Aerospace Manufacturing Solutions
Optimize aerospace manufacturing with precision lifting, conveyance, linear motion, and automation solutions from Columbus McKinnon .

Whether aiding in the repair of a military aircraft, assembling commercial planes, or transporting critical aerospace components, Columbus McKinnon products are trusted for precision, safety, and efficiency in aerospace and government applications. With a full line of lifting, motion control, automation, and conveyance solutions, our technologies ensure smooth and reliable operations in aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, and defense applications.
Columbus McKinnon control systems are used to manufacture, maintain, and repair commercial and military aircraft, military vehicles, and even spacecraft. Our hoists, cranes, and automated lifting systems keep aerospace and defense production efficient and on schedule while reducing the risk of human error. Dorner’s high-performance conveyor systems, along with solutions from Garvey and montratec, streamline aircraft assembly lines and material handling, ensuring seamless transport of fuselage sections, aircraft components, and precision parts throughout production facilities.
We also supply variable frequency drives, radio remote controls, and linear actuators that enable rapid, precise movement when safety and efficiency are critical. Whether lifting a security barrier, lowering bulletproof glass, raising a bridge, or optimizing an aerospace production line, Columbus McKinnon’s integrated solutions ensure safe, reliable, and automated operations.
Featured Solutions
In the demanding environment of aerospace ground operations, precision, reliability, and top-tier quality are not just goals; they're necessities. At the center of these demands lie the unseen heroes: linear actuators. These essential components energize various applications, driving efficiency and safety in everything from satellite dish positioning to ground maintenance equipment. Columbus McKinnon’s Duff-Norton linear actuators provide smooth, controlled movement for critical aerospace applications, ensuring precise positioning, repeatability, and durability under extreme conditions.
The aerospace industry is all about precision, safety, and speed. At Columbus McKinnon, we provide aerospace automation solutions that streamline production, minimize human error, and enhance equipment efficiency. Our solutions range from hoists, cranes, and automated lifting systems that are designed specifically for manufacturing, maintaining, and repairing commercial and military aircraft and spacecraft.
Why Choose Columbus McKinnon for Aerospace Manufacturing?
- Decades of expertise in aerospace manufacturing & automation
- Smart lifting & motion control technologies with Industry 4.0 capabilities
- High-precision hoists, actuators, and conveyor systems engineered for aerospace manufacturing environments
- Trusted by leading aerospace manufacturers worldwide
Need a custom material handling solution for your aerospace facility? Contact us today to discuss how Columbus McKinnon can enhance your aerospace manufacturing process.
How are Control Systems Used in the Aerospace Industry?
At Columbus McKinnon, we offer advanced power & motion control solutions that enhance automation, precision lifting, and positioning. With Magnetek control systems and Duff-Norton actuators, aerospace manufacturers can improve efficiency, safety, and productivity across production lines and MRO operations.
