Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision CNC Machining Services in Brownhills
Established in 1960, Forth Engineering has evolved into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility specialising in ultra-high precision CNC milling and large CNC machining of heavy-duty industrial components. Our 60+ years of experience, combined with strategic investment in advanced machinery, enables us to deliver exceptional accuracy and consistency for components up to 20 tonnes. We collaborate closely with clients to optimise production processes while maintaining global competitiveness, serving diverse sectors from aerospace to nuclear physics.As part of the Kingsbury Jig and Tool Group, we sustain continuous innovation while preserving cost-effectiveness. Our expertise spans batch sizes from one-off prototypes to large-scale production runs, supported by rigorous quality management systems and ISO 9001 compliance.
Services
CNC Milling
Large Component Machining
CAD/CAM Programming
Precision Inspection
Quality Management
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We have 60+ years of experience in precision CNC machining.
- Our state-of-the-art Asquith Butler CNC Gantry Mills ensure micron-level accuracy.
- We serve prestigious machine tool manufacturers across Europe.
- We handle materials including titanium, stainless steel, and aluminium.
- Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system guarantees compliance.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Precision CNC Milling
Our ultra-high precision CNC milling services utilise advanced Asquith Butler Gantry Mills to produce components with tolerances eliminating conventional finishing. Equipped with 5-axis machining and Fanuc control systems, we handle complex geometries in materials like titanium and stainless steel. This service ensures exceptional straightness, flatness, and squareness for critical industrial applications.
Large Component Machining
We machine components up to 20 tonnes with dimensions of 9.5m x 4.5m x 1.7m using temperature-controlled facilities. Our capabilities include forging, casting, and composite structures, serving sectors requiring large-scale precision parts. Regular laser calibration ensures positional accuracy across all linear axes for demanding projects.
CAD/CAM Programming
Our CAE department creates offline CNC programs using Delcam Powershape and Alphacam software. This lean manufacturing approach enables efficient tooling packages and cross-examination of 2D/3D CAD models. We support multiple data formats to streamline production processes for clients.
Precision Inspection
Post-machining inspection employs Rank Taylor Hobson autocollimators and Wyler squareness equipment to verify flatness, straightness, and geometric accuracy. Automated data analysis ensures compliance with stringent industry standards. Regular calibration of critical plant maintains measurement reliability.
Quality Management
Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system includes real-time process monitoring, NC program verification, and in-process inspection. Approved supplier status with major manufacturers ensures adherence to aerospace, defence, and nuclear industry standards. Internal procedures guarantee component integrity and product protection.
Questions
What industries do Forth Engineering serve?
We serve aerospace, defence, machine tool construction, power generation, and nuclear physics sectors requiring precision machining.
What materials can Forth Engineering machine?
We work with mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, titanium, cast iron, and high-speed steel components.
What is Forth Engineering's maximum machining capacity?
Our gantry mills handle components up to 9.5m x 4.5m x 1.7m weighing 20 tonnes.
Is Forth Engineering ISO 9001 certified?
Yes, our quality management system complies with ISO 9001 standards through regular audits.
