Santourian Manufacturing: A Preserved Plant Record
The following account is drawn from preserved excerpts of the company's historical website. It documents the facility, equipment, and capabilities as they were recorded, not as a current vendor offer.
A Record of Precision Manufacturing Since 1981
Santourian Manufacturing, Inc. (SMI) operated as a precision sheet metal fabrication and CNC machine shop in Oceanside, California, since 1981. The preserved website excerpts describe a facility dedicated to high-quality production for industries requiring exacting tolerances and repeatable results. The company's own summary of its work emphasized precision sheet metal fabrication, stamping, forming, machining, assembly, and welding, all offered as turnkey services.
The plant record notes a commitment to customer satisfaction and the use of technology to achieve fast production. The phrase 'Endless Possibilities in Manufacturing' appeared alongside a promise of productivity through technology. These statements reflect the company's self-described mission during the period captured in the archive.
Equipment and Capacity as Preserved
The preserved excerpts list specific equipment that defined the shop's capacity. Two large Wiedemann 40-station turret punch presses were in operation, described as 'twin' machines that doubled capacity. A new innovative punching cell provided automatic loading and unloading of material. Three 10,000 rpm Haas vertical machining centers supported CNC milling, drilling, and tapping operations.
The record also mentions a 'Real Time' shop floor control system, which allowed instant answers regarding job status. This system was part of a broader effort to maintain total control of every aspect of the production cycle. The equipment list, while not exhaustive, indicates a facility equipped for both prototype and high-production metal fabrication.
Materials and Processes Documented
The archive details a wide range of materials processed at the plant. These included aluminum in 2000, 5000, 6000, and 7000 series; red metals such as brass, bronze, and copper; low and high carbon steels in various forms; exotics alloys including Inconel, Monel, 4130, 4140, and titanium; stainless steel in chromium nickel grades 301, 303, 304, and 316, as well as chromium grades 410 and 440; and plastics such as ABS, Acetal, Delrin, HDPE, G-Classes, Lexan, Nylon, Polycarbonate, PVC, Teflon, and UHMW.
Processes included CNC stamping, metal forming, CNC machining, and certified welding. The welding services were noted as compliant with MIL-STD-2219, MIL-STD 1595, AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.3, and AWS D1.6, and the company stated ISO 9000 compliance. These details are preserved as historical claims, not as current certifications.
Recognition and Quality Standards
The preserved record includes a Supplier Excellence Award from General Atomic Aeronautical. The award recognized 100% quality and 100% on-time delivery for three consecutive years. This recognition is presented as part of the plant's history, reflecting the standards the company aimed to uphold.
The company described itself as 'Your First Choice in Precision Manufacturing' and emphasized consistent CNC manufacturing performance. The archive notes that the professional and experienced staff gave customers an advantage. These statements are preserved as they appeared, without endorsement or verification.
Technology and Customer Collaboration
The website excerpts highlight an early adoption of digital collaboration tools. A 'Burstable T-1' website and 'Cyber Engineering and Manufacturing' allowed customers to access and control production remotely. The company stated that its design team was virtually on the customer's desktop, enabling real-time status inquiries from anywhere, whether Tokyo or Toledo.
This approach was framed as a way to produce products close to customers in the Southwestern US while competing in a global economy. The preserved text mentions CAD/CAM capabilities and solid modeling, indicating a focus on engineering support alongside fabrication.
Facility and Scope of Operations
The manufacturing facility consisted of two buildings in Oceanside, California. Services included precision sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, metal forming, certified welding, assembly integration, and CAD design. The company served San Diego County, Orange County, Los Angeles, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and the broader Southwest area.
The archive lists capabilities such as 4-axis high-speed CNC milling, drilling and tapping at 10,000 rpm, and complete turnkey capability for mechanical assembly, component, and electrical work. Accurate equipment design and engineering technical staff were also noted. This record is preserved for historical reference and does not represent a current offer of goods or services.