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DEFENSE TOOLING FOR TOUGH DEMANDS

CIGNYS manufactures heavy-duty tooling, ground support equipment, and components that help defense teams move, stabilize, and protect critical assets.

 

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 MILITARY-GRADE SUPPORT

DEFENSE TOOLING SOLUTIONS

CIGNYS supplies the specialized tooling and equipment defense teams rely on. From ground support equipment and mobility hardware to application-specific tooling, we help you keep critical platforms ready for action.

  • Ground Support Equipment: Heavy-duty jacks, mobilizers, and trailers that help move and stabilize vehicles and mission modules.
  • Material Handling: Trolleys, frames, jigs, and racks that keep heavy parts and assemblies moving safely and efficiently.
  • Power and Vehicle Components: Electrical enclosures, cable reels, and torque rods that support reliable power and control across defense applications.
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 CUSTOM-FIT SOLUTIONS

APPLICATION-SPECIFIC DEFENSE TOOLING

Not every need can be met with a standard jack, trailer, or trolley. Many defense projects require one-off or low-volume tooling built around a specific vehicle, module, or requirement.

  • Assembly, Weld Fixtures, and Jigs: Hold vehicle structures, brackets, and enclosures in position during fabrication and assembly.
  • Handling Frames, Cradles, and Lift Attachments: Support heavy or irregular loads to be lifted, rotated, or secured safely.
  • Storage, Staging, and Transport Racks: Support large subassemblies or kits during movement and installation.
  • Inspection, Alignment, and Test Tooling: Help verify critical fit, location, and performance.

Whether you are working from existing tooling, legacy prints, or a new requirement, our team can review your needs and build a solution that fits your application needs.

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 DEFENSE-READY HARDWARE

GROUND SUPPORT & MOBILITY EQUIPMENT
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Heavy-Duty Jacks

Heavy-Duty Jacks

Heavy-duty lifting and stabilization for trailers, mobilizers, and ground support equipment used on bases, ranges, and maintenance facilities.

These jacks can be configured to program-specific tooling with stroke, footpads, and mounting options matched to your shelters, trailers, and support equipment.

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thor trailer

Lightweight, High-Capacity Customizable Trailer

We engineer weight-optimized frames to reduce limitations while meeting demanding load requirements.

Options include customer-specified air-ride suspension, mechanical breaking, and manual parking brakes, with optional CARC finishing and full in-house machining, fabrication, and assembly.
4920 rail type trailer

Aircraft Maintenance Rail Trailer

CIGNYS can produce rail-mounted maintenance trailers tailored to your operating environment and interfaces.

Each unit is built to customer specs, can be CARC painted to final color/finish requirements, and manufactured end-to-end in-house for dependable performance.
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Mobilizers That Perform

Purpose-built units that allow you to move heavy systems, trailers, and support equipment safely and efficiently across your site.

Mobilizers can be built around your load envelope, footprint, tow method, and tie-down needs so they integrate cleanly with existing equipment.

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Trailers & Running Gear

Rugged running gear and trailer assemblies built to handle demanding loads and years of service in defense environments.

Axle ratings, brake packages, hitches, and mounting interfaces can be set to support specific mission modules, shelters, and equipment layouts.

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59585-sikorski trailer

Helicopter Rotor Maintenance Cart


CIGNYS can design and develop different types of maintenance carts that combine stable mobility with robust structure.

Programs include collaborative engineering, can be CARC finished, and defined test protocols, up to and including load and road testing, executed fully in-house.

Shown here is an example of a cart developed for helicopter rotor maintenance, though our solutions extend well beyond aerospace applications.
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Refueling Tanker Boom Trailer

CIGNYS designs large-format boom trailers, approximately 40 ft in configuration, utilizing DFM best practices and optional FEA analysis on the frame.

Builds can be CARC Finished to meet your specifications, validated to stringent criteria (load and road tested), and completed 100% in-house for consistency and control.
 SMOOTH, RELIABLE, DURABLE

MATERIAL HANDLING

Trolley Wheels

Reliable trolley wheels that support overhead and in-plant movement, helping production and maintenance teams handle heavy assemblies with confidence.

For defense projects, trolley capacity, wheel profiles, and connection hardware can be matched to your beams, tracks, and handling procedures.

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Trolley Wheels
 MANUFACTURED FOR SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE

POWER, SIGNAL, & VEHICLE COMPONENTS
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Electrical Enclosures

CIGNYS builds electrical enclosures that protect power, control, and electronic systems from the elements and harsh operating conditions.

These enclosures can be supplied in specific sizes, cutouts, connector patterns, and coating systems to meet your environmental and interface requirements.

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Cable Reels

Cable reels that keep power, communication, and control lines organized, protected, and ready for rapid deployment or retraction when needed.

Cable type, length, winding method, and mounting style can be set up around your ground support carts or test setups.

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Torque Rods

Torque Rods

High-strength components that support stability and control in heavy military vehicle suspensions and related platforms.

Dimensions, bushings, and pin sizes can be aligned with your current and legacy vehicle families, making torque rods a part of a broader tooling and support package.

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WHY PARTNER WITH CIGNYS

EXPERTISE YOU CAN TRUST. RESULTS YOU CAN RELY ON.

High Quality Products

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Our components are manufactured with precision and inspected to meet the most rigorous defense and aerospace standards. Trust us to deliver reliability where it matters most.

 

Fast Lead Time

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We know time is critical in the defense industry. Our program management and commitment, along with streamlined processes and advanced technology, ensure your parts are delivered on time, without compromising quality.

DFM Support

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Our engineering team collaborates closely with you throughout the development cycle. Leveraging expertise in customization, fulfillment of military specifications, design for manufacturability (DFM), and scalable production, we deliver optimized solutions that meet stringent performance standards.

 PROUD PARTNERS IN EXCELLENCE
LockheedMartin Department of Defense Boeing RTX Logo Leonardo DRS MD Helicoptors Northrop Grumman L3 Harris JBT McMasterCarr Howmet Aerospace Horbart General Motors Textron Nissan E and S Honda HDT Global Ford Durr Essex Industries Sikorsky Vallen TronAir Toyota Daifuku Webb CMCO Sabaru BDI SAAB AAR AviationGroundEquipmentCorp Curtiss Wright BAE Systems Grainger DMW





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