Tylaska
ActiveOverview
Tylaska Marine & Aerospace manufactures specialty hardware for marine, industrial, and aerospace applications.13 The company maintains an ISO9001:2015 certified quality management system to meet requirements in aerospace, marine, and military sectors.1
History
Tylaska originated with the development of a trigger snap shackle to detach towed gliders from power boats.1 The company, founded in 1997, is associated with Tim Tylaska as a key principal through related entity Vector Engineering, Inc.5 It has expanded from marine hardware into aerospace and defense with turned and machined metal products.2
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Hardware (shackles and snaps) | high-finish sailing and boating fittings | $50 - $500 |
| Aerospace Components (turned parts) | precision machined metal products | $100 - $2,000 |
| Industrial Hardware (specialty fittings) | durable custom solutions | $75 - $800 |
| Defense Hardware (military-grade) | stringent spec compliant | $200 - $3,000 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured in the United States at facilities in Mystic, Connecticut.34 The company uses state-of-the-art production for turned and machined metal parts.2
Notable Products
- Trigger Snap Shackle - Quick-release mechanism originally for detaching towed gliders, now used in marine applications.1
- Tylaska Shackles - Highly finished specialty hardware for sailing and boating.1
- Aerospace Turned Parts - Precision engineered components for aerospace and defense.2
Reputation
Tylaska is recognized among marine and sailing enthusiasts for premium, reliable hardware like trigger snap shackles.1 Professionals in aerospace and defense value its ISO-certified quality and innovative engineering.12 No significant criticisms noted in available sources.