An aerospace company was in need of a low-cost manufacturing solution for an aluminum grommet and seal retainer assembly used in a hydraulics application. The company was purchasing two stamped components and then assembling them by hand in-house. After evaluating the function of the part, Demsey Manufacturing Co., Inc determined that the parts would require a complete redesign which would allow the part to be made with a totally automated assembly process. Using two 325 U.S. Baird transfer presses Demsey was able to produce the item at a lower cost and a much higher production rate than previous, which enabled us to save the customer money.

Product NameGasket Retainer Assembly
Product Description These gasket retainer assemblies are used for hydraulic lines.
Capabilities & Applied/ProcessesPart Redesign
Tool Design & Manufacturing
Deep Drawn Stamping
Elimination of Customers Secondary Operation
Increased Production Rate
Cost Savings
Equipment Used to Manufacture Part2 - 325 U.S. Baird
Overall Part Dimensions Material Thickness:
Grommet: .020"
Seal Retainer: .020"

Width:
Grommet: 1.125"
Seal Retainer: .8425"

Height:
Grommet: .360"
Seal Retainer: .550"
Tightest Tolerances ±.002"
Material UsedAluminum 3003-O
Aluminum 3003-O
In Process Testing/Inspection PerformedFederal Model 99 P-20 Groove Gage
Estimated Part Weight0.00308 pounds
0.00559 pounds
Industry for UseAerospace
Volume90,000 Pieces Per Year of Each
Standards Met Customer supplied print, 2D CAD Drawing
ISO 9001:2015
Delivery Time10 Weeks
Delivery LocationU.S.A.