Aluminum Precision Products history

1976 – APP produces among the first titanium forgings to replace steel for light weight parts for the aerospace industry.

1980 – APP acquired an EDM facility, to meet the increased need for titanium precision forgings, a major CNC machine facility (6 CNC centers).

1983 – The first window frame was forged for the De Havilland Dash 8.

In 1992, APP adds Aluminum Forge Company to its portfolio, expanding the company’s production capabilities and capacity to serve the growing aerospace and automotive markets.

In 1993, the first window frame forged for Gulfstream.

In 1994, the first aftermarket automotive wheel forged.

In 1995, APP adds Cliff Impacts, a leader in the production of aluminum impact extrusions and cylinders for the industrial and commercial markets.

In 1999, the first window frame is forged for Boeing’s 737.

The 2000’s – First Window frame is forged for Boeing’s 777.

In 2001, APP delivers first conventionally forged wheels to Carlsson, later expanding the customer base to the world’s top automakers and suppliers.

In 2002, APP acquires Kaiser Oxnard in Oxnard, California, adding mechanical press capability for aerospace and automotive markets.

In 2003, APP purchases Superior Forge, acquiring all assets and equipment and integrating into the operations at the Oxnard and Santa Ana facilities.

In 2009, founder Philip S. Keeler passes away.

2010 – APP announces an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

2012 – Mars Rover is lowered to the surface of Mars from the Sky Crane, the base of which was produced from an APP hand forging.