Imperial Expands 5-Axis CNC Department with DMG Mori

Imperial is proud to announce the addition of a new DMG Mori DMU 75 MonoBlock 5-Axis CNC Machining Center

This is a significant expansion to our 30+ CNC Machining Centers, specifically to our 5-Axis capability.

This addition is a testament to the commitment of Kaiser Aluminum to support Imperial’s growth.


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Advanced Manufacturing partner?

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Imperial Receives BAE Systems Gold Supplier Award

We’re proud to share that Imperial Machine & Tool Co. was selected for a Gold Supplier Award by BAE Systems.

Imperial is one of only 43 companies to win this prestigious award from BAE Systems, in a pool of over 3,000 vendors.

The award seeks to highlight the performance of vendors who achieve operational excellence in their dealings with BAE Systems, while eliminating defects in the supply chain.

Imperial has a long-standing successful track record providing Advanced Manufacturing services for BAE Systems. We have been involved in many notable programs for BAE over 20+ years.

One such program we may speak about is the M777 Howitzer Program. We serve as a Tier 1 Supplier to BAE Systems on the M777 A2 Howitzer Program, and have been involved since First Gun Pilot Production.

We’re also known for providing high-precision advanced manufacturing services related to advanced electronics & enclosures, mechanical support components, and missile system components.

We would like to thank the entire team at BAE Systems for the Gold Supplier Award, and we look forward to continuing to serve the needs of BAE Systems with the highest levels of Quality, Innovation and Service.


Do you need a high-quality

Advanced Manufacturing partner?

Learn more about Imperial Machine & Tool Co.’s Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities

Imperial Expands Metal AM Department with Addition of SLM 500 Quad-700 Watt

Larger parts. Faster than ever before.

We’re proud to announce the addition of an SLM Solutions SLM 500 Quad-Laser to our Metal Additive Manufacturing Lab.

Machine Highlights

  • Larger build envelope size: 500mm x 280mm x 365mm

  • Powered by four 700-watt lasers for faster processing times

  • Reduced-Support printing enabled by SLM “Free Float” Technology


You can learn more about our Metal Additive Manufacturing Services below, or contact us if you would like to talk more about your specific application.

Rick Anderson Retires After 25 Years with Imperial

We’d like to say “Congratulations” to Rick Anderson as he retires after 25 years with Imperial.

Richard (Rick) Anderson Master Machinist, Programmer and Apprenticeship Coordinator

Richard (Rick) Anderson
Master Machinist, Programmer and Apprenticeship Coordinator

Rick was one of the first employees to join Imperial after our move to our current location back in 1996. He immediately made a positive impact on operations and has been doing so for the past 25 years.

His keen understanding and insightful approach to complex multi-axis machining operations enabled the company to achieve the high levels of machining and manufacturing excellence we are known for. Rick’s knowledge, combined with his ready wit and talent for teaching, impacted dozens of prospective machinists and fostered the careers for many current and former Imperial employees.

Chris Joest, President Emeritus, presents a retirement award to Rick.

Chris Joest, President Emeritus, presents a retirement award to Rick.

Chris & Rick, long time colleagues and friends

Chris & Rick, long time colleagues and friends

Thank you for your many years of service and friendship, Rick. Enjoy your well-earned retirement!

Imperial Machine & Tool Co. 

March 2021

Imperial Continues to Expand Capacity with New CNC Lathe

Imperial Machine & Tool Co. is proud to announce the addition of a Haas DS 30Y CNC Lathe with Live Tooling Capability.

Rigging our new Haas DS 30Y Lathe into place.

Rigging our new Haas DS 30Y Lathe into place.

This is a significant expansion to our 30+ CNC Machining Centers, specifically to our precision turning capability. The Live Tooling will allow us to cross-mill and drill to produce complex turned components more efficiently.

This addition is a testament to the commitment of Kaiser Aluminum to support Imperial’s growth.