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Dair Supplier Development Initiative

Applications are now closed. Thank you to everyone that submitted an application.

Designed to help small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) advance their capabilities and capacity, the DAIR Supplier Development Initiative (SDI) involves an approach whereby experts guide SMEs to improve their ability to meet the needs of the evolving global aerospace sector and create better customer relations with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 companies.

  • SMEs participate in an audit process (Aéro Montréal’s MACH Excellence Framework), which is a system developed to help suppliers assess their performance and identify areas for improvement with the ultimate purpose of enabling SMEs to better serve their current and future customers. The MACH Excellence Framework also features the MACH performance label, a recognized certification that provides increased visibility and recognition for suppliers in the aerospace industry.
  • The audit results highlight the opportunities for improvement in areas such as technology implementation, process or operational improvement, competency training and strategy. SMEs receive support from an OEM or Tier 1 mentor to determine an action plan and tangible solutions to address specific areas of concern.
  • DAIR provides direct financial support to each SME to implement their action plan with coaching or training from external expertise. The OEM/Tier 1 mentor may also provide coaching hours to support them through the implementation of their action plan.

Current SME Participants

For any questions, please contact Verlyn Smith, DAIR Supplier Development and Continuous Improvement Manager, at verlyn.smith@dairhub.com.

MACH is a trademark of Aéro Montréal used under license by DAIR.

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Read about SDI Success Stories

Past SME Participants

Thank you to our past Industry Mentors:

Bombardier Inc.
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited
MHI Canada Aerospace Inc.
Collins Aerospace
MDA Ltd.

SAFRAN Landing Systems
Héroux-Devtek Inc.
CAE Inc.
The Boeing Company
STELIA Aerospace

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          A. Berger Precision Ltd.

          High precision machining and manufacturing of components and highly complex assemblies.

          www.aberger.de/en

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          AirStart Inc.

          Supplier of OEM and aftermarket airplane parts and components to the global aviation and aerospace industry.

          www.airstart.com

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          Aerospace Metal Finishing Inc. (AMF)

          Surface finisher specializing in coating, passivation, anodizing etc. of fabricated metal parts.

          www.aerospacemetalfinishing.com

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          Aversan Electronics Manufacturing Inc. (Aversan EMI)

          Manufacturer specializing in high complexity electronics assemblies.

          www.aversan.com

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          Avion Technologies Inc.

          Manufactures gears, precision components, and sub-assemblies for the aviation and space industry.

          www.avion-tech.com

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          BMP Metals (A division of Bempro Global Group Inc.)

          Specialized in fabricated metal products with capabilities in punching, forming, welding, wet and powder coatings, milling and turning, electrical assembly, 3D plastic printing and mechanical assemblies.

          www.bmpmetals.com

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          Brotech Precision CNC Inc.

          High precision metal components manufacturer for the aerospace industry.

          www.brotechprecisioncnc.com

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          CFN Precision Ltd.

          Supplier of complex, precision-machined components, kits, sub-assemblies and testing for the aerospace industry.

          www.cfnprecision.com

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          Cleeve Technology Inc.

          Specializes in the supply, design, and manufacturing of electrical interconnect products, including but not limited to, wire harnesses, cable assemblies, boxes, panels and enclosures.

          www.cleevetechnology.ca

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          Coordinate Industries Ltd.

          Manufacturer of cable assemblies, wire harnesses, mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.

          www.coordinate-industries.com

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          Dellcom Aerospace

          CNC milling and turning capabilities for small- to medium-size parts for the aerospace industry.

          www.dellcom.ca

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          Devtek Aerospace (Centre of Excellence)

          Machining of medium- to large-size landing gear components.

          www.herouxdevtek.com/en/operating-locations/landing-gear/kitchener

          www.herouxdevtek.com/en

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          Fleet Canada Inc.

          Build-to-print aerospace manufacturer that specializes in airframe assembly, metal-to-metal bonding, etc.

          www.fleet.ca/site/home

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          Shimco North America Inc.

          Shim manufacturer and special processing of aircraft parts.

          www.shimco.com

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          Trinity Aerospace Corporation

          CNC machining and aerospace engineering services.

          www.trinityaerocanada.com

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          Tristar Coatings Ltd.

          Manufacturer of solvent and waterborne primers and topcoats.

          www.tristarcoatings.ca

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          Advanced Mobility Products Inc.

          (advancedmobilityproducts.com)

          Project Title: Development of Safe and Reliable Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS) for a Solar Battery Electric UAS

          Project Description: The project is to develop Safe and Reliable RESS for Superwake's Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) commercial applications. As Superwake begins its drive towards commercialization of its product, the need for conformity to regulatory standards is critical to the success of the product. This project focuses on a product conformity related to a regulatory framework such as Transport Canada Advisory Circular (AC) No. 922-001 – Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Safety Assurance. More specifically, a more complex RESS is required in advanced operations such as beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), flying in controlled airspace and near people.

          Environmental Impact: Low carbon footprint and replacement of aero vehicles that run on fossil fuels. The use of smaller solar battery electric drones can replace some applications of small, manned utility aircraft used in commercial applications. The cost to operate these drones would be substantially lower using solar battery electric drones.

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          Nancy Barber

          President

          Women in Aerospace Canada

          An aerospace senior executive with over 20 years of in-depth experience in operations, supply chain, and program management, Nancy Barber has spent much of her career in a product development environment involving large-scale clean sheet commercial and business aircraft programs. Nancy owns her own consulting business, Barber Complete Consultancy Inc, and is currently active in the aerospace industry, focused on leadership development, mergers & acquisitions, commercial strategy, product strategy and business development.

          Prior to Nancy establishing BCC Inc., she held the position of Chief Operating Officer, Bombardier Business Aircraft, responsible for planning, assembly, and delivery of the Learjet, Challenger, and Global business aircraft as well as the industrialization strategy of Bombardier’s operational footprint. Nancy also held the role of Vice President, responsible for the Global 7500 and Global 8000, and New Aircraft Studies, where she led proactive management or program milestones and cost commitments supporting the ramp up of the Global 7500 aircraft, the largest purpose-built business aircraft world-wide, and its successful entry into service in 2018.
          Nancy is a passionate promoter of women in aerospace serving as a mentor, coach, and speaker. In 2020, Nancy was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women, and the Northern Lights Aero Foundation awarded her with the Elsie Award for Business in recognition of her outstanding contributions to aviation and aerospace in Canada.

          In June 2022, Nancy was appointed President of Women in Aerospace Canada, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to expanding women’s opportunities for leadership and professional development as well as increasing their visibility in the aerospace community by creating a professional network in Canada and across the globe.

          Nancy graduated with an Honors Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Waterloo and has successfully completed the Queen's University Executive Leadership Program. She is published in the Journal of Sport Management as well as the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

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          KOSS AEROSPACE

          Koss Aerospace provides complete manufacturing solutions to the aerospace and defense industries, offering high speed multi axis machining, assemblies, kitting, metal finishing and vertically integrated services. 

          www.kossaerospace.com

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          Pursuit Aerospace 

          Manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components that are developed through highly integrated processes. 

          pursuitaero.com

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          RAMPF Composite Solutions Inc 

          RAMPF Composite Solutions designs and manufactures complex composite components and structures for the aerospace, defense, consumer, medical and transportation industries. 

          www.rampf-group.com

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          Vac Aero International 

          VAC AERO is a leading vacuum furnace manufacturer, vacuum heat treating and coatings service provider to Aerospace and high-tech industries worldwide. 

          vacaero.com

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