Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Precision Engineering Partner in Huddersfield
Established in 1989, M Thornton Engineering has built a reputation for precision and innovation in machining services. Our family-run business combines a highly skilled workforce with continuous investment in modern CNC machinery to deliver comprehensive solutions, from one-off components to batch production. We serve diverse industries including oil and gas, power transmission, construction, water treatment, and nuclear sectors, working with materials ranging from plastics like PEEK to high-temperature alloys such as Inconel. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our ISO 9001 accreditation since 2002, upgraded to ISO 9001:2015, alongside ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management and ISO 45001:2018 for health and safety. We maintain UKAS-calibrated inspection equipment to ensure traceability and accuracy in every component produced.As active members of the CKMA and MYCCI, we collaborate on development projects with MAS and business coaches to drive continuous improvement. Our management team regularly assesses our capabilities, facilities, and workforce to identify growth opportunities while maintaining rigorous quality standards. We invest in apprenticeships, having trained one candidate annually since 2010, and continually upgrade our machinery, including the addition of a wire-erosion machine in 2013. Our integrated management system aligns with international standards, demonstrating our dedication to operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and employee welfare. This holistic approach enables us to deliver precision-engineered components that meet exacting customer specifications at competitive prices.
Services
CNC Turning
CNC Milling
Wire Erosion
Conventional Machining
Inspection Services
CAD/CAM Programming
Lapping Services
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in precision machining since 1989
- Our ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditations ensure quality standards
- We operate advanced CNC machinery including Mazak Integrex and Doosan equipment
- Our apprenticeship programme develops skilled engineers annually since 2010
- We maintain UKAS-calibrated inspection systems for component traceability
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
Services
CNC Turning
Our CNC turning services utilise advanced machinery including Victor V-turn and Doosan lathes with capacities up to 700mm diameter. We produce complex components with tight tolerances for industries requiring high-specification parts. Our 2-axis and multi-axis capabilities ensure precision in both small and large batch production.
CNC Milling
Equipped with Doosan DNM 6700 and Hartford Powercentre PRO machines, our milling services handle workpieces up to 1300mm x 670mm. Integrated 4th-axis units and workpiece probing systems enhance productivity while maintaining dimensional accuracy for complex geometries in various materials.
Wire Erosion
Our wire erosion capabilities enable precise cutting of complex shapes in conductive materials. This non-contact process achieves tight tolerances and excellent surface finishes for components requiring intricate details or hardened materials that traditional machining cannot handle.
Conventional Machining
We maintain conventional machining capabilities alongside CNC operations, including manual milling up to 1300mm x 700mm and turning for shaft work up to 200mm diameter. This ensures flexibility for prototyping, repairs, and low-volume production runs requiring traditional techniques.
Inspection Services
Our Mitutoyo CMM system with 515mm x 720mm x 370mm capacity provides comprehensive dimensional verification. Combined with profile projectors and hardness testers, we ensure all components meet specified tolerances through UKAS-calibrated measurement systems for complete traceability.
Questions
What machining services do you offer?
We provide CNC turning, milling, wire erosion, conventional machining, and comprehensive inspection services using advanced equipment.
Which industries do you serve?
We support oil and gas, power transmission, construction, water treatment, and nuclear industries with precision components.
What quality accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications for quality, environmental, and safety management systems.
What materials can you machine?
We work with plastics like PEEK, metals including stainless steel, and high-temperature alloys such as Inconel and Monel.
Do you offer apprenticeship opportunities?
Yes, we've trained one apprentice annually since 2010 to develop skilled engineering talent within our company.
How do you ensure component accuracy?
We use UKAS-calibrated inspection equipment including coordinate measuring machines for complete dimensional traceability.
