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7 Proven Markers of a Quality Precision Engineering Company in 2026
There are more precision engineering companies to choose from than ever. That sounds like good news for buyers,…
July 17, 2026
Solid Billet CNC Machining for Structural Aerospace Components
A structural aerospace component can start its life as a billet of aluminium weighing more than a tonne…
June 12, 2026
The Rise of Automation in Precision CNC Work
Picture a machining cell at two o’clock in the morning. The lights are off, the shop floor is…
May 15, 2026
Machining Exotic Metals
Did you know machining Inconel can wear out cutting tools up to three times faster than stainless steel?…
April 9, 2026Our Other Blogs
UK Based Precision Engineering
Manufacturing in the UK began with the Industrial Revolution, leading to a rapid increase in innovative engineering technologies such as...
January 10, 2022
What Does An Engineering Consultant Do?
Probably the singular most asked question that every engineering consultant gets asked is precisely that; so, what does an engineering...
November 11, 2021
Machining with Plastics
Using a combination of technology, equipment, knowledge, skills and experience Thompson Precision are able to machine all types of plastics....
September 8, 2021
Precision Engineering and Production Lines
Making the journey from initial idea to mass production can be time-consuming and laborious. Whether you are new to manufacturing...
June 24, 2021
Precision Engineering and Mass Production Projects
Thompson Precision is the go-to engineering company when it comes to the mass-production of precise components or parts. For example,...
April 14, 2021
Precision Engineering for Different industries
Thompson Precision, which in the early 1920s was in operation and employing more than 200 people has expanded and evolved...
February 3, 2021
Bringing Business Back to the UK
In the year 2021 and beyond, it might be high time to bring lots of business back to the UK....
January 12, 2021
What is Precision CNC Machining for?
Precision CNC Machining involves the removal of excess raw materials with immense accuracy with the aim of creating a finished...
November 10, 2020
Helping Clients with Engineering Consultancy Services
If you’re looking for a consultant to take on your engineering project then you’re definitely in the right place. At...
September 1, 2020Testimonials

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Met our Deadlines
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Highly Recommend
- Cambridge Consultants
Demanding prototype components produced in days without fuss. Thanks for your help.

Great quality work
- Tasha Trigger
These guys helped me out on a time sensitive project. Very professional and responsive via email.

Highly Recommend
- Mekhalfia Group
Very helpful company, I highly recommend them. They helped our sister company Fiil e-motion with the best solution.

Speed Service
- Murali V
High speed service as stated.

Mace Group
- Mace Group
What impressed most was not only the quality and attention to detail, but also the professionalism, flexibility, and commitment shown by the team throughout the process.

Figure AI
- Figure AI
The parts you sent arrived in record time and they looked great.

Thorlabs
- Thorlabs
Many thanks to you and the team at Thompson for your support and assistance this year. We do appreciate the excellent job you have done. Would not hesitate to work with you again.

3P Innovation
- 3P Innovation
We carried out a trial order review on the parts you delivered and you have scored perfectly on the form! Really impressed with your work on this project for us, so thank you very much!

Bowyer Engineering
- Bowyer Engineering
Just a quick note to thank you for the big plate you manufactured for me. It all fitted perfectly, and it would have been a disaster for me if it hadn’t been correct or delivered late.
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