A WELCOME TO ASHTON AEROSPACE & DEFENCE
High-Performance Sealing Solutions for Aerospace &
Defence Applications
Ashton Aerospace & Defence provides specialist
sealing solutions, rubber mouldings and engineered components designed to meet
the demanding requirements of the aerospace and defence sectors.
Formed to respond quickly and efficiently to the needs of
this highly regulated industry, the division delivers high-quality, reliable
components for critical applications across air, land and defence systems. With a strong technical supplier network and industry
expertise, Ashton Aerospace & Defence supports customers with both standard
products and fully customised solutions.
What is Ashton Aerospace & Defence?
Ashton Aerospace & Defence is a specialist division
focused on supplying precision sealing products and engineered components for
aerospace and military applications.
To view our AS9120 Certifcation click here.
Key capabilities & Solutions include:
- Hydraulic
and pneumatic sealing solutions
- Rubber
moulded components
- Engineered
plastic parts
- Fasteners
and specialist sealing systems
- Key Capabilities & Products
- Rod
and piston seals
- Wiper
seals
- Guide
rings
- Vee
packing seals
- Rubber Mouldings & Custom Components
- Bespoke
moulded parts for aerospace systems
- Components
for aerial delivery platforms
- Seals
for ammunition storage systems
- Specialist Sealing Applications
- Bonded
seals for ejector seats
- O-rings
for defence equipment
- EMI
shielding gaskets for motion control systems
- Anti-Vibration & Engineered Solutions
- Engine
mount components
- Anti-vibration
products
- Precision
sealing for moving systems
As part of a group established in 1866, Ashton combines
heritage with modern engineering capability to support global industries.
FAQs About Aerospace & Defence Sealing Solutions
1. What does Ashton Aerospace & Defence supply?
They supply sealing solutions, rubber mouldings,
engineered plastic components and fasteners for aerospace and defence
applications.
2. What industries use aerospace sealing solutions?
These solutions are used in aerospace, defence, military
engineering, and high-performance industrial systems.
3. What is AS9120 certification?
AS9120 is a quality management standard specifically for
aerospace distributors, ensuring traceability, reliability and compliance with
strict industry requirements.
4. Can Ashton Aerospace & Defence supply custom
components?
Yes, they provide bespoke components manufactured to
customer drawings and specifications.
5. What types of seals are used in aerospace applications?
Common types include O-rings, bonded seals, piston seals,
wiper seals and EMI shielding gaskets.
6. Why are sealing solutions critical in aerospace and
defence?
They prevent leakage, ensure system integrity and
maintain performance in extreme environments where failure is not acceptable.