Brown-Pacific Inc
Long products
Company Overview
Established in 1968, Brown-Pacific is a premier manufacturer of stainless, high nickel, and high-temperature alloy wire and bar. Primarily serving the aerospace fastener market, the company produces materials to stringent mechanical and dimensional specifications. Brown-Pacific, part of the STS Metals enterprise, operates from a nearly 50,000 square foot manufacturing facility, committed to quality and customer service.
Products and Capabilities
The company offers comprehensive in-house processing for wire and bar, encompassing drawing, shaving, chemical milling, copper plating, heat treating, annealing, descaling, pickling, and bar straightening/grinding. This extensive capability ensures full production control. Various coatings are provided, including copper, lime, soap, wax, and Miraflex, a proprietary cold-heading lubricant. Wire sizes range from .050″ to .644″ DIA, in annealed, cold reduced, or heat-treated conditions, with cold drawn (CHQ), Seamsafe, and centerless ground finishes. Bar products are typically .250″ – .516″ DIA in 10’ – 12’ lengths, with Seamsafe condition options.
Quality Assurance
Quality and service are paramount at Brown-Pacific, earning worldwide recognition and prestigious quality approvals. As part of the STS Metals enterprise, the company maintains an elite quality system, holding AS9100D accreditation and numerous customer-specific site approvals. Brown-Pacific supplies materials for high-performance automotive racing and aerospace manufacturing, with approvals from major primes including Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Collins, and Lockheed Martin. Its robust quality control incorporates methodologies such as RCCA, the 5 Why’s approach, and 8D problem solving, alongside rigorous product identification, traceability, and continuous employee training.
Key Strengths
Brown-Pacific differentiates itself through specialized capabilities such as five dedicated single-draft wire drawing machines for customized sizes and superior surface quality. Unique in-house chemical processing ensures material removal and clean surfaces. Internal copper plating offers flexibility in thickness and minimizes lead times. Advanced furnace capabilities for thermal treatment enhance efficiency and reliability. On-site bar straightening and grinding maximize yields and produce defect-free products. All materials undergo thorough mechanical property testing in Brown-Pacific’s lab, with multiple checks integrated throughout manufacturing.