Schmid Tool & Engineering to Exhibit at AeroDef Manufacturing 2025
- akowalczyk0
- Mar 28
- 2 min read
With 80+ years of manufacturing expertise, Schmid Tool heads to AeroDef 2025 in Detroit to showcase its turnkey machining-to-assembly solutions for mission-critical performance.
[Villa Park, IL] — [3/28/25] — Schmid Tool & Engineering, a trusted U.S. precision parts manufacturer, is proud to announce its participation in AeroDef Manufacturing 2025, taking place April 8–10 at Huntington Place in Detroit, MI. Attendees can connect with the Schmid Tool team at Booth #1434.
Since 1943, Schmid Tool has earned a reputation for precision, reliability, and excellence—serving mission-critical industries and supporting the Department of Defense with proven, dependable solutions. Today, the company delivers complete contract manufacturing services, offering CNC machining, rotary transfer machining, precision assembly, and a collaborative engineering approach that ensures every part performs as intended.
Hosted by SME, AeroDef Manufacturing brings together the top minds shaping the future of aerospace and defense manufacturing. This year, the event will share the show floor with RAPID + TCT, SAE’s WCX, and America Makes’ TRX—offering attendees an unparalleled opportunity for cross-industry connection and education.
“AeroDef represents an incredible opportunity to align with the industries and innovators shaping the future of U.S. manufacturing,”
said Eric Schmid, Owner and Partner of Schmid Tool & Engineering.
“We’re proud to show how our full-service capabilities—from CNC machining to complex assembly—deliver value at every stage of the process. With high-speed equipment like our Hydromat rotary transfer machine and INDEX C100, combined with our collaborative engineering approach, we’re helping manufacturers move faster without compromising precision or performance.”
At AeroDef, Schmid Tool will spotlight:
Complete contract manufacturing solutions, from CNC machining through complete assembly
World-class machining capabilities, including a Hydromat rotary transfer machine for ultra-fast, synchronized multi-station operations—ideal for high-volume production of complex, precision parts—and the INDEX C100 automatic turning machine, built for rapid, simultaneous machining with up to three turrets, dual high-powered motor spindles, Y-axis capability, and intuitive touchscreen controls
Collaborative engineering, a production-focused approach where Schmid Tool works directly with engineering teams to optimize parts for manufacturability, efficiency, and long-term performance—while preserving the original design intent
A legacy of performance, backed by over 80 years of experience delivering mission-critical parts with unwavering precision
Visit Booth #1434 to meet members of the team—including Mark Osterhues (Director of Sales), Warren Herrin (Business Development Representative), and Eric Schmid (Owner)—and discover how Schmid Tool & Engineering is helping shape the future of U.S. aerospace and defense manufacturing with experience, advanced technology, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
About Schmid Tool & Engineering
Schmid Tool & Engineering is a U.S.-based precision manufacturer providing complete contract manufacturing solutions. With deep expertise in CNC machining, Hydromat rotary transfer production, and complex assembly, Schmid Tool delivers fast, dependable results for high-performance applications. Since 1943, the company has built its reputation on precision, reliability, and a relentless commitment to excellence. www.schmidtool.com
Media Contact:
Amy Kowalczyk
Marketing Director,
Schmid Tool & Engineering
M: (630) 643-8578
