About Us

Welcome to Shimco North America

Providing Custom Shims and Parts to Aerospace, Defense, and High-Tech Industries Since 1985

Established in 1985, Shimco North America is a wholly Canadian, privately owned manufacturer of shims from simple rads and holes to complex precision parts made to a customer’s specifications, drawings and tolerances.  Specializing in laminated and edgebond shims for aviation, defense, nuclear and other industries, Shimco offers more than 20 years expertise providing innovative solutions to the shim market.

Shimco North America’s capabilities include all Vertical CNC machining and some simple forming.  We also offer shim stock in a variety of coil widths and grades as well as raw material such as aluminum, titanium, steel, stainless, brass, copper, fiberglass, plastics in partial sheets.  We have short lead times and professional and knowledgeable sales staff.

Shimco works closely with reputable Nadcap approved subcontractors for added value such as heat treat, paint, sand blasting, anodizing, and other processes required to complete your needs.

We are ISO and AS certified which substantiates our dedication to both our customers and our quality assurance policy.  The practice at Shimco is to provide First Article Reports to AS9102 or MIL Standards at regular intervals.  In addition, we will customize a report format to your company’s requirements.

Shimco North America is registered under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) allowing us to process ITAR controlled items.

 

We welcome the opportunity to work closely with you based on your machining needs. Our mission is to supply your company with  finished parts complete to your specific requirements.

A short list of our customers includes:

  • Aernnova Aerospace
  • Air Bus
  • Bell Helicopter
  • Boeing
  • Bombardier Aerospace
  • BF Goodrich
  • Embraer
  • G.E.
  • Heroux Devtek
  • Magellan
  • Triumph Group
  • Sonaca

Why Trust Shimco North America?

  • Experience : Decades of industry experience, techniques - We are established and secure.
  • Quality: Approved/Certified suppliers for several industries including but not limited to:
    • Aerospace
    • High Tech
    • Industrial - Heavy Equipment
    • Medical Field
    • Specialty Manufacturing
  • ISO/AS Certified
  • Commitment to continuing education of staff members
  • New and Modern Machinery
  • Trained QA professionals dedicated to accuracy and accountability
  • Comprehensive Contract Review inspection from quote to delivery
  • Raw Material – is only purchased from highly reputable mills.
  • In-House processing controls scheduling and ensures prompt delivery
  • Cost effective production methods and strategies with best price available
  • Industry leading software permits us to enter and closely track your orders
  • Knowledgeable, courteous and personalized customer service

For help with your shim and custom parts requirements call 888-272-9373.

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