About Hi-Shear Technology Corp

Hi-Shear Technology Corporation (Hi-Shear), part of Chemring Group PLC , provides pyrotechnic, mechanical, and electronic products to the aerospace and defense markets in applications where safety, performance and high reliability are essential.  We develop and produce advanced systems and products that are used worldwide in space exploration vehicles, satellites, launch vehicles, defensive & offensive missile systems, tactical weapons, and first-line fighter aircraft. 


Facilities & Capabilities

Location & Size: Torrance - 77,000 SF
Santa Clarita - 12 acres for pyrotechnic mixing, blending and storage
Manufacturing: 50,000 SF production area in Torrance
Precision Machining: All metals (including specialty metals) non-metallics & plastics
Engineers: Mechanical, Electronic, Chemical
Quality System: ISO 9001-2008 / AS 9100 Rev. B (Rev C in 2012)
Space Environmental Testing: Explosive Firing, Temperature, Humidity, Hydraulic, Vibration/Shock, X-ray, Acceleration, Helium Leak

 

Hi-Shear's qualified products have demonstrated flawless performance and reliability in every critical aerospace and defense mission.  We are an Industry leader in the following products:

  • Pyrotechnic Actuated Ultra-Low Shock Separation Mechanisms

  • Non-Explosive Electric Actuated Ultra-Low Shock Resettable / Re-Useable Separation Devices

  • Cartridge Actuated & Propellant Actuated Devices (CAD/PAD)

  • Next Generation CAD/PAD (Exploding Bridgewire, Reactive Bridge)

  • Electronic Subsystems & Cable Assemblies for Connecting & Firing

  • Electronic Safe-Arm-Fuze (ESAF) / Flight Termination Devices




As a qualified and licensed ordnance provider, Hi-Shear produces hardware used for the entire ordnance train:  

Firing Unit     →      Connecting Cable Assembly     →     Initiator     →     CAD/PAD

 


Hi-Shear Technology is actively engaged in custom and one-of-a-kind designs.  Beyond our own products, we support many customers with build to print, test design, third party testing, and problem solving.  We welcome the opportunity to apply our engineering talent, laboratory facilities and manufacturing capabilities to the design and production of your specialized requirements.


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