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At Leech Industries, our machining team thrives on challenges that most shops won’t touch. Whether it’s complex geometries, tight tolerances, or exotic materials, we view every tough job as an opportunity to excel.

Advancing military technology requires a manufacturing partner that brings precision, responsiveness, and real technical depth to the table. At Leech Industries, we work closely with research and development teams to help turn ambitious ideas for next-generation military systems into reliable, high-performance components.

Kayla Hargenreder, Financial Controller at Leech, describes her role as the connective tissue of the organization—where accounting is not a siloed function, but a system that touches every department, from supply chain and engineering to sales and the production floor.

In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, predictability and efficiency are everything. At Leech Industries, a long-term agreement (LTA) can help our customers achieve both. These contracts create stability for all parties involved and ensure that materials, scheduling, and pricing are aligned for the future.

In recent years, reshoring has moved from an abstract idea to a tangible strategy for many OEMs. Rising tariffs, political pressures, long supply chains, and inconsistent quality from overseas vendors have forced companies to rethink their sourcing.

When it comes to bringing a product from concept to reality, success begins in the early phases with design for manufacturing (DFM). The sooner a manufacturer is involved in the design process, the more cost-effective and efficient the end result will be.

In our industry, true innovation comes from the ability to solve complex problems. This is especially the case when projects involve unconventional materials, intricate part geometries, and tight deadlines.

If you’ve been working with Leech Industries for years, it might be time to ask yourself: Are you taking full advantage of everything your manufacturing partner has to offer? 

We often hear from long-term customers: “I had no idea you did that!” One customer, who’s worked with us for over 20…

At Leech Industries, our precision metal stamping department is built to handle everything from complex, high-volume runs to intricate, low-volume projects across various materials, part geometries, and industries.

Companies come to Leech for a wide variety of manufacturing needs, from volume production of simple parts to tackling the most difficult engineering and manufacturing challenges.

Manufacturing parts for the U. S. military requires a commitment to consistent precision and quality. Not only is this essential to meet stringent government requirements, but many parts serve critical functions and are used in sensitive applications.

In manufacturing, the word “complex” is frequently used to describe parts, especially those that require 5-axis machining. However, the complexity of a part isn’t always obvious, or always limited to its design.

At Leech Industries, we thrive on turning challenges into opportunities for our customers. Over the past year, we’ve developed a strong partnership with Berner International, a leading provider of air curtain technology based in New Castle, Pennsylvania.

Zinc die casting stands out as a versatile solution within our high volume production services division. At Leech Industries, our efficient and high-quality approach sets us up as a one-stop shop for our customers’ die casting needs.

The manufacturing industry is constantly evolving, creating a growing need for a skilled, adaptable workforce. However, many manufacturing companies face challenges in attracting applicants—not because the talent isn’t out there, but because many young professionals are unaware of the rewarding career paths available in our industry.

At Leech Industries, we’re committed to staying on the cutting edge, especially for challenging industries that require flexibility and high precision. Earlier this year, our team invested in a second 9-axis CNC machining center to meet the growing volume of high-complexity work in the aerospace and defense sectors.