CNC TURNING

FOR PROTOTYPES, SMALL BATCH & REPEAT PRODUCTION RUNS

WE MACHINE PARTS IN HOUSE FOR:

Prototypes & development parts
Small batch turning & production
Repeat batches for OEMs & manufacturers
Aluminium, stainless, mild steel, brass & plastics
Threads, bores, features & Y-axis milling


Engineer standing in front of a CNC lathe in the workshop.
Complex brass part being machined on a CNC lathe.
Small batch of CNC-turned brass components organised in a box after machining.

CNC TURNING CAPABILITIES

We machine a wide range of materials and part types in house, with finishing and repeat batches available.

Shelf with aluminium, steel and plastic stock material for CNC machining.

MATERIALS

Aluminium, Stainless, Mild Steel, Brass & Plastics.
Suited for prototype and small batch work.

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BATCH SIZES

Prototype, small batch & repeat production runs.
1–500 pcs typical (higher volumes on request).

Batch of CNC-turned brass tubes with threaded ends.

PARTS WE COMMONLY MACHINE

Shafts, spacers, fittings, housings and hybrid turned/milled components for robotics, instrumentation, electronics and product development.

Anodised CNC-milled parts boxed with custom packaging for batch supply.

FINISHING AND SECONDARY PROCESSES

Anodising, plating, bead blasting and laser marking. Custom packaging for repeat runs and batch dispatch.


WHAT TO SEND

CAD FILES
STEP preferred

QUANTITIES
Prototype, small batch or repeat runs

MATERIAL
Aluminium, stainless, steel, brass or plastics

NOTES
Finishing, threads, tolerances or assembly info

If you’re earlier in the design process, feel free to send what you have, we’re happy to review.


USEFUL DETAILS FOR QUOTING & PRODUCTION

  • A drawing (PDF) is preferred for quoting as it gives us dimensions, tolerances, threads and finishing notes. STEP files are accepted for review or early stage discussion if drawings aren’t ready yet. Screenshots are fine for early conversations, but we’ll need a drawing or CAD to quote accurately.

  • We machine prototypes, small batch and repeat production runs. Typical quantities are 1–500 pcs depending on part type.

  • Yes - we machine internal and external threads, bores, counterbores and milled features such as flats, slots and cut outs. Our ST-10Y has live tooling and Y-axis for hybrid turned/milled components.

  • We’re a small workshop focused on making parts properly. You’ll speak directly with the engineers machining your parts, and we keep things straightforward, from early design conversations through to repeat supply.

  • Common applications include parts for robotics, instrumentation, automation, electronics, lighting and product development. If you’re unsure, just ask.

  • Yes - we support ongoing repeat work for OEMs and manufacturers, and keep packaging, setups and process notes consistent to make repeat orders straightforward.

  • Turnaround depends on material availability and batch size. Prototype jobs are often quicker than production batches. If you have a deadline, let us know when you enquire.

  • Yes - it’s common for hardware and product assemblies to include multiple turned and milled components. Keeping related parts together makes development and repeat batches more consistent.


MORE UNDER ONE ROOF

Based in Hertfordshire, we provide CNC turning, CNC milling, laser cutting, laser marking and finishing support for prototype, small batch and repeat production across the UK.

CNC milling a brass part held in vices.

For projects with both turned and milled parts, we can machine everything in house to keep batches consistent.

CO₂ laser cutting leather shapes for hardware and product applications.

CO₂ laser cutting for plastics and wood. Useful for inserts, panels and housings.

Fibre laser marking a metal part in progress with sparks visible during engraving.

Fibre laser marking for part numbers, QR codes, traceability and branding, applied directly to metal and plastics.

CAD model on screen for CNC machining and prototyping support.

We support early development with CAD and iteration, ideal for engineers and hardware teams.


READY TO GET PARTS MADE?

Send us your drawing or CAD file and we’ll review it, ask any questions, and come back to you with next steps.

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