Shimco

01/23/2026

Vertical Aerospace has debuted its electric eVTOL aircraft, Valo, designed to transport passengers on short-distance urban routes. The near-silent, zero-emission aircraft can reach 150 mph and is aimed at rapid airport transfers, with commercial rollout expected by 2029 and 350 units already ordered by a major airline.

Read more: https://www.dezeen.com/2026/01/23/vertical-aerospace-valo-new-york-city/

01/15/2026

Shimco offers fully integrated, Nadcap-accredited chemical processing to support aerospace and defense manufacturing — delivering faster lead times, tighter quality control, and reduced supply chain risk.

From anodizing and passivation to primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings, our in-house special processes are backed by major customer approvals and REACH-compliant, non-hex chrome solutions.

Learn More: https://shimco.com/special-processes/special-processes-customer-approvals/

01/07/2026

Lithium-ion batteries are playing a growing role in aerospace, from drones to future hybrid and regional aircraft. As energy density increases, so do safety risks like internal short circuits and thermal runaway, especially under high-stress and low-temperature conditions.

New technologies and advanced modeling tools are helping manufacturers better understand battery behavior, improve safety, and extend battery life as aviation continues to electrify.

Read more: https://www.aerospacetestinginternational.com/features/battery-testing-advances-target-lithium-ion-safety-in-aerospace.html

With a dramatic increase in lithium-ion batteries in aircraft expected in the coming years, how are engineers ensuring cell safety and performance is optimized?

12/23/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’d like to thank our customers, partners, and team members for another year of collaboration and trust.

Wishing everyone a safe, restful holiday season and a strong start to the year ahead! ❄️✈️

12/11/2025

Titanium has been used in aerospace since the 1950s, when military aircraft first needed a metal that was both lightweight and incredibly strong. Today, titanium remains essential across commercial and defense platforms because of its corrosion resistance, weight savings, and ability to withstand extreme temperatures.

Shimco manufactures titanium laminated, solid, and machined shims that meet the demanding requirements of leading aerospace OEMs worldwide. It’s one of the reasons we’re a trusted partner across major assembly and MRO programs.

🔧 Explore our titanium capabilities at https://shimco.com/

12/04/2025

Astro Mechanica and UK motor specialist Helix are developing Duality™, a hybrid-electric engine designed to enable efficient Mach 3 supersonic flight.

Helix’s ultra-dense electric motors allow the engine to shift between turbofan, turbojet, and ramjet modes, creating a lighter, more efficient approach to high-speed propulsion. With successful hot-fire tests completed and a flight demonstrator planned within three years, this partnership could shape the next era of supersonic travel.

Read More: https://aerospaceglobalnews.com/news/astro-mechanica-helix-supersonic-engines-electric-motors/

Astro Mechanica and Helix are developing a hybrid-electric engine with ultra-dense motors for the next generation of supersonic aircraft.

11/21/2025

⚙️ Material Highlight: Aluminum

Aluminum plays a key role in aerospace and industrial applications for Shimco – from precise shims to laminated spacers used in rigorous settings.

With tolerances as tight as ±0.002″ and materials like 1100-H19, 2024-T3 and 7075-T651, Shimco ensures that every component meets demanding specs for performance and precision.

🔗 Visit our site to explore our aluminum material options: https://shimco.com/shims/materials/aluminum/

11/19/2025

In aviation, accuracy isn’t just important—it’s everything.

Aircraft components are often manufactured to tolerances of just a few microns—thinner than a human hair. This extreme precision ensures every surface, joint, and system operates flawlessly under the immense stress of flight.

Even the smallest adjustments can make the difference between vibration and stability, efficiency and drag.

At Shimco, we understand that precision at the micro level keeps aircraft performing safely at the macro scale.

🔗 Learn more about our work in aerospace innovation at www.shimco.com

11/12/2025

Joby Aviation’s subsidiary H2FLY plans to resume flight tests by 2026–2027, advancing hydrogen-electric propulsion toward commercial use by 2030. The company is developing key components in-house and exploring applications across eVTOL, UAS, and regional aircraft.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/aerospace/2025-10-28/h2fly-prepares-more-hydrogen-electric-flight-tests

Company says it has funding to bring hydrogen propulsion to market from 2030

11/10/2025

Precision that adapts to your needs.

Shimco’s edgebonded shims are engineered for versatility. Manufactured by compressing high-quality materials and applying a bonding agent along the edges, these shims allow layers to be peeled without leaving residue — meaning they can be customized on-site for the exact thickness required, and even reused if needed.

From aerospace to advanced manufacturing applications, this flexibility ensures a perfect fit where tolerances matter most.

👉 Learn more on our website: https://shimco.com/shims/product-line/edgebond-shims/

Shimco’s edgebonded shims are manufactured by compressing the highest quality materials and applying a bonding agent along the edges. Precision manufactured and available in multiple profile configurations, these versatile shims can be customized for thinner applications by breaking the bond and r...

10/27/2025

Hybrid Air Vehicles has announced the reservation of three Airlander 10 aircraft for defence use. The fuel-efficient hybrid platform can remain airborne for up to five days and operate from any flat surface, offering new possibilities for ISR, counter-drone operations, and maritime surveillance.

With its modular, reconfigurable design, Airlander 10 represents a versatile and cost-effective solution for the evolving demands of modern defence.

Read More: https://www.aero-mag.com/first-military-aircraft-reservation-for-airlander

10/14/2025

Shimco is proud to announce two new Boeing special process approvals for our Cambridge, Ontario facility:

🔹 BAC 5019 – Chromic Acid Anodizing
🔹 BAC 5022 – Sulphuric Acid Anodizing

With these additions, Shimco can now perform most surface treatments for Boeing aluminum and steel parts, expanding our in-house capabilities and streamlining the aerospace supply chain.

Shimco is also the only company in all of Canada approved under Process Code 304, and one of just two companies in Canada (and the only one in Ontario) approved under Process Code 306.

This distinction underscores Shimco’s commitment to technical excellence and reinforces our unique position as a trusted Boeing-approved processor in Canada.

🔗 See the full list of our Boeing-approved processes: https://shimco.com/special-processes/special-processes-customer-approvals/