Machining · Fabrication · Engineering

Borealis Manufacturing

4-axis CNC milling and 5-axis CNC turning supporting small batches and production runs.

Precise drilling, tapping, countersinking, and milling for outsourcing fabrication shops.

One-off parts for prototypes, hobbyists, and repairs.

CAD and engineering support for parts that don't have a drawing.

Borealis Manufacturing

Precision machining and fabrication.

We specialize in CNC machined parts for engineering teams across Canada. We work alongside technical teams to manufacture prototype, development, and production hardware for consumer, technology, industrial, and aerospace sectors.

Borealis Manufacturing is run by the same team building Canadian aerospace hardware for Borealis Propulsion Lab, so your parts are held to the standard we hold our own to.

Sketch, CAD, or idea

Send what you've got, new build or repair, and we'll fill in the gaps.

Fast turnaround

Rush and overnight timing when you need it, flexible when you don't.

One part or thousands

Prototypes and custom one-offs through full production batch runs.

Competitive pricing

We will work with you to establish a price that is fair for the both of us.

Based in the Fraser Valley, we primarily service Metro Vancouver and the greater Lower Mainland area. Delivery is available accross Canada and internationally.

Precision assembly of a machined flight hardware component
Services

What We Do

Full Production Lifecycle

From First Article
to Full Production

Start with a first design or a repeat production order. We'll take on the whole project, or just the stage you need a hand with.

Design

Engineering and design-for-manufacture.

Prototypes

Fast first articles to prove it out.

Production

Scalable runs, tens to thousands.

Assemblies

Welding, fabrication, and sub-assembly.

Industries Served

Manufacturing For

Machined aluminium bracket for technology hardware
Technology & Consumer Products

Technology & Consumer Products

  • Enclosures & heatsinks
  • Instrument & sensor housings
  • Mounting hardware
  • Product prototypes & short runs
Machined RCS propulsion hardware
Aerospace & Defence

Aerospace & Defence

  • Aerospace-grade components
  • Defence-adjacent hardware
  • Parts for extreme environments
  • Flight & test hardware
Robot assembly arm
Robotics & Industrial Automation

Robotics & Industrial Automation

  • End effectors & tooling
  • Actuator & joint components
  • Frames, mounts & brackets
  • Automation jigs & machine fixtures
Machined fittings on a fluid system tubing run
Energy & Resources

Energy & Resources

  • Pump, valve & fluid fittings
  • Flanges & manifolds
  • Mining & processing equipment
  • Maintenance & shutdown parts
Custom machined performance components
Motorsports & Performance Parts

Motorsports & Performance Parts

  • Suspension & chassis components
  • Engine & driveline parts
  • One-off performance hardware
  • Adapters, spacers & brackets
TIG welding a steel joint
Fabricators & Weld Shops

Fabricators & Weld Shops

  • Drilling, tapping & countersinking
  • Weld-in bungs, bosses & inserts
  • Flanges, hubs & adapters
  • Post-weld machining to print
Offshore platform
Marine & Offshore

Marine & Offshore

  • Driveline & propulsion components
  • Deck & rigging hardware
  • Corrosion-resistant parts
  • Repairs & replacement fittings
Process plant
Industrial & Specialty

Industrial & Specialty

  • Plant & facility repairs
  • Short-run custom hardware
  • Reverse-engineered replacements
  • Cosmetic & functional one-offs
Hobby RC car chassis with its wiring exposed, beside its body shell
Home Hobbyists

Home Hobbyists

  • Project car & motorcycle parts
  • RC, drone & robotics builds
  • Custom brackets, mounts & adapters
  • Replacements for discontinued parts
Contact & RFQ

Start Your Project

Tell us what you need and we'll work out the details together.

Request a Quote
FAQ

Common Questions

Do you take one-off or small-batch jobs?

Yes. A single replacement part is as welcome as a thousand-piece order. Plenty of work here starts as one prototype and turns into a repeat run later.

Do you work with individuals, or only businesses?

Both. Most of our customers are businesses, but we also take on personal projects like hobby builds and custom parts for something you're fixing up. If it fits on our machines, we'll talk.

Do I need CAD files or engineering drawings to get a quote?

No. Drawings and 3D CAD files are ideal, but a hand sketch with dimensions works too, and so does a photo and a phone call. We can handle the design legwork between your idea and a machinable part.

Do you repair existing parts?

Yes, and it can be cheaper than replacing them. We rebuild and modify worn or damaged parts and assemblies. A lot of that work comes from farms, transport fleets, and industrial plants around the valley.

Can you do welded assemblies and re-machined welded parts?

Yes. We build welded assemblies in-house and re-machine them after welding. For weldments that have structural or pressure rated CSA requirements, we work with our trusted outside partners who specialize in those processes.

Can you supply finished parts, like anodized or powder coated?

Yes. Parts can be delivered anodized, powder coated, painted, or with other finishes. Depending on the requirements we either finish in-house (bead blasting and tumbling) or through trusted outside partners, but either way you deal with us and get a finished part.

How fast can you do my job?

Rush work is part of the business. Expedited lead times are common here, including overnight turnaround when a machine is down and you need it running again. Tell us the deadline and we'll be straight with you about whether we can hit it, as this depends heavily on the work required and our current backlog. Keep in mind the more flexible you can be with your timeline, the more flexible we can be with our pricing.

How much does machining cost?

It depends on the part. Material, tolerances, quantity, setup time, finishes, and lead time all move the number, so a simple bracket and a tight-tolerance aerospace fitting are different animals. Quoting costs you nothing, so the fastest answer is to send us what you've got.

Do you offer pickup and/or delivery? Can I pickup from your facility?

We can come to you, or you can come to us. We can arrange pickup/delivery across the Lower Mainland including: Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, and elsewhere nearby. You can also drop off and collect parts at our Chilliwack facility (by appointment only). For everything else we arrange freight or shipping (available across Canada and internationally).

How do I get a free quote?

Send the details through our quote request form or call (778)  819‑8847. Attach whatever you have and we'll come back with questions or a number, usually within a few hours.