Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Precision Machining Solutions
Bar-Work Mfg has been delivering precision machining solutions since 1948, combining decades of expertise with advanced manufacturing capabilities. Our team specializes in producing custom-engineered metal components for critical applications across medical, aerospace, hydraulics, and industrial sectors. With a merged heritage from Tyler Automatics and BAR-WORK Manufacturing, we offer expanded capacity and technical resources while maintaining rigorous quality control standards. Our facility in Waterbury, Connecticut supports prototyping through high-volume production runs, utilizing CNC machining, turning, and specialized processes for materials including 316L stainless steel and titanium.We prioritize transparent communication throughout every project phase, ensuring client specifications are met with exacting precision. Our Just-In-Time delivery system guarantees timely fulfillment without compromising quality, supported by documented quality assurance protocols that have earned trust over 70 years. As a subsidiary of Steinen Holdings, Inc., we maintain U.S.-based manufacturing to ensure rapid turnaround and adherence to the highest industry standards.
Services
Precision Machining
Custom Packaging Solutions
Turned Parts
Steel Bushings
Motherboard Standoffs
Clutch Pivot Balls
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of precision machining expertise
- Our Just-In-Time delivery system ensures timely fulfillment
- We maintain documented quality control processes for critical applications
- Our engineers specialize in complex parts for medical and aerospace industries
- We offer in-house prototyping through high-volume production capabilities
Services
Precision Machining
We produce complex metal components using advanced CNC machining techniques. Our capabilities include milling, turning, and electric discharge machining for materials like stainless steel, titanium, and brass. With tolerances measured in thousandths of an inch, our precision parts serve critical applications in medical devices, aerospace systems, and industrial equipment.
Custom Packaging Solutions
We develop tailored packaging systems for precision components. Our engineering team creates protective enclosures that ensure safe transport and storage while meeting industry-specific requirements. Solutions include custom foam inserts, reusable containers, and serialized tracking systems that maintain component integrity throughout supply chains.
Turned Parts
Our CNC turning centers produce cylindrical components with exacting tolerances. Capabilities include multi-axis machining of shafts, pins, and complex geometries up to 12 inches in diameter. We specialize in high-volume production runs while maintaining strict dimensional consistency for applications requiring repeatable performance.
Steel Bushings
We manufacture precision steel bushings for industrial machinery and hydraulic systems. Our production includes standard and custom sizes with internal lubrication channels and wear-resistant coatings. Quality verification includes dimensional inspection and material hardness testing to ensure extended service life under demanding conditions.
Motherboard Standoffs
We produce threaded standoffs for computer motherboard installations. Available in brass, aluminum, and stainless steel, our standoffs maintain precise spacing while providing grounding protection. We offer standard configurations and custom thread patterns to accommodate specialized hardware requirements.
People
Steven Kowaleski
Founder
Steven Kowaleski established Tyler Automatics in 1948, laying the foundation for precision machining excellence that continues today. His commitment to quality engineering remains central to TBW's operational philosophy.
George Kowaleski
Current Manager
George Kowaleski currently oversees operations at Bar-Work Mfg, continuing the family tradition of precision manufacturing excellence established by his predecessor in 1948.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve medical device manufacturers, aerospace engineers, hydraulic system designers, and industrial equipment producers requiring precision-machined metal components.
What materials can you work with?
Our capabilities include stainless steel (including 316L), titanium, brass, aluminum, and various steel alloys for precision-machined components.
Do you handle both prototyping and production runs?
Yes, our facility supports prototype development through high-volume production with consistent quality control throughout all manufacturing stages.
What quality certifications do you hold?
While we maintain rigorous internal quality control systems, we currently do not list specific third-party quality certifications in our public documentation.
How do you ensure on-time delivery?
Our Just-In-Time delivery system combines production scheduling efficiency with strategic inventory management to guarantee timely component fulfillment.
Are your manufacturing operations U.S.-based?
Yes, all precision machining and packaging solutions are produced at our Waterbury, Connecticut facility to maintain quality control and rapid turnaround.
