Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Vacuum Solutions
Applied Vacuum Engineering (AVE) has been a leader in vacuum technology solutions for over four decades. Specialising in the design, development, and commissioning of bespoke vacuum systems, we serve industries ranging from aerospace to medical research. Our expertise includes vacuum chambers, pumps, degassing systems, and precision-engineered components tailored to exact client requirements. With facilities in Thornbury, Bristol, we combine advanced engineering practices with a commitment to quality, offering services such as vacuum pump servicing, plant refurbishment, and on-site technical support across the UK and Europe. Our team utilises finite element analysis (FEA) to ensure structural integrity and performance, backed by rigorous quality assurance processes including pressure rise and leak testing.AVE's partnerships with leading manufacturers and our status as the main agent for DVP in the UK underscore our industry authority. We prioritise preventative maintenance contracts and rapid-response hire solutions to minimise client downtime, supported by a 3-month warranty on all services. Our dedication to innovation is evident in projects like temperature-controlled vibration-testing chambers and custom altitude-simulation systems, reflecting our ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
Services
Vacuum Pumps
Vacuum Chambers
Vacuum Degassing
Pump Servicing
Plant Refurbishment
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialist vacuum engineering experience
- Our bespoke designs utilise finite element analysis for structural integrity
- We provide rapid-response vacuum pump hire and servicing across Europe
- Our chambers undergo rigorous pressure rise and leak testing
- We hold exclusive agency for DVP vacuum pumps in the UK
What people say
40+ years experience
Rapid turnaround times
Expert technical advice
Bespoke design capability
Reliable service
Services
Vacuum Chambers
We design and manufacture custom vacuum chambers in steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and acrylic. These systems enable applications from altitude simulation testing to precision degassing. Our chambers incorporate advanced vacuum controllers and feedthroughs, supporting industries requiring vacuum environments down to 5x10^-6 mbar. Each solution undergoes FEA optimisation and leak testing.
Vacuum Pump Servicing
Our Thornbury facility provides comprehensive servicing for all major vacuum pump brands. Services include component restoration using garnet blasting, jet washing, and precision machining. We offer preventative maintenance contracts, on-site servicing across Europe, and a 3-month warranty. Specialised repairs cover pump blocks, booster rotors, and capital plant upgrades.
Vacuum Degassing
We supply complete degassing solutions including chambers, high-vacuum pumps, and automation systems. Our systems address air bubble removal in resins, silicones, and epoxies, preventing defects in cast components. Solutions range from standard kits to custom systems with thermal control and vibration simulation for aerospace and electronics applications.
Vacuum Plant Refurbishment
We restore and modernise existing vacuum equipment to exceed original specifications. Services include component re-machining, system upgrades, and annual service contracts. Our engineers optimise performance while reducing costs compared to new equipment, serving food, medical, and aerospace sectors with on-site and workshop refurbishments.
Vacuum Pump Hire
Our hire fleet includes oil-lubricated and dry-running pumps, boosters, and coating systems from leading manufacturers. All equipment undergoes full servicing before rental. We offer service exchange options to maintain production continuity during repairs, with rapid deployment available from our Thornbury stock.
Questions
What vacuum pump brands do you service?
We service all major brands including Alcatel, Busch, Edwards, Leybold, KJLC, and DVP, for whom we are the official UK service partner.
Can you design custom vacuum chambers?
Yes, our engineers create bespoke chambers in steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and acrylic, with options for thermal control, vibration simulation, and altitude testing.
Do you offer vacuum equipment hire?
We maintain a comprehensive hire fleet including pumps, boosters, freeze dryers, and coating systems, all fully serviced before deployment.
What industries do you support?
We serve aerospace, medical, food processing, research, and chemical sectors with tailored vacuum solutions and technical expertise.
How quickly can you repair vacuum equipment?
Our Thornbury facility provides rapid turnaround, with emergency service exchange options available to minimise production downtime.
Do you provide on-site vacuum services?
Yes, our engineers offer on-site servicing, calibration, and preventative maintenance across the UK and Europe.
Reviews (6)
Selina Slater
Dec 27, 2020
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Stephen attended our science and engineering fair. His exhibit was very popular he engaged with the children and adults very well a great ambassador for Applied Vacuum Engineering Thank you!
Stephen Hales Teamhalesquad
Jul 30, 2020
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Awesome company with a very professional product line for vacuum degassing equipment and a great service centre for vacuum pump servicing.
Graham Cranfield
Dec 18, 2019
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One of the most helpful companies I have had the pleasure to deal with. We would certainly recommend them and hope to do more business in the future.
Tony Sutton
Dec 05, 2019
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I've purchased several degassing vessels from this company for various projects. I have to say I'm extremely happy with the company and products. I've consulted their engineers for technical advice and they have been more than happy to help. Delivery has always been very fast. All in all, very knowledgeable, excellent products and service. I can't fault them. Tony
CoeCoa
Nov 02, 2019
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Horrible disgusting use of language, horrible people to talk to. don't ever use these people. disgusting way to run a business and I hope nobody has the misfortune of ever dealing with them.
in response:
It was John who treated me this way. I will not be calling back and I do not wish to deal with your company ever again.
in response:
It was John who treated me this way. I will not be calling back and I do not wish to deal with your company ever again.
Phil Anderton
Aug 19, 2019
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Outstanding vacuum company that I have been dealing with for more than 15 years. They go above and beyond to find the parts for my vacuum equipment. When my pumps break down I know they will turn them around within a short timeframe and supply a hire pump to keep production going. I look forward to dealing with you in the future.
