Delivering Mission-Critical Projects with Mastercam

Where Precision Meets Pressure

In the defence industry, precision isn’t just a goal, it’s a requirement. For Catamount Machine Works, delivering mission-critical components means there’s absolutely no room for error. Every part they produce must meet the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and reliability.

The Challenge: Absolute Accuracy in a High-Stakes Industry

Manufacturing precision parts for defence applications requires zero-margin-for-error execution. Catamount Machine Works faced the challenge of producing AS9100- and ITAR-compliant components while maintaining efficiency and consistency across projects.

The company needed a CAM system that could handle advanced machining operations, simplify training for new programmers, and ensure long-term scalability, all while meeting the strict documentation and traceability standards required in aerospace and defence.

The Solution: Advanced Technology Backed by Local Support

To achieve these goals, Catamount Machine Works turned to Mastercam, the world’s most widely used CAM software.

With support from their local Mastercam reseller, the company implemented advanced 5-axis machining, Wire EDM, and CNC lathe capabilities. The intuitive interface allowed programmers to handle complex geometries confidently and demanding tolerances, while built-in verification tools helped eliminate costly production errors.

Mastercam’s user-friendly design also helped the company attract and retain skilled talent. As CEO Chris Basgall explains,

“Mastercam is at the foundation of our strategy because if you can’t get the programming right, nothing else is going to be right.”

The Results: Precision That Drives Growth

By integrating Mastercam across their production workflow, Catamount Machine Works saw measurable gains in efficiency and performance:

✅ 5-axis machining adoption grew from 0% to 40%, unlocking new possibilities for complex part production.

✅ Wire EDM setup time dropped by 25%, improving throughput and delivery speed.

✅ Revenue from advanced projects, once considered unachievable, increased by 32%.

In addition to performance gains, the company achieved full compliance with AS9100, ITAR, NIST 800-171, and CMMC, ensuring data integrity and security for all defence-related projects.

Basgall credits Mastercam’s global yet locally accessible support for their ongoing success:

“We cannot afford to wait hours for an answer in the middle of a project. With Mastercam, we have local, regional, and HQ support.”

Where Mastercam Makes the Difference

Catamount Machine Works’ success demonstrates the critical role Mastercam plays in industries where accuracy, security, and efficiency must work in perfect alignment. By combining cutting-edge software with responsive local support, Mastercam empowers manufacturers like Catamount to deliver on even the most demanding projects, without compromise.

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