About TIGHITCO

TIGHITCO: 80 Years of Precision Engineered Aerospace & Industrial Components

If you’re looking for a reliable supplier for composites, industrial insulation, assembiles or MRO services, trust TIGHITCO, Inc. We’re an innovative industrial & aerospace manufacturer delivering quality aerospace & industrial solutions since 1944. TIGHITCO is a proven leader in the design, fabrication and assembly of engineered components for both aerospace and industrial applications.

About Tighitco

Pronounced “T-I-G-HIT-CO”

“How do you say your company name?” We’re often asked how to pronounce the name of our company. Listen to our team members for a quick lesson.

Viable Solutions

Creative Thinking Driving Viable Solutions

At TIGHITCO, our Sigma belt trained team is always looking for ways to innovate: How can we do this faster? Can we make this less expensive? Is there a way to make this product better? Our culture of creative thinking leads us to develop viable solutions to help our customers meet their production schedule, quality needs and budget concerns. This drive for improvement is why so many top industrial and aerospace companies trust us for their component design, fabrication, finishing and assembly.

Lockheed Martin
Solar Turbines
Leonardo
GKN Aerospace
GE Aviation
Boeing
Bombardier
Collins Aerospace
Cummins
Sikorsky
Spirit Aerosystems
Woodward
Ducommun
Eaton
Gulfstream
JBRND
Kaman
Kratos
Progress Rail
Textron

A Legacy of Quality in Composites, Insulation Products, Assemblies & Overhaul

As an NADCAP approved, ISO AS9100 and AS9110 certified, FAA/EASA certified and ITAR compliant manufacturing facility, TIGHITCO has proven compliance with industry standards. Our aerospace and industrial manufacturing quality certifications for both our U.S. and Mexico facilities are available for review.

  • NADCAP certified
  • FAA repair station
  • EASA approved repair station
  • AS9100D
  • AS9110C
  • ISO9001
  • ASR

Corporate Mission

Delivering aerospace and industrial excellence by providing Industry leading manufacturing capabilities and services to our global markets through relentless support, collaboration and accountability.

Corporate Values

  • Operate with respect for Customers/Employees/Suppliers/Community
  • Work with Passion
  • Embrace Continuous Improvement
  • Bring an Entrepreneurial Spirit
Manufacturing

Our History

1944

H.I. Thomas Company was founded. This was the start of our insulation division.

1960

H.I. Thomas Company becomes HITCO and moves into a new facility.

1972

Ellcott Manufacturing was founded in Vernon, Connecticut. This was the beginning of our composites division.

1991

The InterTech Group purchases HITCO operations and becomes TIGHITCO.

1997

TIGHITCO purchases Ellcott Manufacturing, bringing the composites division under the TIGHITCO umbrella of services.

1997

Overhaul Support Services (OSS) division is founded in East Grandby, CT.

2001

San Luis Potosi, Mexico, Insulation & Sewn Products facility opens.

2007

The Composites division moved to Berlin, Connecticut, and was renamed the Complex Composites Division.

2008

TIGHITCO acquires Overhaul Support services.

2008

Chihuahua, Mexico, Sheet Metal Fabrication facility opens.

2013

Charleston, SC Composites facility opens.

2022

TIGHITCO is acquired by P4G Capital (Partners 4 Growth).

Our Facilities

With five locations in the United States and Mexico, TIGHITCO has the advantage of offering a low-cost alternative supplier that’s managed and supervised by our U.S.-based team. We have the capability to prove a component in the United States and then move it to Mexico for rate production to lower the cost. This flexibility allows us to meet your goals for budget, timeline and quality.

Composites Manufacturer
Composite Repair

Complex Composites

The Complex Composites division began in 1972 as Ellcott Manufacturing. Initially providing aerostructure composite manufacturing, the capabilities now include design, fabrication, assembly, finishing and repair.

Charleston, South Carolina
Opened in 2013

Certifications:

  • ITAR Compliant
  • AS9100D & ISO 9001:2015
  • NADCAP Approved – Composites
  • NADCAP Approved – NonDestructive Testing

Berlin, Connecticut
Opened in 1972; moved to current location in 2007

Certifications:

  • ITAR and OpSec Compliant
  • NADCAP Approved – Composites
Overhaul Cleaning

Overhaul Support Services

Founded in 1997, Overhaul Support Services provides MRO capabilities on rotorcraft for OEM, government and military customers.

East Granby, Connecticut
Opened in 1997

Certifications:

  • EASA Part-145 Approval
  • FAA Approved Repair Station
  • ISO 9001:2015/ AS9110C
  • ISO 9001:2015/ AS9100D
  • NADCAP Approved – FPI and MPI NonDestructive Testing
Insulation
Sheet Metal Fab

Insulation Products

The Insulation Products Group originated in 1944 as part of the H.I. Thompson Company. In addition to engineering and fabrication in the U.S., insulation and sewn products are also manufactured in our TIGHITCO Latinoamerica facility in San Luis Potosi, Mexico.

San Luis Potosi, Mexico
Opened in 2001

Certifications:

  • AS9100D & ISO 9001:2015
  • NADCAP Welding

Chihuahua, Mexico
Opened in 2008

Certifications:

  • ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D
  • NADCAP Chemical Processing
  • NADCAP Heat Treating
  • NADCAP Welding

Capabilities:
Provides sheet metal fabrication, hydroform, heat treat and chemical processing.

  • Excellent Responsiveness
    TIGHITCO's team is excellent on responsiveness and working with their customers to ensure open items are resolved and parts are delivered. The program, sales, engineering, quality, and operations teams are always willing to work with us and ensure parts delivered in a timely manner.
    — Jason Abate, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company

TIGHITCO Leadership Team

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