High-Tolerance Manufacturing for Railway Load-Bearing Components

Frigate produces micron-accurate parts engineered for extreme fatigue, thermal shifts, and multi-axis dynamic loading in railway applications. 

Frigate Enables Digital Rail Production Systems

Traceability Backbone

Frigate links microstructure, dimensions, and heat data to digital IDs, enabling audit-ready genealogy for fleet, ESG, and compliance assurance.

Zero Drift Interfaces

Closed-loop machining with AI-corrected toolpaths maintains sub-50μm tolerances for safety-critical parts across large-scale production volumes.

Digital Homologation

Simulation-integrated prototyping ensures compliance with global rail standards and accelerates approvals with documentation packages aligned to OEM specs.

Our Clients

Trusted by Engineers and Purchasing Leaders 

Excellence You Can Trust

Trusted by Fortune 500 companies for high-precision CNC machining, tight tolerances, and superior quality.

Enable Predictive Quality with Spectral and Statistical Intelligence

Ensuring first-pass yield and reducing NCRs at volume requires predictive QA built on real-time data and in-process spectral insights. 

Spectral Alloy Validation

Deploy inline LIBS and XRF to detect alloy phase shifts and chemical deviations before they reach final inspection, eliminating latent material defects. 

Autonomous 3D Metrology

Integrate robotic 3D scanning arms on the shop floor for real-time geometry clustering and immediate feedback into the machining loop. 

Statistical Drift Detection

Use multivariate SPC to generate dimensional drift alerts when process variation exceeds ±3σ, enabling corrective action before failure thresholds. 

MES-Integrated Escalation

Tie supplier quality modules directly into customer MES/QMS systems, triggering live alerts and digital tracebacks for nonconformance events. 

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Achieve JIT Fulfillment with Field-Ready Component Kitting

Supporting depot overhauls and system rollouts demands synchronized production and deployment logistics tailored to fleet maintenance cycles and program phasing. 

Predictive Wear Forecasting

Analyze historical fleet data to model wear-prone component lifespans, enabling preemptive production scheduling and batch optimization. 

Serialized Modular Kitting

Package replacement systems with serialized BOMs and grouped assemblies, ready for direct install at depots or field service stations. 

ERP-Connected Shipping

Generate advanced shipment notifications (ASNs) with API-based sync to client ERP systems, supporting inventory visibility and delivery coordination. 

Strategic Buffer Warehousing

Maintain bonded warehouse hubs near key rail corridors for sub-24-hour deployment of mission-critical parts during outages or emergencies. 

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Deliver Multi-Standard Compliance with Digital Manufacturing Control

Navigating AAR, EN, and regional rail certifications requires synchronized QA, engineering, and documentation processes purpose-built for multi-standard programs. 

Integrated Certification Workflows

Combine PPAP, IRIS, EN15085, and internal QMS checkpoints into a unified, digitally traceable process with revision-controlled audit logs. 

Cross-Standard Metallurgy

Engineer components with dual-compliance metallurgical profiles suited for both European and U.S. rail applications, minimizing revalidation costs. 

Automated Document Control

Auto-generate certificates for welders, NDT procedures, material traceability, and dimensional conformance as part of final part release. 

OEM Onboarding Packages

Deliver qualification-ready digital dossiers including FAI, CPK reports, and design compliance records for fast-track supplier onboarding. 

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Our Machined Products 

We support your production needs with CNC-machined parts, subassemblies, and performance-critical components. 

Blow Molding Die Cap - IMG (2)
Landing Gear Actuator Bracket - IMG
Stamping Die Punch - IMG
brass inserts - IMG
Generator Slip Ring Shaft - IMG (2)
Turbine Blade - IMG
Solar Tracker Pivot Bearing - IMG (2)
Bulkhead Fitting - img (2)
Pneumatic Actuator Rod End - IMG (2)
Cold Forging Die Insert - IMG
Shift Fork - IMG (3)
Cylinder Head Stud - IMG (2)
Thrust Reverser Latch - IMG (2)
Yaw Drive Pinion Gear - IMG
Subsea BOP Hinge Pin - IMG

Words from Clients

See how global OEMs and sourcing heads describe their experience with our scalable execution.

Frigate’s Global Presence

Frigate takes pride in facilitating “Make in India for the globe“.  As our global network of Frigaters provides virtually limitless capacity, and through our IoT enabled platform your parts go directly into production. By digitally and technologically enabling “the silent pillars of the economy” MSME and SME manufacturing industries, we are able to tap the huge potential for manufacturing to bring the best results for our clients.

Frigate’s Global Presence

100,000+

Parts Manufactured

250+

Frigaters

2000+

Machines

450+

Materials

25+

Manufacturing Process

How You Benefit with Us

Frigate brings stability, control, and predictable performance to your sourcing operations through a structured multi-vendor system. 

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2.8X

Sourcing Cycle Speed

Frigate’s pre-qualified network shortens decision time between RFQ and PO placement.  

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94%

On-Time Delivery Rate

Structured planning windows and logistics-linked schedules improve project-level delivery reliability. 

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4X

Multi-Part Consolidation

We enable part family batching across suppliers to reduce fragmentation.  

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22%

Quality Rejection Rate

Multi-level quality checks and fixed inspection plans lower non-conformities. 

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30%

Procurement Costs

Optimized supplier negotiations and bulk order strategies reduce your overall sourcing expenses. 

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20%

Manual Processing Time

Automation of sourcing and supplier management significantly reduces time spent on manual tasks. 

Other Industries We Serve 

We deliver machining support across sectors that require consistency, material reliability, and tight dimensional control. 

Construction Equipment - IMG
Precision Instruments & Metrology - IMG
Medical Devices
oil & gas equipment
industrial machinery
Food Processing Machinery
Dental & Orthodontics
Firearms & Defense Accessories
Consumer Electronics - img
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How does Frigate ensure no microstructural anomalies exist in forged railway parts before machining?

Frigate uses a combination of real-time spectroscopic analysis and high-resolution metallography to ensure the internal quality of each forged part. Right after forging, Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) and X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) are applied inline to verify alloy consistency down to trace elements. We also cut and examine cross-sections of random samples under 500x magnification to analyze grain flow, detect non-metallic inclusions, and validate the uniformity of phase distribution (such as ferrite, pearlite, bainite, etc.). 

Can Frigate maintain tight tolerances on asymmetric rail components under thermal distortion?

Yes. Frigate machines complex, asymmetric parts—like bogie crossbeams, coupler arms, and draft gear supports—using 5-axis CNC systems equipped with sub-micron thermal compensation software. These machines are fitted with sensors that monitor spindle temperature, ambient conditions, and part deformation in real time. When thermal changes are detected, the system adjusts the toolpath dynamically to hold critical features within ±10 microns. For highly sensitive zones, pre-stress clamping techniques and low-heat tool strategies are used to reduce residual stress. 

How does Frigate prevent quality variation during long production runs for rail contracts?

Frigate relies on predictive quality systems, not just final inspections. During high-volume runs, every CNC cell feeds data into a centralized Statistical Process Control (SPC) engine that tracks tool wear, cutting force, and dimensional drift. When the system detects trends that exceed 3-sigma control limits, automatic tool recalibration or process pauses are triggered before any out-of-spec parts are made. Frigate also uses machine learning algorithms trained on historical defect patterns to anticipate failure modes before they occur.  

How are Frigate’s parts qualified for use across both AAR and EN-certified rail platforms?

Frigate designs every production workflow to align with dual certification requirements, especially for customers operating in both North America and Europe. Material selection, forging, welding, and machining are all done in accordance with both AAR M-1003 and EN 15085 Class 1 requirements. Each batch is supplied with automated documentation packages that include material certificates, weld qualifications (WPS/PQR/WPQ), dimensional inspection reports, and NDT logs. Welders and quality inspectors are trained and certified under both regulatory frameworks. 

How does Frigate handle dimensional validation on large or complex machined rail parts?

For large-scale or geometrically complex parts—such as side frames, traction brackets, or bolsters—Frigate uses robotic 3D metrology systems deployed right on the shop floor. These arms perform high-resolution surface scans using laser triangulation and structured light, capturing millions of data points per part. The scans are instantly compared to the original CAD model using AI-based geometric clustering, which flags even minor deformation or contour drift that traditional CMMs or gauges might miss. This system works in parallel with the machining cycle, reducing downtime and eliminating the need for post-process rework. 

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LOCATIONS

Global Sales Office

818, Preakness lane, Coppell, Texas, USA – 75019

Registered Office

10-A, First Floor, V.V Complex, Prakash Nagar, Thiruverumbur, Trichy-620013, Tamil Nadu, India.

Operations Office

9/1, Poonthottam Nagar, Ramanandha Nagar, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore-641035, Tamil Nadu, India. ㅤ

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