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.
Pronounced “T-I-G-HIT-CO”
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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.
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.
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
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.
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 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 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 ResponsivenessTIGHITCO'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.
TIGHITCO Leadership Team
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Mark Withrow
President & CEO -
Chris Simmons
CFO -
Matt Reid
Vice President of Contracts & Compliance -
Amy Faine, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Vice President of Human Resources -
Shawn Hawks
Complex Composites
Vice President & General Manager -
Malissa Nesmith
Complex Composites
Vice President Sales & Business Development -
Humberto Santiago
Insulation Products
Vice President & COO MX
Company News
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TIGHITCO Receives Contract Award From Caterpillar, Inc.
TIGHITCO announced today that its facilities in Mexico, part of the TIGHITCO Latin America Insulation Products Group, have been awarded a new 5-year contract by Caterpillar, Inc. This contract involves the manufacturing of thermal protection... Read More
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TIGHITCO to Participate in Leading Ladies of… Aerospace 5th Annual Summit
The Virtual Summit focused on Women Shaping the Future of the Aerospace Industry will feature TIGHITCO’s Malissa Nesmith. TIGHITCO is honored to announce it will participate in the fifth annual Leading Ladies of… Aerospace Virtual... Read More
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TIGHITCO Awarded Multi-year Contract for 737 Thermal Protection Systems
TIGHITCO, Inc., a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, is pleased to announce that its Insulation Products Group, TIGHITCO Latin America, has been awarded a continuing, multi-year contract from Spirit Aerosystems for insulation assemblies... Read More
