APV Manufacturing & Engineering Acquires Kadan Consultants Inc.

APV Manufacturing & Engineering Acquires Kadan Consultants Inc., Expanding Machining, Design Engineering, Prototype, Laser Tracking, Portable Arm Tracking, and Precision CMM Metrology Capabilities

Buena Park, California — April 1, 2025 — APV Manufacturing & Engineering is excited to announce the acquisition of Kadan Consultants Inc., a highly respected aerospace engineering and precision manufacturing firm located in Huntington Beach, California. This strategic move is designed to enhance APV’s technical portfolio and advance its mission to offer fully integrated solutions to the aerospace, defense, and space markets.

The acquisition creates a dynamic symbiosis between the two companies’ capabilities. Kadan Consultants’ proven expertise in prototype development, design engineering, reverse engineering, laser tracking, portable arm tracking, and precision CMM metrology perfectly complements APV’s strengths in high-complexity machining and NADCAP-certified welding. Together, the combined disciplines create a broader, more agile organization able to serve a wider range of customer needs.

Additionally, the merger of customer relationships creates new pathways for growth, allowing APV to expand its reach while maintaining the personalized service and technical rigor that both companies are known for.

“The acquisition of Kadan Consultants Inc. is a defining moment in APV’s journey,” said Frank T. Amador Jr., Founder and CEO of APV Manufacturing & Engineering. “There is a true symbiosis between our companies. By complementing each other’s strengths and merging our customer bases, we are building a stronger, more versatile organization—one capable of delivering even greater value across the aerospace and defense industries.”