SEI Technologies is now a Women-Owned Business

Hickory, NC – 9/16/2024 – SEI Technologies, a leading provider of high-precision machined parts for the aerospace, medical, and defense industries, is proud to announce that the company is now majority-owned by Danyel Harris, making it a women-owned business.

While the women-owned status marks a significant milestone, SEI Technologies remains focused on what truly drives its success: delivering high-quality, precision-manufactured parts on time and without the bureaucracy of larger corporations. With over two decades of industry expertise and AS9100 certification, SEI Technologies continues to be a trusted partner for companies requiring precision and reliability.

Danyel Harris: Leading with Expertise and Excellence

Danyel Harris, the new majority owner, brings over 20 years of global leadership experience spanning roles in Quality, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Information Management, and Engineering at major corporations such as GE, ADP, and Principal Financial. As a certified Six Sigma Blackbelt, Danyel’s strategic vision and operational expertise will guide SEI Technologies through its next phase of growth.

“I’m excited to lead SEI Technologies into this new era,” said Harris. “While being a women-owned business opens new opportunities, we want our clients to choose SEI Technologies not just to meet diversity goals, but because of our unmatched expertise, agility, and dedication to excellence. Our clients depend on us for high-precision parts, on-time delivery, and personalized service—and that’s what we’ll continue to deliver.”

Commitment to Quality and Customer Success

SEI Technologies’ capabilities extend beyond precision machining to include design-for-manufacturing consultation, tool and die making, welding, and heat treating, providing clients with complete end-to-end solutions. The company’s AS9100 certification underscores its rigorous quality standards, making SEI a trusted name in critical industries.

“We offer the flexibility and speed of a small business combined with the engineering expertise and operational excellence you’d expect from larger organizations,” Harris added. “We’re here to solve our customers’ toughest challenges and deliver value every step of the way.”

About SEI Technologies

Founded over 20 years ago, SEI Technologies is an AS9100-certified precision machine shop specializing in the production of high-quality components for the aerospace, medical, and defense sectors. With a focus on delivering innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, SEI Technologies offers tailored solutions for complex projects.

For more information or to discuss partnership opportunities, visit www.SEITechnologies.com or call 828-855-1652 today.

Media Contact:
Chad Harris
Director of Sales
SEI Technologies
chad.harris@seitechnologies.com
828-855-1652

Discover the Power of EDM: Solving Precision Manufacturing Challenges with SEI Technologies

In the world of precision manufacturing, few technologies offer the versatility and precision of Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM). At SEI Technologies, we specialize in providing top-tier EDM services, including Wire EDM, Sinker EDM, and Fast Hole Drilling. Our state-of-the-art facility and experienced team are equipped to tackle the most challenging projects, ensuring quick turnaround and unmatched quality. A trusted and well-respected EDM service provider in North America, certified to AS9100 standards, we are committed to excellence in every job we undertake.

Understanding EDM and Its Unique Advantages

EDM is a non-traditional machining process that excels where conventional machining methods struggle. It involves using electrical discharges to remove material from a workpiece, making it ideal for creating intricate shapes, tight tolerances, and fine surface finishes. Here’s how each type of EDM service can address specific manufacturing challenges:

1. Wire EDM: Precision and Complexity

Problem: Complex shapes and tight tolerances Solution: Wire EDM

Wire EDM is perfect for cutting intricate shapes and achieving tight tolerances that are difficult or impossible with traditional machining. It’s particularly useful for:

• Creating complex geometries: Wire EDM can produce detailed contours and fine features with high precision, making it ideal for components with intricate designs.
• Working with hard materials: Materials like titanium, Inconel, and hardened steel can be easily machined with Wire EDM without causing tool wear.
• Achieving tight tolerances: Wire EDM offers exceptional accuracy, ensuring that parts meet exact specifications, which is crucial in aerospace, medical, and defense applications.

2. Sinker EDM: Versatility in Shape and Depth

Problem: Deep cavities and intricate details Solution: Sinker EDM

Sinker EDM, also known as Ram EDM, uses shaped electrodes to machine complex cavities and detailed features into a workpiece. It’s ideal for:

• Mold and die making: Sinker EDM is excellent for producing molds and dies with deep cavities and intricate details, essential for plastic injection molding, extrusion and die-casting applications.
• Creating sharp inside corners: Unlike traditional machining, Sinker EDM can create sharp inside corners without the need for additional finishing processes.
• Machining delicate parts: Sinker EDM applies minimal mechanical stress, making it suitable for machining delicate and thin-walled parts.

3. Fast Hole Drilling: Speed and Precision

Problem: Rapid and precise drilling of small holes Solution: Fast Hole Drilling EDM

Fast Hole Drilling EDM is designed for quickly drilling small, precise holes in hard materials. It’s ideal for:

• Aerospace components: Drilling cooling holes in turbine blades and other aerospace components with high precision and repeatability.
• Medical devices: Creating tiny, precise holes in medical instruments and implants.
• Initial holes for Wire EDM: Providing starter holes for Wire EDM processes, ensuring precise and efficient machining.

Why Choose SEI Technologies for Your EDM Needs?

At SEI Technologies, we pride ourselves on being the premier provider of EDM services in North America. Here’s why engineers and sourcing professionals choose us:

• Quick Turnaround: We understand the importance of meeting deadlines. Our efficient processes and skilled team ensure that we deliver high-quality parts on time.
• High Quality: Our commitment to quality is unwavering. We use the latest technology and adhere to stringent quality control standards to ensure that every part meets your exact specifications.
• AS9100 Certification: Our AS9100 certification demonstrates our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability in the aerospace industry and beyond.
• Customer-Centric Approach: We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and provide tailored solutions that exceed expectations.

Get Started with SEI Technologies

Whether you’re dealing with complex geometries, deep cavities, or the need for rapid, precise drilling, SEI Technologies has the expertise and technology to solve your most challenging manufacturing problems. Contact us today to learn more about our EDM services and how we can help you achieve your precision manufacturing goals.

Contact SEI Technologies today to discuss your project and request a quote!

SEI Technologies Expands Capabilities with Purchase of GF Machining Solutions Cut P 550 Pro

Concord, NC – SEI Technologies, a leading provider of precision machining services on a global scale, is pleased to announce the purchase and installation of a GF Machining Solutions Cut P 550 Pro. This state-of-the-art machine will allow the company to expand its capabilities and better serve its diverse customer base.

“We are always looking for ways to enhance our capabilities and stay at the forefront of the machining industry,” said Rick Harris, president of SEI Technologies. “The Cut P 550 Pro is a highly advanced machine that will allow us to take on even more complex projects and deliver the highest quality products and services to our clients.”

The Cut P 550 Pro is a high-performance wire EDM machine designed for maximum productivity and precision. It features a range of innovative technologies. This cutting-edge machine will enable SEI Technologies to further increase its production capacity, quality and efficiency.

SEI Technologies has been serving the global machining community for over 20 years, and the purchase of the Cut P 550 Pro is a testament to the company’s commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. The team at SEI Technologies is excited to put this new machine to work and continue delivering exceptional results for its valued customers.

SEI Technologies’ Harrisburg Location Moving

Concord, NC – SEI Technologies’ Harrisburg location, a leading provider of tool & die services, is excited to announce a move to a larger facility in Concord, NC. SEI is in the process of moving from its current location at 5249 Z-Max Blvd Harrisburg, NC to a new facility at 2730 Zion Church Rd Concord, NC 28025. The move is expected to be complete by Friday, December 17th 2021. The new shop is approximately 30,000 square feet, which makes it nearly four times larger than the previous Harrisburg facility. This larger facility will provide SEI Technologies with much-needed space to accommodate growth and allow us to add equipment and capabilities to support our Global customer base.

“We are excited about this move and the opportunities it presents for our company and our customers,” said Rick Harris, president of SEI Technologies. The new facility will allow us to add even more advanced capabilities and continue to deliver the highest quality products and services to our clients.”

SEI Technologies has been serving the Harrisburg community for almost 20 years, and the move to the new facility is a testament to the company’s continued growth and success. The team at SEI Technologies is looking forward to continuing to serve its valued customers in the new location at 2730 Zion Church Rd Concord, NC.

For more information about SEI Technologies and its services, please visit www.seitechnologies.com.

Merger Announcement

Valued Business Partners:

We are excited to announce effective December 30, 2020, SEI Technologies has acquired Williamson Machine Co., Inc. This merger will bring additional markets, customers, and capacity to our portfolio as we look to strengthen our position during this global pandemic.

Williamson Machine, located in Hickory, NC, was incorporated in 1981. Don Williamson and his team provide manufacturing and services to a wide range of customers including wire and cable manufacturing, automotive tooling, rubber and thermoplastic hose manufacturing and many more. Williamson provides a similar range of capabilities to SEI including CNC Milling and Turning, Wire EDM, small hole EDM, Surface Grinding, Heat Treating, Tig/Mig Welding, and other support operations.

As a result of the merger, Williamson Machine will begin operating under the name SEI Technologies as our dba (doing business as). We will be reaching out to all current customers for introductions and to provide new contact information and discuss confidentiality agreements, support, etc. Don and his staff have agreed to remain and provide support through the transition as we integrate the business in Q1 of 2021.

SEI Technologies currently operates out of locations in Hickory, NC and Harrisburg, NC, as well as a support office in Gold Canyon, AZ.

The SEI Hickory location is AS9100 rev D certified and performs new part manufacturing, overhaul, and repair services for a variety of markets including racing, automotive, aerospace and defense, the US military, and our allies around the world. Capabilities include 5-axis CNC machining, EDM, grinding, TIG welding, vacuum brazing, heat treatment, abrasive blasting, glass bead, fluorescent penetrate inspection and more.

The SEI Harrisburg location is a precision machining and tool & die operation, specializing in extrusion dies, stamping dies, specialty tooling with quick turn-around of all machining services including complex parts and reverse engineering services. Precision machining capabilities include wire, sink, and fasthole EDM, CNC milling, drilling, turning, ID-OD grinding, surface grinding, heat treating and more.

We appreciate your support during our many years of service and look forward to offering a broader range of services to our customers. Should you have any questions or wish to update your records please contact Angel Johnson at info@seitechnologies.com or 828-855-1652 and we will be happy to help.

Sincerely,

Rick M. Harris
President
SEI Technologies
828-855-1652

SEI Technologies Receives AS:9100 Rev D Certification

Merger Announcement

Merger announcement
August 22, 2014

Valued Business Partners:

We are excited to announce that in March of this year Solomon Engineering, Inc. acquired American EDM & Tool in order to provide a more comprehensive list of products and services to our customers. Both companies will continue to operate their businesses as usual out of their current locations. The legal entity will remain as Solomon Engineering, Inc, and will not impact any of the Contracts, EIN Number, Cage Codes, NDA, Confidentiality, or other agreements we currently have in place.

As a result of the merger, we will begin operating under the name SEI Technologies as our dba (doing business as). You will begin to see the name changing to SEI Technologies on our email addresses and letterhead in the coming months.
Solomon Engineering (SEI) has delivered exceptional quality and service to a number of industries since 1997. SEI performs new part manufacturing and overhaul and repair services for a variety of Aerospace and Defense companies, the US military, and our allies around the world. Capabilities include CNC Machining, EDM, Grinding, TIG Welding, Vacuum Brazing and Heat Treatment, Abrasive Blasting, Glass Bead, Fluorescent Penetrate Inspection and more. SEI Technologies is located in Hickory, NC.

Since 2005, American EDM & Tool, Inc. (AETI) has specialized in quick turn-around of all machining services including complex parts and reverse engineering services. Precision machining capabilities include Wire, Sink, and Fasthole EDM, CNC Milling, Drilling, Turning, ID-OD Grinding, Surface Grinding, Heat Treating and more. AETI is located in Harrisburg, North Carolina.
We appreciate your support during our many years of service and look forward to offering a broader range of services to our customers. Should you have any questions please contact Rick Harris at 828-855-1652.

Sincerely,

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Rick M. Harris
President
SEI Technologies and AETI
828-855-1652