As a contract (print to part) manufacturer, Achates LLC dba Checkered Past Machine delivers high-precision CNC machining using advanced 3- and 4-axis platforms for complex, tight-tolerance components in any material.  Material agnostic - machining composites and metals like aluminum alloys, steels (including stainless steels), as well as more exotic materials like Inconel, Titanium, Tantalum, Niobium.  Differentiated by disciplined in-process quality control: first-article inspection, in-cycle probing, real-time tool wear and load monitoring, and operation-by-operation verification with calibrated metrology—we’ve created a closed-loop system that ensures repeatability, traceability, and zero-defect execution. Aligned with defense and aerospace requirements, incorporating ITAR controls, CMMC 2.0 readiness, eJCP, and ISO9001:2015 & AS9100D-driven quality systems, racing customers, nuclear medicine customers, aerospace and defense industry customers depend on us for mission-critical production components, citing precision, responsiveness, and consistent performance under demanding conditions.

Our state-of-the-art capabilities include CNC Milling, CNC Turning, CNC Mill-Turn processes; MIG & TIG Welding; Grinding & Surface Treatment; Assembly; CAD/CAM, product development, rapid prototyping services, and production.

Differentiators include certifications: ISO 9001-2015, AS9100D (Aerospace), Federal Firearm Licensed, Type 07 (Manufacturer); CAD/CAM/MES linked equipment via 100% digital manufacturing; 10,000 sq ft facility; Small Business certified to SBA industry guidelines; JCP Enhanced Certified; ITAR Registered & Compliant; CMMC 2.0, Level 2 Self Assessed Uploaded in SPRS; RoHS Compliant; In-house product & process engineering, procurement, program management with expediting staff supported with technical tools including SolidWorks, SolidCAM, Fusion, and Mastercam

Key Identifiers: UEI-UPGSPLLU5QK3, Cage Code-9TXH5, DUNS-070522468

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