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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
Five Reasons why Precision Engineering Saves you Time and Money!
Any company or individual involved in any way with the manufacturing industry will tell you that being both cost efficient...
February 8, 2017
What is CNC Machining?
The name “CNC” actually stands for Computer Numerical Control. CNC Machining is a process which involves the use of computers...
January 4, 2017
Precision Engineering Facts and Goals
Precision engineering does differ from other types of engineering like software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, electronics engineering etc. in...
December 15, 2016
Finding a Product Design Specialist
When it comes to finding a company to help you with your product or prototype design, it is only natural...
November 10, 2016
Precision Engineering Qualifications and Training
One of the most popular methods of training in precision engineering is working through an apprenticeship. This type of environment...
October 18, 2016
Product Design Consultancy
Have you got an idea you want to prototype? Do you need some designing or manufacturing information? Get in touch...
September 8, 2016
Why use Reverse Engineering?
Reverse engineering is the skill of taking apart a piece of machinery, electrical equipment or other product in order to...
August 20, 2016
NDA’s and Patents
So you’ve come up with a brilliant idea, but you can’t get your head around the legal jargon. Or you’ve...
July 13, 2016
Creating Artwork Using Precision Engineering
We don’t just manufacture complex mechanical parts; we also create original works of art for clients and collections around the...
June 15, 2016Testimonials

Accuracy and Finish
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Met our Deadlines
- F1 Team

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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