Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Machining & Fabrication Services in Decatur, AL
Founded in 1968 by Harlen and Hazel Tanksley, Tanksley Machine & Tool, Inc. has grown from a 6,000-square-foot facility into a global leader in precision machining and fabrication. Our family-owned business combines skilled craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver customized solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial clients. With AS9100D and ISO 9001 certifications, we maintain rigorous quality standards across all operations, including CNC machining, laser engraving, and assembly services. Our 40,000-square-foot Decatur, Alabama headquarters supports Fortune 500 companies and small businesses alike through turnkey manufacturing processes. We prioritize continuous improvement, investing in advanced equipment like 5-axis milling machines and wire EDM systems to meet evolving customer needs.Our quality policy emphasizes accountability and compliance, ensuring every project meets exacting specifications. Decades of expertise in deep hole drilling, surface grinding, and sheet metal fabrication solidify our reputation for technical excellence. We integrate quality control at every stage, from material procurement to final inspection using tactile scanning CMMs. Our teams dedication to innovation and precision has made us a trusted partner for complex manufacturing challenges worldwide. This commitment to excellence remains unchanged since our founding, driven by the same values that shaped our early success.
Services
CNC Machining
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Laser Engraving
Assembly Services
Inspection Services
Wire EDM
Deep Hole Drilling
Surface Grinding
Welding
Conventional Machining
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Family-owned expertise since 1968 with global reach
- AS9100D and ISO 9001 certified quality systems
- Advanced CNC, wire EDM, and laser technology
- Comprehensive turnkey manufacturing capabilities
- Skilled craftsmen handling complex aerospace projects
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- AS9100D
Services
CNC Machining
Our CNC department utilizes 5-axis milling and multi-axis mill/turn machines to handle complex geometries in materials ranging from aluminum to exotic alloys. Advanced capabilities include tight tolerance machining for aerospace components and high-precision parts for defense applications. This service ensures superior accuracy and repeatability for both prototyping and large-scale production runs.
Laser Engraving
50-watt fiber lasers enable permanent marking of metals and polymers at 5,000mm/s speeds, accommodating areas up to 12x12 inches. Capabilities include barcode/serial number engraving for firearms, tools, and industrial components with same-day turnaround. Open-table design supports cylindrical objects via 80mm rotary attachment for versatile marking solutions.
Wire EDM
Wire EDM technology produces complex shapes in electrically conductive materials regardless of hardness, from tool steel to titanium. This non-contact process minimizes distortion in fragile parts while achieving precision tolerances. Ideal for creating molds, dies, and intricate components that conventional machining cannot handle.
Assembly Services
Full-spectrum assembly services from prototypes to production runs include hardware installation, bonding agents, and sealing applications. Experienced technicians handle Helicoil inserts, nut plates, and riveting for sub-assemblies or complete systems. This service supports aerospace and industrial clients requiring precision component integration.
Inspection Services
Tactile scanning CMMs verify tightest tolerances using industry-leading inspection equipment. Services include first-article inspection, in-process checks, and standalone customer product verification. Quality assurance processes comply with AS9100D standards to ensure dimensional accuracy and specification compliance for critical components.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors including abrasives, chemical processing, and steel manufacturing.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain both ISO 9001 and AS9100D certifications for quality management systems.
What machining capabilities do you offer?
Our capabilities include CNC machining, wire EDM, deep hole drilling, surface grinding, and conventional machining up to 55-inch diameters.
Do you provide global shipping?
Yes, we serve customers worldwide from our Decatur, Alabama manufacturing facility.
What laser engraving options exist?
We offer fiber laser marking for metals and polymers with 12x12 inch coverage and rotary attachment for cylindrical objects.
