Reverse Engineering
A Reverse engineering service is offered by our mechanical design and precision CNC machining experts. This is done using the latest laser scanning technology and Solidworks design software.
Reverse engineering is the process of working out how something functions, or achieving an end results by working backwards (hence the name). It is a popular method for companies that know what they want to achieve but aren’t sure how to get there, or where an old part that is no longer available is required for production.
At Thompson Precision, we have the experience, expertise and technology to reverse engineer almost anything, in face we love relish a challenge and getting stuck in to a project of this nature is something that we absolutely love. It’s that love, care and attention that keeps our customers coming back time and time again.
Why Choose Thompson Precision
Latest CNC Technology
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Fast & Accurate
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High Precision Experts for 85 years
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Large Scale CNC Milling
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How we got Started in Reverse Engineering
Our early days started as instrument makers followed by war work. This high volume automotive component engineering, hydraulic motor and cylinder manufacturing along with pioneering robotic systems in the 1960’s and 1970’s lead to our adoption of the 1st computer numerically control CNC technology. This history has shaped the company and made it what it is today.
We specialise in high precision CNC machining, assembly, casting, fabrication and reverse engineering employing the most modern CNC milling, CNC turning, 3D design and laser scanning systems.
Testimonials
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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Our knowledge ensures we do the job right first time
This substantial investment coupled with our understanding of the very latest production methods as well as those from the past means that we can offer, we believe, gives you an unparalleled reverse engineering service.
Often we are asked to apply our techniques to components, assemblies or complete products that have long since ceased production and where spare parts are no longer available. Understanding how these items were originally made is a great advantage to us when being active in manufacturing them in today’s high tech environment. For example a sand cast component pre 1970 would have been produced using a hand carved or conventionally machined wooden pattern.
The method we would use today would probably involve laser scanning of an existing part if available or drawing directly into 3D then creating a 3D CAD model followed by rapid prototyping of the pattern directly from the CAD data. This will result in a casting of much improved quality and appearance over the copied original which in many cases is desirable but if the casting is for a classic car then it is more important that the new casting looks like the original. If this is the case then we may choose to make the casting in the traditional manner and we still retain the pattern making skills to be able to do this.
When it comes to the machining of reverse engineered components the performance requirements must also be taken into consideration. The levels of precision available from today’s CNC equipment are greatly superior to that available in the past.
We always take this into account when we are making a part which will operate with original parts. If the performance is too good then the existing classic parts may be put under undue strain and cause failures or undue wear.
If you have a reverse engineering project that you would like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team.
Reverse Engineering Gallery
Laser Scan File
Laserscan and Upscale Camera
Laser Scan Reverse Engineering and Reproduction of Antiquities
Reverse Engineered Remote Control
Reverse Engineering
Reverse Engineering and Upscaling of Electric Toothbrush
Case Studies
CNC Machining of Large Hydraulic Manifold
The client required a large hydraulic manifold to be machined from a block of aluminium 1100 x 600 x 400mm. With the manifold needing to be machined to a high tolerance required by the client.
Electronics Enclosure
This case study was from a client who was very specific about the requirements for this electronics enclosure for the exact positional tolerances. It was a challenging job & one we completed to perfection.
High Precision Aerospace Fixture
The case study for this job was for an aerospace part that was no longer available to purchase. We had limited information to go on, but once again we finished this job to a very high standard.
Mechanical Prototyping of a Fishing Reel
The client for this case study had a new fishing reel concept that they wanted us to manufacturer so they could test it out before taking the design further.
Why Choose Thompson Precision
Latest CNC Technology
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Fast & Accurate
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High Precision Experts for 85 years
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Large Scale CNC Milling
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