contoured shapes in the panels utilizing two different processes. SMC accomplishes this with its two Water Jets and Panel Saw, all of which are processor controlled allowing... for a high degree of accuracy and repeatability. SMC also has the added ability to cut dry and prepregged composite materials as well as all standard fabrics in single or multiple... layers utilizing a Composite Ply Cutter. Water Jet Cutting One of SMC's two water jets is an Abrasive Water Jet operating in a 6' x 10' work envelope with two-axis movement and can act...

capabilities have evolved over the years to include weaving, prepregging, autoclave molding, compression molding, water jet cutting, metal and composite material machining, metal... levels of ballistic protection as well as the skill and experience necessary to trim and attach hardware to the composite parts and armor produced. As a result, SMC's primary...