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Barron Industries Reviews the Company’s Top five highlights of 2025

At Barron Industries, 2025 stands out as one of the most innovative and growth-focused years in the company’s history. From advanced manufacturing investments to workforce development and aerospace and defense partnerships, the following highlights summarize the top five accomplishments that defined the year.

1. ADAMTeC launches to expand aerospace and defense manufacturing capacity

  • Construction began on the 20,000-square-foot Aerospace and Defense Advanced Manufacturing Technical Center (ADAMTeC) adjacent to Barron Industries’ Oxford, Michigan campus.
ADAMTeC is scheduled for completion in summer 2026 and will be fully operational by year-end, adding $25 million in new production capacity.
  • The $10 million investment includes:
    • $4 million for building construction.
    • $6 million in advanced manufacturing technology.
  • More than $2 million in new equipment has already been purchased and is operating temporarily in existing facilities.
Technology upgrades include a Keyence Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) with a wireless laser scanner (left) and a Doosan Puma lathe with twin spindles, live tooling, and a Y-axis.
Technology upgrades include a Keyence CMM with a wireless laser scanner (left) and a Doosan Puma lathe with twin spindles, live tooling, and a Y-axis.

2. New aerospace and defense projects drive sustained growth

  • Barron Industries projects 20 percent annual growth through 2028.
  • Growth is fueled by new and expanded partnerships with aerospace and defense manufacturers.
Business development efforts in 2025 included components for missile launcher systems, drones and counter-drone defense systems, aircraft engines, and legacy military vehicle programs.
Business development efforts in 2025 included components for missile launcher systems, drones and counter-drone defense systems, aircraft engines, and legacy military vehicle programs.

3. Quality Certifications are strengthened across operations

  • Barron Industries successfully completed its AS9100D and ISO9001 recertification audit.
  • AS9100D/ISO9001 Certifications cover investment castings, rapid prototypes, CNC machining, welded fabrications and assemblies in both ferrous and non-ferrous Alloys. Barron was among the first investment casting companies to achieve AS9100 certification in  2014. 
  • Nadcap recertification efforts are underway for Non-destructive testing (NDT) and Welding. NDT processes include Computed Radiography, Liquid Penetrant and Magnetic Particle Testing. 
Barron first achieved Nadcap NDT Certification in 2017, followed by Nadcap welding accreditation in 2020.
Barron first achieved Nadcap NDT Certification in 2017, followed by Nadcap welding accreditation in 2020.
  • Welding capabilities support MIG, TIG, and ARC processes and include certification for:
    • Ballistic armor steel.
    • Stainless steel and aluminum.
    • Cobalt, nickel, and specialty alloys.
  • Barron also maintains key industry approvals from GE Aerospace and Boeing.

4. New technology and talent make operations faster and more competitive

  • Barron advanced its development of 3D-printed ceramic shell production.
  • The team successfully produced and poured an aluminum casting from a 3D-printed mold.
  • This innovation eliminates the need for traditional or additively manufactured patterns, improving speed and cost competitiveness compared to other 3D-printed metal processes.
In the machining department, we upgraded our Mastercam and Tebis software for full 5+ axis milling and turning, and then trained machinists to operate the new technology.
In the machining department, we upgraded our Mastercam and Tebis software for full 5+ axis milling and turning, and then trained machinists to operate the new technology.
  • Barron began evaluating titanium melting, pouring, and processing capabilities to support aerospace and defense customers.
  • Workforce investments in 2025 included:
    • Hiring new supervisory leadership.
    • Upskilling existing employees to increase capacity and capability.
  • New and expanded roles included:
    • Manager of Machining Processes.
    • Working Level III Supervisor for NDT and Welding.
    • Second-shift Production Manager.
    • Metallurgical laboratory technician.
  • Computed radiography capacity was expanded by training an incumbent technician toward Level II NDT certification.

5. Partnerships with industry, government, and academia fuel growth and the future workforce

  • Barron partnered with the University of Michigan’s Supply Chain Transformation Center to complete a long-range strategic plan supporting 20 percent annual growth through 2028.
Barron attended and exhibited at five defense and aerospace industry trade shows including MDEX, GVSETS, AEROOne, the AIAM Technology Expo and AUSA.
  • Barron committed to participating in the Michigan trade mission to Eurosatory 2026.
  • The company joined the Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan (AIAM) for its annual Legislative Day, engaging with policymakers on strengthening Michigan’s aerospace sector.
  • Barron hosted a fundraiser for the AIAM Foundation, raising more than $30,000 to support:
  • Workforce development initiatives.
  • Aerospace certification assistance for suppliers.
  • Community-based talent attraction and retention programs.
Barron celebrated National Apprenticeship Day 2025 at the Oakland County Michigan Works! Race to Talent event, where the company was recognized for its commitment to skilled trades apprenticeships.
  • The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity awarded Barron Industries its seventh Going Pro Talent Fund grant, partially funding professional development for 25 percent of the workforce.
  • For the second consecutive year, Barron partnered with Oakland County, Oakland Schools, and Oakland Community College to host Manufacturing Day.
  • Twenty seniors from Clarkston High School’s mechanical engineering program toured Barron’s facilities and explored careers in:
    • Design and additive manufacturing.
    • Robotics and metalcasting.
    • CNC machining and quality control.
    • Non-destructive testing and advanced manufacturing.

We are proud of what our team accomplished in 2025 and remain focused on delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that support national security, aerospace innovation, and advanced manufacturing excellence.

Thank you for your continued partnership and trust. We look forward to what lies ahead in 2026.

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