Our equipment and processes are set up to efficiently produce parts like pipe fittings, valve stems, and internal valve components for both fluid and solenoid valves. Typical products include bodies, stems, sleeves, retainers, seats, and precision-machined features such as threads, sealing diameters, undercuts, and grooves. By integrating multiple features in a single cycle, we minimize secondary operations, shorten lead times, and improve consistency—key advantages for high-volume fluid and air control programs.
Gates Albert has deep experience machining the alloys most commonly specified in fluid and air control designs. We routinely process brasses such as 360 brass and ECO BRASS®, delivering excellent machinability, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness for high-volume valve and fitting components. We also machine stainless steels including 304 and 316/316L, enabling reliable performance in more aggressive environments, higher pressures, and applications where corrosion resistance and cleanliness are critical.
Our Davenport multi-spindle platforms are ideal for the fluid and air controls markets, offering high-speed production of small, complex turned parts at scale. This technology lets us hold tight tolerances on diameters, threads, and sealing surfaces while maintaining competitive pricing on annual volumes from tens of thousands to millions of pieces. For OEMs looking to move parts from slower processes to high-volume screw machining, we provide a clear path to lower total cost and more reliable supply.
Beyond machining, Gates Albert offers engineering and manufacturability support to optimize designs for multi-spindle production. We collaborate with your engineering and sourcing teams to refine component geometry, choose the right material, and integrate critical features efficiently. Whether you are developing new valve platforms or consolidating suppliers, Gates Albert provides the precision turning, material expertise, and high-volume capacity needed to support fluid and air control applications.