Business Details
49 Years
experience
Precision Industrial Machining Services Since 1977
Since 1977, Horton Machine & Custom Design has been a trusted provider of precision machining services for critical industrial applications. Our team of experienced craftsmen specializes in delivering high-quality solutions for parts repair, component manufacturing, and prototype development, combining technical expertise with cost-effective efficiency. We maintain a comprehensive inventory of advanced machinery, including CNC vertical lathes, horizontal boring mills, and high-pressure waterjet systems, enabling us to handle medium and large-scale projects across diverse industries. Our staff's proficiency in working with materials ranging from plastics to exotic metals ensures consistent adherence to exacting specifications. By prioritizing continuous improvement, we serve the Southeastern United States and beyond, supporting sectors such as steel production, synthetic fibers, and nuclear energy with reliable machining and fabrication capabilities.Our commitment to quality is reinforced through advanced technologies like Gibbs Cam, SolidWorks, and computerized coordinate measuring machines. With decades of hands-on experience, we partner closely with clients to address complex challenges in large-part machining and critical system repairs. Our facility houses specialized equipment for key-seating, electrical discharge machining, and dynamic balancing, ensuring comprehensive service delivery. We maintain rigorous standards for precision while offering timely turnaround for both routine maintenance and urgent component replacements. This combination of technical capability, industry knowledge, and customer-focused service has established us as a dependable resource for industrial machining needs.
Services
Large Part Machining
Reverse Engineering
Prototype Development
Waterjet Cutting
EDM Services
CNC Grinding
Keyseating
Coordinate Measuring
Welding & Fabrication
Dynamic Balancing
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 45+ years of industrial machining expertise since 1977
- Skilled craftsmen specializing in exotic metal fabrication
- Comprehensive inventory of precision CNC and EDM equipment
- Proven track record in critical nuclear industry applications
- Advanced CMM technology for specification accuracy
Services
Large Part Machining
Our facility specializes in precision machining for oversized components using advanced CNC vertical lathes and horizontal boring mills. We handle parts up to 150-inch diameters with tolerances measured in thousandths of an inch. This capability supports critical applications in steel production and hydroelectric systems where dimensional accuracy is paramount.
Waterjet Cutting
We employ green technology waterjet systems for precision cutting of complex shapes in materials ranging from composites to exotic metals. This non-thermal process maintains material integrity while achieving tight tolerances, ideal for heat-sensitive applications in synthetic fiber manufacturing and nuclear components.
EDM Services
Our wire EDM capabilities produce intricate geometries and fine surface finishes in hardened materials. This technology enables us to create precision molds and dies for industrial equipment without compromising material strength, maintaining 0.0005-inch accuracy for critical components.
Coordinate Measuring
Using computerized CMM systems integrated with SolidWorks, we verify dimensional accuracy to micro-inch levels. This quality assurance process ensures compliance with ASME and ISO standards for aerospace components, pump systems, and granulation equipment across multiple industries.
Prototype Development
We transform engineering concepts into functional prototypes using Gibbs Cam programming and multi-axis machining centers. This service accelerates product development cycles for industrial clients needing validation of complex parts before full-scale production runs for specialized machinery.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We primarily serve steel production, synthetic fiber manufacturing, and nuclear energy sectors with precision machining solutions.
What size parts can you handle?
Our equipment accommodates components up to 150 inches in diameter for large-scale industrial machinery applications.
Do you handle exotic material machining?
Yes, our team works with specialized alloys, titanium, and composite materials for critical industrial applications.
What quality assurance measures do you use?
We employ computerized coordinate measuring machines and maintain strict process controls for specification compliance.
Can you perform emergency repairs?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent repair requests for critical production equipment.
Do you work with international clients?
Though based in South Carolina, we serve clients across North America through our precision machining capabilities.
