measurement of Precision Equipment
  • Complex Contour Mapping of Surfaces
  • First Article Inspections
  • Reverse Engineering
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Metrology Inspections using PC-DMIS & Verisurf
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Field Service & Shop Repair
  • Preventative Maintenance Programs
  • Emergency Repairs & Troubleshooting
  • Installation, Plant Relocations, & Start-ups
  • High Pressure Piping & Plumbing
  • Upgrades & Refurbishments
  • Component & Cylinder Repair & Overhaul
  • High Pressure & High Flow Test Bench
  • Pick-up & Delivery of Components Available
  • Fluid Power Society Certified Technicians
  • 24/7 Field Service Support
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In the field doing their thing…
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Facilities
  • 2.8 Acres with Heavy Capacity Concrete
  • 85,000 SQ Ft Manufacturing Area
  • Climate Controlled Inspection Area
  • Climate Controlled Clean Room Assembly Area
  • Certified Paint Booth
  • 25’ Clearance Under Crane Hook
  • (5) 10 Ton Bridge Cranes
  • (2) 3 Ton Rolling Gantry Cranes
  • 2000 Amps at 480 Volts
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Floor Snap-Shots…
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The Team at Work…
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Summary –
Can Do * Will Do
  • Can Do, turnkey products and services
  • Will Do, top quality craftsmanship


  • Apex aspires to be recognized as “Best in Industry” by being:
    • Customer Focused
    • Committed to Quality
    • Committed to Delivery Schedule