How to Choose a Shim Washer Supplier for Critical Applications
Selecting the right shim washer supplier impacts your product quality, production schedules, and total cost more than most engineers initially recognize. We've served as a trusted shim washer supplier for over a century, giving us a unique...
Aerospace Spacers 101: Types, Materials, and Applications
Aerospace spacers represent a critical category of precision components that maintain exact distances between parts in aircraft, satellites, and defense systems. We've manufactured aerospace spacers for NASA, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and other...
Understanding Washer Thickness: From .0005″ to Standard Gauges
Washer thickness represents one of the most critical dimensions affecting load distribution, spacing accuracy, and assembly performance. At Brewster Washers, we've manufactured precision flat washers ranging from ultra-thin .0005" shims to...
The Ultimate Guide to Specialty Washer Materials and Applications
Standard steel and stainless steel washers serve general-purpose applications adequately, but demanding environments require specialty washer materials with unique properties. We've manufactured specialty washers and spacers from exotic alloys,...
Brewster Washers President Brielle Freda Seminerio Featured in Excellence CEO Magazine
Fifth-generation leader of century-old precision manufacturer shares leadership insights in cover story for "The 10 Most Influential Business Leaders of 2026" FAIRFIELD, N.J. — Brielle Freda Seminerio, President of Brewster Washers, has been...
How to Choose Between Standard and Custom Flat Washers
Every engineering project requires fastening solutions, but determining whether to use standard or custom flat washers can significantly impact your assembly's performance and cost. We've been manufacturing both standard and custom flat washers...
Titanium Flat Washers Explained: Types, Functions, and Load Distribution
We've manufactured precision washers for over a century, and titanium flat washers are among the most demanding applications we encounter. These specialized components play critical roles in aerospace, medical, and high-performance applications...
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025
March 8, 2025 is International Women's Day, a day to celebrate and honor the incredible women who drive change, inspire progress, and lead with strength. Our company President, Brielle Seminerio, is a great example of someone who works to create...
Brewster Hosts Faculty and Students from Union College of Union County (UCNJ)
On December 17, 2024, Tom and Brielle Freda hosted faculty and students from Union College of Union County, NJ (UCNJ) for a tour of the Brewster Washers plant in Fairfield. The visit included a demonstration on how the company’s products are made,...
Brielle Freda Honored As A Woman of Excellence in Metal Forming and Fabricating
Brewster's own Brielle Freda has been honored by Metalforming Magazine, in conjunction with the Precision Metalforming Association and Women in Manufacturing (WiM), as part of their 9th Annual Women of Excellence (WoE) recognition...