About Conard

Conard Corporation has specialized in precision photoetching services for fifty years, working with a wide range of metals and assisting hundreds of companies in utilizing photochemical machining. We provide engineering and design support; rapid turn around of prototypes; and engage in special development projects to help customers solve complex problems using our advanced metal etching process. As one of the oldest photo etching service companies in the industry, we have the experience and expertise to develop effective solutions for customers’ needs.  Conard is a member of the PhotoChemical Machining Institute, the industry trade association.

1965

Company Founded by Richard Conard Huttinger in Glastonbury, Conn. as a Contract Manufacturer specializing in PCM Technology

1970s

Developed Key Customer Relationship with Hamilton Standard, a UTC Company. Etching Aluminum Heatsinks still in production for Raytheon. 

1980s

Developed Proprietary Process for Etching Aluminum led to Industry Recognized Specialty for Etching Aluminum.

1995

Developed Prototype Components for IBM Mainframe Computer CPUs

1997

Company Acquired by Bill Fox, Current Owner & President

1998

Green Circle Certification Awarded by CONN. Dept. Environmental Protection

1998-1999

Building Addition & Equipment Line Expanded

2003

Acquired Precision Arts Coordinators, a Competitor in East Providence, RI

2005

ISO / ASO Quality Certifications

2012

Second Building Addition

2015

Celebrated 50th Anniversary Specializing in PCM, one of the longest Serving Companies in the PCM Industry.

2017

ITAR Registered with US State Dept.

2019

LEAN Management Certification

2024

Acquired Adjoining Building

2024

Started Second Shift

Chemical machining is the process of choice for many avionics applications.