Our Capabilities

Golden West Machine Inc. manufactures precision components and assemblies from your engineering drawings. GWMI also specializes in providing repairs to your existing equipment with unmatched quality and fast reliable delivery.

We combine decades of hands-on precision machining expertise with state-of-the-art manufacturing technology to deliver the best quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction in the industry.

When referring to machining capacity at Golden West Machine Inc. we’re not just focused on our machines. While it holds true GWMI is capable of handling turning up to 80” swing, 240” between centers, and milling up to 144” long, the real strength is the expansiveness of our shop.

Having 63 machine tools and a 20,000-lb. lifting capacity within a 30,000-square-foot facility, located in one of the world’s major precision manufacturing hubs, allows Golden West Machine Inc. the in-house capability to accept your job and avoid the limitations experienced when dealing with smaller shops. Every square foot in GWMI’s ISO 9001-certified facility is organized and designed to get your job completed and delivered on time … no matter how large or small. Golden West Machine Inc. has the precision machining facilities you need, available to you when you need them!

Successful manufacturing today requires high-level organization to be present throughout the process. At Golden West Machine Inc., our highly skilled craftsmen and manufacturing professionals are focused on every aspect of a process; allowing for the delivery of quality products while providing an exemplary customer service experience.

Golden West Machine Inc. can handle your most demanding requirements whether existing equipment repairs or precision components and assemblies built from engineering drawings. GWMI’s state-of-the-art CAD/CAM system integrates seamlessly with our modern CNC machine tools and inspection equipment. This manufacturing process is closely monitored using the latest shop control software and is supported by an ISO 9001 certified quality management system. Additionally, GWMI maintains a broad supply chain of qualified local processors. The end result is maximum efficiency and streamlined workflow that delivers real value for our customers.

Contact us with your next demanding manufacturing requirement and let our team show you what we can do.

There are a lot of moving pieces in the precision manufacturing industry. Keeping track of all of them is one of the primary challenges in running a successful job shop. Golden West Machine Inc. uses advanced E2 Shop Systems shop control software to manage daily operations and to track your job in real-time. From material arrival to final shipment, GWMI personnel know where your job is throughout the manufacturing process. This allows our team to head off potential issues that could result in delaying your order.

At Golden West Machine Inc., we believe communication is the “name of the game” in manufacturing. That is why we work hard to keep you informed and updated regarding the status of your order(s). If something should arise impacting a promised delivery date, our team will immediately inform you. We are not afraid to work 24/7 to make up for lost time, because our number goal is to deliver quality parts on time. The desire of the entire GWMI team is to build long-term relationships through outstanding customer service.

State-of-the-art job tracking + a dedicated team of manufacturing professionals = Satisfied GWMI Customers.

Precision machining technology has come a long way in the past 40 years. When Golden West Machine Inc. opened its doors in 1982, CNC machining was still in its infancy and desktop computing was just getting started. Today, modern manufacturing companies are run by technology allowing a CAD file to produce a machined component with amazing speed and accuracy. At GWMI, we continue to invest in the latest manufacturing technology allowing for superior value and reliability.

Despite the phenomenal provisions of modern technology, precision manufacturing remains a hands-on industry requiring highly skilled craftsmen and manufacturing professionals. Golden West Machine Inc. is proud to employ some of the industry’s finest talent. Supported by decades of precision machining knowledge & experience, the GWMI team focuses on providing premium quality goods and services by combining ultra-modern technology with the best of old-world craftsmanship.

Contact us today to learn what nearly 40 years of manufacturing experience and modern technology can do for you.

About Golden West Machine.

Golden West Machine humbly began in 1982 in a small warehouse with only two lathes, one mill, and a welder. Desiring to offer a turnkey solution by combining multiple manufacturing services under one roof, GWMI sought to provide its customers with unbeatable quality, reliable deliveries, and stellar customer service. After years of dedicated determination, GWMI has grown to become a 30,000-square-foot modern manufacturing environment boasting 63 machine tools, in-house welding, grinding, and metallizing supported by a team of forty-plus highly-skilled craftsmen and manufacturing professionals.

We offer turnkey solutions with multiple manufacturing services all under one roof.

Golden West Machine Inc. offers large-scale precision machining and assembly services with capacities up to 80” swing, 240” between centers, milling to 144”, and overhead crane lift capabilities up to 20,000 lbs. The GWMI team has extensive experience with large casting repairs, manufacturing from bar & plate stock, as well as casting & forgings in a wide range of materials such as aluminum, steel, and titanium. Their state-of-the-art CAD/CAM system can process your digital data sets in any standard format. GWMI’s entire operation is supported by ISO 9001:2015 certification.

Setting Golden West Machine Inc. apart from the rest is an unmatched commitment to quality and customer service. Believing good communication to be a key element of precision manufacturing, the team at GWMI works hard to oversee each manufacturing process while keeping customers informed every step of the way. The process begins with the use of cutting-edge job tracking software allowing for the barcoding of each workpiece. This allows tracking in real-time and the provision of up-to-the-minute status reports. In turn, affording the GWMI team the ability to identify a potential problem before it becomes a real one. In the end, GWMI provides its customers with peace of mind knowing they can be updated and in the loop every step of the way.

Find out for yourself why GWMI is not your average machine shop. Contact us today and let us show you what we can do.

GWMI is not your standard machine shop.

What's New at Golden West Machine.

New Honor Seiki VL-160C VTL

January 2022

Golden West Machine has replaced an older Vertical Turning Lathe with a new Honor Seiki VL-160C. The VL-160C is a large, high-precision, heavy-duty CNC Vertical Turning Center with extra-wide columns and a heavy-ribbed Meehanite casting for unmatched machining stability.

The 4-jaw, 63” chuck can handle workpieces weighing up to 17,600 lbs., with a 79.0” turning diameter and 49.3” turning height. The 75-hp high-torque spindle is directly coupled to a 2-speed ZF gearbox and delivers 25,000 Newton Meters of torque for heavy-duty turning and the most challenging materials. Hand-scraped box ways with a high-pressure lubrication system and C3 ball screws assure smooth and highly-accurate positioning with close tolerances and excellent surface finishes.

Golden West Machine is proud to offer the latest CNC machining technology designed to provide our customers with cutting-edge efficiency and maximum value. The entire GWMI team is focused on 100% quality and complete customer satisfaction from purchase order to final delivery. Contact us today and let us show you the future of large-scale precision machining.

Honor Seiki VL-160C VTL

GWMI is Now a Thomas Verified Supplier

June 2021

Golden West Machine has recently become a Thomas Verified Supplier. Our status as a Verified Supplier means that GWMI has undergone a complete review and validation of all of our products and services by Thomasnet.com. You can find GWMI at thomasnet.com and request a quotation with the “Request Quote” button.

Our Verified Supplier status is just one more way we make it easy to contact GWMI, and even easier to do business with us. We remain committed to providing an outstanding customer experience with innovative, value-driven precision machining solutions. To learn more about GWMI and what we can do for you please contact us today.

Golden West Machine Wins Safety Award

June 2020

Safety has always been a top priority at GWMI and we take great pride in providing a safe and enjoyable working environment that brings out the best in our employees and enables them to excel. We’re proud to have some of the most highly skilled craftsmen and manufacturing professionals in the business working at GWMI. Our people are a big reason that GWMI enjoys a reputation for unbeatable quality, reliable deliveries, and stellar customer service in the contract manufacturing industry.

GWMI was recently recognized by the Los Angeles Chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association for its commitment to a safe workplace with its 2020 NTMA Safety Award. This award is given to NTMA members for their continued dedication to a safe, clean, and positive work environment. We’re proud to be a member of this great organization and the entire team at GWMI appreciates the recognition for our hard work. You can learn more about the Los Angeles Chapter of the NTMA at lantma.org.

New Hyundai WIA LV800R VTC

January 2020

Golden West Machine has added a new Hyundai WIA LV800R Vertical Turning Center. This high-performance machine has a stable spindle structure for excellent heavy-duty cutting and features a 2-step chuck pressure system to minimize workpiece distortion. Our new VTL has a 40-hp, 2,000-rpm high-torque spindle, a 31.5" maximum turning length and diameter, a 12-station high-speed precision turret, box guideways, and an advanced Fanuc 32i-A Series controller.

Golden West Machine is committed to expanding our manufacturing capacity with strategic investments in cutting-edge precision machining technology. Our customers know they can depend on GWMI to deliver quality products on time, backed by a dedicated team of craftsmen and manufacturing professionals with the tools and technology to make it happen.

Hyundai WIA LV800R

New Hyundai WIA F960B VMC

October 2019

Golden West Machine has added a new Hyundai WIA F960B Vertical Milling Center. This heavy-duty workhorse of a machine tool is built to handle your toughest requirements with unbeatable speed and precision. Our new VMC features a gear-driven, 8,000-rpm, high-torque spindle; 96.5″ x 37.8″ x 33.5” XYZ capacity; 10-face solid box guides on all axes; double-anchored ball screws; a 20-tool ATC; and an advanced Fanuc 31i-A Series controller.

Golden West Machine now offers 63 machine tools with capacities up to 102” swing, 240” between centers, and milling to 144”. Our team of highly skilled craftsmen combined with state-of-the-art precision machining technology delivers the value and reliability you need to remain competitive in today’s global marketplace. Trust the team at Golden West Machine to remain at the cutting-edge of manufacturing technology now and into the future.

Hyundai WIA F960B

New Mazak Quick Turn 350-II CNC Turning Center

September 2019

Golden West Machine has added a new Mazak Quick Turn 350-II CNC Turning Center. This dual-spindle machine tool features done-in-one technology, eliminating costly second operations and delivering an amazing level of precision machining efficiency. Our new Turning Center has a 26.8” maximum swing, a 4.0” bar capacity, 62.7” maximum machining length, a 12-tool turret with live tooling, a 40-hp / 4,000-rpm main spindle, and a Mazatrol control with conversational and EIA-ISO programming.

In today’s global marketplace our customers need maximum value and efficiency to remain competitive. GWMI delivers with the latest, most advanced machine tool technology on the planet. You can count on our team for top-quality precision machining at very competitive prices, and the best customer service in the industry.

Mazak Quick Turn 350-II

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