Owner-Made Services
At Owner Made Parts, we utilize state-of-the-art technology to reverse engineer existing parts, ensuring accurate replication. Our process begins with detailed analysis and measurements, allowing us to create a precise digital prototype. Clients benefit from our expertise in material selection and design improvements, enabling efficient reproduction of complex components. This offering is perfect for restoring vintage machinery or replacing obsolete parts, giving you control over your repairs while saving time and money. Trust us for quality solutions tailored to your specific needs.
SERVICES
3D Design
Our custom CAD design services empower product owners to create unique designs from scratch or modify existing ones. We work closely with you to understand your requirements, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation. Utilizing advanced CAD software, we ensure high precision and functionality in your designs. This service supports various industries, accommodating everything from prototyping to production-grade components. With our guidance, you can bring even the most ambitious design ideas to life, enhancing the performance and aesthetics of your products.
Training
Training turns curiosity into capability with hands-on workshops in CAD/CAM, CNC machining, and 3D scanning tailored to aviation needs. Participants learn practical workflows—from measuring and modeling to toolpaths and safe machine operation—so they can prototype and refine parts with confidence. Based at Merrill Field in Anchorage, these sessions support builders and mechanics in creating airworthy owner-produced parts to maintaining thier aircraft more efficiently.
Precision Scanning
3D scanning bridges the gap between legacy aircraft parts and modern manufacturing. Using a high-precision scanner, the team captures exact geometries of components for reverse engineering, digital archiving, and custom fabrication. This technology enables pilots and mechanics at Merrill Field to recreate hard-to-find parts, ensure accurate fits, and accelerate the path from physical part to digital model to production.
3D Fabrication
3D fabrication brings digital designs to life through additive manufacturing and precision tooling. Using advanced 3D printers alongside CNC equipment, the team can prototype, test, and refine components for both experimental and certified aircraft. This capability allows builders at Merrill Field to quickly produce custom fixtures, molds, and replacement parts, accelerating innovation and supporting Alaska’s aviation community with local, on-demand manufacturing.
CNC Precision Milling
CNC milling is at the heart of precision fabrication and aviation innovation. Using Tormach mills and advanced PathPilot control, builders and mechanics can cut aluminum, steel, and composite materials with exact accuracy—turning digital designs into airworthy components. From small brackets to full assemblies, the Merrill Field workshop puts precision milling in the hands of local pilots, fabricators, makers, and Engineers.
Prototyping
At Owner Made Parts, prototyping services combine advanced manufacturing technology with hands-on expertise to support aviation innovation. The shop offers CNC machining, 3D scanning, CAD design, and rapid fabrication, allowing pilots, builders, and engineers to develop, test, and refine custom parts quickly and accurately
Ongoing Support
Our aviation maintenance technician (with Inspection Authorization (IA) )provides ongoing support to ensure every project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance. Our IA works directly with builders and mechanics to review parts, verify documentation, and guide FAA owner-produced part procedures. This hands-on expertise gives customers confidence that each prototype or repair aligns with aviation regulations while maintaining airworthiness and reliability.