At SSP, National Space Day is more than a celebration of stars and spacecraft—it's a moment to spotlight the critical ground support systems that make space exploration possible.
Success depends on what happens before liftoff, when rockets launch and satellites deploy. Our fittings and valves play a vital role in ground support and testing operations, ensuring that systems are leak-free, pressure-rated, and ready for the extreme conditions of aerospace.
Safety. Precision. Performance.
SSP’s commitment to quality starts on the ground, where technicians rely on robust testing environments. Our products are used in test stands and support platforms to manage high-pressure fluids, control gases, and simulate space-like conditions—safely and reliably.
The Unsung Heroes of Exploration
Behind every successful mission are the engineers, technicians, and support crews who design, assemble, and maintain the systems on the ground. Their expertise ensures that every fitting, every valve, and every connection meets the highest standards of safety and precision. At SSP, we’re proud to support these unsung heroes with the reliable products they count on—because exploration starts with them.
Trusted by Aerospace Professionals
Aerospace engineers trust SSP because our products deliver:
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Leak-tight performance under pressure
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Corrosion resistance for harsh environments
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Easy installation and maintenance to reduce turnaround times
From Earth to Orbit, Reliability Matters
Whether pressure-testing propulsion systems or managing high-pressure ground systems, SSP’s products help create the conditions necessary for mission success. Ground support may happen behind the scenes, but it’s the foundation that makes space exploration possible.
The ground support equipment utilized in aerospace operations encompasses a wide range of hydraulic, pneumatic, and gas-related systems. These systems employ tubing, fittings, valves, and various other components to facilitate functions such as fueling, fluid transfer, pressurization, and leak testing. Hydraulics and pneumatics are commonly employed in ground support, along with vacuum systems, inert gases (such as helium and nitrogen), and fuels.