Legado also acts with deep know how in the space sector, being part of the Brazilian Space Program. The company was responsible for the production of about 80% of the internationally recognized VSB-30 space rocket, including the motor envelope, graphite steel nozzles, gates, flanges and connections.
Being part of the space industry requires commitment to quality and total reduction of risks. Therefore, Legado has the AS9100D: 2016 certification that ensures the quality of the productions and a better experience for the customer. This enables the company to serve the space and defense market both nationally and internationally, developing and manufacturing highly complex parts and assemblies.
In the country, the company is the only one to develop rocket propellers and has the expertise of qualified professionals for the manufacture of special parts as well as skilled labor and processes for qualified and approved plasma welding.
Both investment in the space sector made the Legado Usinagem receive, in 2018, the commendation IAE Friends (Institute of Aeronautics and Space). The honor is given to companies that provide relevant services to the Institute with the purpose of getting it to fulfill its mission, which is “to increase the knowledge and develop scientific-technological solutions to strengthen the Brazilian Aerospace Power …”. The award received placed the company among the largest and best suppliers in the country for the sector.
In the industrial park, precision machines are available for the manufacture of complex items and for the heat treatment process for small parts. In addition, Legado offers not only the manufacturing of the parts requested, but can also work with the customer to develop new designs and manufacturing projects that seek to reduce costs, meet deadlines and reduce risks.