Prototype manufacturing for engineering teams
Based in Sarnia, Ontario — serving engineering teams across Southwest Ontario.
Innovation moves faster with the right partner
Tempest Industries helps engineers turn evolving designs into real, physical prototypes through collaborative CNC manufacturing and rapid iteration.
We help engineering teams validate designs through real, physical parts, catching issues early before they become expensive or limiting.
Design Validation
We build prototypes and iterate quickly, giving teams tangible feedback so ideas can move forward with confidence.
Prototyping & Iteration
We support early-stage manufacturing when designs are still evolving and decisions made now will shape how a product ultimately performs.
Early-Stage Manufacturing
Have an idea but not sure where to start or simply want to chat with us before committing? Have more questions? Schedule a call with our team, we’re excited to talk with you!
How we work
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We work directly with engineers and technical founders, maintaining clear communication and hands-on support throughout the build process.
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We help teams make informed decisions early—when changes are still fast, affordable, and impactful.
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We’re effective when requirements aren’t fully defined and designs are still taking shape. Early-stage systems and prototypes are where we add the most value.
Who we work with
We partner with teams tackling ambitious projects that require more than just parts. If you’re building prototypes, proof-of-concepts, or early-stage hardware, and need a manufacturing partner who can think alongside you, we’re a strong fit.
We work best with teams who value iteration, rapid learning, and tangible results. We help engineers and founders translate concepts into physical systems, providing guidance on manufacturability, design validation, and early production. Our focus is on enabling ideas to evolve, improving them through collaboration, and supporting projects when requirements are still taking shape.
Tempest can help turn your ideas into reality, carefully, competently, and with intent.
What we build
We manufacture early-stage hardware and prototypes that help teams validate their ideas and move forward with confidence.
Prototype and validation parts
Functional assemblies for testing and fit
Custom CNC-machined components for proof-of-concept and iterative design
All manufacturing is performed at our facility in Sarnia, Ontario, serving engineering teams across Southwest Ontario. This means close support, faster feedback, and a collaborative partner within your region.
Our work has supported aerospace-adjacent training systems and EV battery research, where careful execution and hands-on collaboration mattered.
We measure success by whether our work helps teams reduce uncertainty, prove their designs, and keep moving forward.
Why Tempest
We believe progress depends on people willing to build before success is guaranteed.
Rather than optimizing what already exists, we focus on the difficult, early manufacturing work that allows bold ideas to move forward.
Past Projects
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![CNC machine cutting aerospace control panels for early-stage hardware prototyping.]()
Aerospace Control Panels
LOW-VOLUME PRODUCTION | AEROSPACE
CNC machined control panels for aerospace pilot training systems, supporting both low-volume production runs and early-stage prototype development for new trainer designs.
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![Aerospace R&D prototype parts produced by Tempest Industries CNC manufacturing in Sarnia, Ontario]()
Aerospace R&D
PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT | AEROSPACE
Early-stage prototype components machined for aerospace R&D, supporting the development of systems used in pilot training environments.
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![Blurred energy sector prototype component for R&D and early-stage hardware development under confidentiality]()
Energy Sector R&D
CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT | ENERGY SECTOR
Many of the projects we work on are confidential and cannot be displayed here. Teams trust Tempest to handle sensitive ideas and bring them to life securely.
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![Mounting plate with electronics for an oil and gas R&D monitoring system prototype.]()
Oil & Gas R&D
PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT | OIL & GAS
Prototype components for a confined space monitoring system, developed to support evolving safety standards in the oil and gas sector.
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![Safety shielding installed on equipment for the oil and gas industry by Tempest Industries.]()
Oil & Gas Safety Shielding
REPLACEMENT MANUFACTURING | OIL & GAS
Custom CNC machined replacement safety shielding for oil and gas equipment, manufactured to meet compliance and safety standards.
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![Raspberry Pi controller and servo motor with leadscrew assembly, part of a full-build consumer goods prototype developed in collaboration with an electronics and mechanical design partner.]()
Consumer Goods Prototype
FULL-BUILD PROTOTYPE | CONSUMER GOODS
Internal prototype assembly featuring a Raspberry Pi controller, servo motor, and leadscrew mechanism, developed in collaboration with an electronics and mechanical design partner to deliver a complete, functional prototype for a consumer goods client.
Contact Us
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Have questions? Email our team at office@tempestindustries.ca or call us at (519) 328-2292.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Where are you located and who do you serve?
A: We're based in Sarnia, Ontario. We work with engineering teams locally and across Southwest Ontario, including Windsor, London, and the Kitchener-Waterloo region. Remote collaboration is also available for teams outside the region.
Q: What does Tempest Industries do?
A: We partner with engineering teams to bring early-stage hardware and prototypes to life. We help validate designs, provide practical feedback, and manufacture parts when ideas are still evolving.
Q: What is CNC manufacturing?
A: CNC (Computer Numerical Control) manufacturing uses computer-guided machines to produce precise, repeatable parts. This allows us to create functional prototypes and components that engineers can test and iterate with confidence.
Q: What kinds of projects do you work on?
A: We work with teams tackling ambitious, early-stage projects that require hands-on problem solving. This includes prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and small-scale hardware that needs iteration and practical feedback.
Q: Can you handle low-volume or prototype work?
A: Yes. Our processes are designed for low-volume, early-stage hardware. We focus on helping teams iterate quickly and validate designs before scaling.
Q: Can you handle large production runs?
A: Our strength is early-stage and prototype manufacturing, not large-scale production. We prioritize projects where iteration, testing, and validation are key.
Q: How does partnering with Tempest Industries help my team?
A: We act as an extension of your engineering team. By collaborating with us, you can validate designs, reduce risk, and accelerate early-stage development without needing to invest in additional manufacturing resources.
Q: Are your products made in Canada?
A: Yes. All of our manufacturing is done locally in Ontario, Canada, which enables close collaboration, fast feedback, and shorter lead times.
Q: How do I request a quote?
A: You can request a quote directly through our website at www.tempestindustries.ca. Provide your project details, and our team will respond with pricing and timelines tailored to your project.
Q: Can Tempest help with product design?
A: We do not provide design services. Our role is to help validate and manufacture designs created by your team. We provide feedback on manufacturability and practical considerations to support iterative development, and we are exploring partnerships to offer more engineering support in the future.