At Tessera, we’re continually investing in advanced manufacturing technology to better serve our partners and expand what we can deliver. Our latest Manufacturing upgrade reflects that commitment and strengthens our ability to take on more complex, time-sensitive, and high-mix manufacturing work.
We’ve expanded our manufacturing capabilities with the addition of the Doosan dHf8000, a 5-axis horizontal machining center equipped with a 5-pallet shuttle system. This machine gives us the ability to take on more complex parts, machine harder materials, and increase volume while improving accuracy and reducing lead times.
With lights-out machining, we can run jobs unattended overnight. That means fewer setups, longer spindle time, and faster deliveries without compromising quality.
“We’re seeing more requests for hard metals, multi-axis work, and quicker turnarounds,” Zach Tomlinson, Tessera’s Chief Innovation Officer said. “This machine will help us meet our current and future customers’ needs without compromising quality.”
Click to watch a time lapse video of our team put the new machine on our floor!
How the Doosan dHf8000 5-Axis Aerospace Machining Capability
Beyond expanding capacity, the dHf8000 significantly elevates what we can offer for aerospace programs. The Doosan dHf8000 gives us the strength and chip-clearing benefits of a horizontal machining center, combined with the full flexibility of 5-axis contouring. That means we can machine large monolithic structures, housings, and tight-tolerance, flight-critical parts in a single setup. The 5-station pallet system enables continuous, lights-out production with quick program changeovers. This keeps spindle time high and quality consistent for both commercial and defense aerospace work.
These capabilities support everything from high-mix, low-volume jobs to repeat production with the same level of precision. This positions Tessera as a reliable partner for aircraft OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and defense integrators who need tight-tolerance, cost-efficient, and schedule-driven manufacturing. By using this technology, our customers gain more design freedom, shorter lead times, and a stronger, more resilient supply chain in a competitive aerospace environment.
The Doosan dHf8000 is another step that helps us support more customers who need high-quality, high-mix manufacturing that scales.
If you’re looking for a trusted partner to support your next manufacturing needs, contact us to learn how we can help.
