Business Details
30 Years
experience
Precision Tool Engineering for Aerospace & Automotive
Established in 1996, we have evolved from a local UK supplier into a global provider of precision tool design engineering solutions. Our expertise lies in delivering advanced composite tooling technologies for aerospace and automotive industries, serving major airframe manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide. With partnerships spanning the USA, Europe, Australia, and the UK, we specialise in complex composite part tooling, including integrally stiffened wings, fuselage sections, and high-tolerance interfaces. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through collaborative R&D projects, including the development of prototypes for the Northern Ireland Space sector.Backed by Invest NI grants and European Regional Development Fund support, we continuously enhance our capabilities to meet emerging market demands. Our technical consultancy addresses challenges in resin transfer moulding, infusion processes, and automated operations, ensuring clients receive cutting-edge solutions. With direct engagements with industry leaders like Airbus, Boeing, and Bombardier, we maintain a reputation for excellence in precision engineering. Our global supply chain network ensures seamless delivery of tooling solutions across diverse aerospace and automotive applications.
Services
Composite part tooling
Assembly fixtures
ICY fixtures
Trimming tooling
Drill tooling
Resin Transfer Moulding
Resin Transfer Infusion
SQRTM one-shot parts
Aerospace tool design
Automotive tool design
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of experience in composite tooling design
- Our global partnerships ensure worldwide project delivery
- Specialists in integrally stiffened composite structures
- Backed by government R&D funding for innovation
- Direct collaborators with major aerospace manufacturers
Services
Composite part tooling
We design precision tooling for composite aircraft components ranging from simple fairings to primary structures. Our expertise includes integrally stiffened wings and fuselage sections requiring high-tolerance interfaces. Utilising advanced manufacturing capabilities, we deliver solutions for both manual and automated production processes across global aerospace supply chains.
Resin Transfer Moulding
Our specialists develop tooling for resin transfer moulding processes that enable efficient composite part production. This includes Same Qualified Resin Transfer Moulding (SQRTM) systems that eliminate assembly requirements through one-shot manufacturing. These advanced techniques ensure precision in creating complex aerospace components with consistent material properties.
Assembly fixtures
We create custom assembly fixtures that ensure accurate component alignment during aerospace manufacturing. Our designs accommodate both traditional and automated assembly operations, maintaining dimensional integrity across complex composite structures. These fixtures are integral to maintaining quality standards in high-precision aerospace production environments.
Trimming tooling
Our trimming tooling solutions enable accurate post-curing operations for composite components. Designed for both manual and automated systems, these tools maintain dimensional accuracy while optimising production efficiency. The tooling accommodates complex geometries required for modern aerospace composite structures.
Automotive tool design
We provide engineering consultancy for automotive tooling applications, adapting aerospace-grade precision to vehicle manufacturing requirements. Our solutions address composite component production for high-performance vehicles, incorporating advanced moulding technologies that reduce weight while maintaining structural integrity across production cycles.
Questions
What aerospace sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on composite tooling for primary aircraft structures including wings, fuselages, and high-tolerance interfaces, working with major manufacturers like Airbus and Boeing.
Do you work with automotive manufacturers?
Yes, we provide tool design solutions for automotive composite components, applying aerospace-grade precision to vehicle manufacturing applications.
What R&D projects are you involved in?
We're developing space sector prototypes through Invest NI-funded projects, enhancing tooling technologies for emerging markets.
How do you support global clients?
Through established partnerships with tool makers worldwide and direct engagements across Europe, North America, and Australia.
What composite processes do you handle?
We specialise in resin transfer moulding, infusion processes, and SQRTM one-shot manufacturing techniques for complex components.
