Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Metalworking Solutions
Established in 1975, Armstrong Blacksmiths & Engineers Blacksmiths & Engineers have built an unparalleled reputation as specialists in industrial blacksmithing and metal manipulation. As the only British blacksmiths registered to ISO 9002 continuously since 1996, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering precision. Our team of Lloyds-registered welders and skilled artisans delivers high-quality metal components for global industries, including automotive, civil engineering, and heavy machinery. We pioneered innovative techniques for cold bending thick steel bars and maintain rigorous quality control, evidenced by our 100% inspection requirement on production runs exceeding 1.5 million units. Our ISO 14001 certification underscores our commitment to environmental responsibility, demonstrated through initiatives like the Packington Ridge Nature Reserve.With in-house tool design capabilities and extensive machining facilities, we handle projects from single prototypes to large-scale production. Our expertise spans shearing, forging, CNC bending, and precision welding, serving clients such as Ford, Peugeot, and major military vehicle manufacturers. We maintain comprehensive traceability systems for all production since 1991, ensuring complete accountability. Our membership in prestigious organisations like the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths and British Artist Blacksmiths Association reflects our industry leadership. Whether manufacturing security window bars or complex industrial components, we prioritise technical excellence and client satisfaction.
Services
Metal fabrication
CNC machining
Cold bending
Hot forging
Welding
Precision machining
Tool design
Quality inspection
Environmental management
Component repair
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Established in 1975 with continuous ISO 9002 certification since 1996
- Only blacksmiths globally holding both ISO 9002 and ISO 14001 certifications
- In-house tool design and 100% inspection on production runs exceeding 1.5 million units
- Served major automotive brands including Ford and Peugeot
- Maintain traceability records for all production since 1991
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9002
- ISO 14001
- Lloyds Register
Services
Metal fabrication
We provide comprehensive metal fabrication services using advanced machinery including CNC press brakes and hydraulic presses. Our capabilities cover cutting, bending, and assembly of complex metal components for industrial applications. Clients benefit from our 45+ years of experience and strict quality control processes.
CNC machining
Our CNC machining services include ring rolling, tube bending, and surface grinding with tolerances down to 0.01mm. The 15-tonne CNC tube bender handles complex compound bends for automotive and construction sectors. This ensures dimensional accuracy and repeatability for critical components.
Cold bending
Specialising in cold bending of thick-section steel bars up to 75mm diameter, we maintain material integrity without heat treatment. This technique produces stronger components for structural applications. Our proprietary tooling enables precision forming of challenging geometries.
Quality inspection
We implement 100% inspection on all production runs using calibrated measurement equipment. Our 1.5m x 0.9m inspection table handles large components with traceability maintained since 1991. This guarantees compliance with ISO 9002 standards for critical industries.
Environmental management
Our ISO 14001-certified processes include waste reduction and energy efficiency measures. We operate Packington Ridge Nature Reserve as part of environmental stewardship. This dual focus minimises ecological impact while maintaining industrial productivity.
People
Les Armstrong
Proprietor
Founder and owner with 45+ years' experience in industrial blacksmithing. Winner of the first international blacksmiths' competition in 1989. Leads environmental initiatives including Packington Ridge Nature Reserve. Maintains active involvement in trade associations and heritage crafts.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We supply components to automotive manufacturers (Ford, Peugeot), heavy industry (Caterpillar, Massey Ferguson), civil engineering projects, and military vehicle producers.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold both ISO 9002 quality certification since 1996 and ISO 14001 environmental certification, making us unique in the blacksmithing industry.
Can you handle large production runs?
Our facilities have produced over 1.5 million precision-engineered U-bolts with 100% quality assurance, demonstrating capacity for high-volume manufacturing.
Do you offer custom metalwork?
We specialise in bespoke solutions including prototype development, one-off commissions, and tooling design for unique fabrication requirements.
What environmental initiatives do you have?
We manage Packington Ridge Nature Reserve and implement ISO 14001 processes to reduce waste and energy consumption across all operations.
Reviews (1)
Colin Doffman
Jul 19, 2021
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Needed a special plate making to house a windscreen on my motorbike. Wayne did it from scratch. Looks so professional. What a fantastic skill he has. Thank you.
