Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Engineering Solutions in Norwich
Established in 1947, FW Frost Engineers has grown to become one of Norfolk's leading subcontract engineering firms while maintaining its family-owned ethos. Our Norwich-based team of over 30 skilled professionals specialises in precision fabrication and machining of bespoke components for global industries including food processing, chemical, agricultural, and subsea oil exploration sectors. With continuous investment in advanced CNC and CAM technologies complementing traditional engineering expertise, we deliver high-tolerance components and complete project management solutions from design to installation.Our commitment to quality is evidenced by 77 years of operational excellence, coded welding capabilities, and a dedicated workforce where all shop floor employees complete formal apprenticeships. We maintain strong client relationships through adaptable quality control systems, rapid response times, and a proven track record of on-time delivery across diverse engineering challenges.
Services
Fabrication
Machining
CNC Machining
Project Management
Coded Welding
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- 77 years of continuous engineering expertise in Norfolk
- Family-owned business with third-generation leadership
- Investment in latest CNC/CAD/CAM technologies
- Complete project management from design to installation
- Apprentice-trained workforce maintaining traditional engineering skills
Services
Fabrication
Our fabrication department works with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium to produce precision components up to 4 metres in length. With Gade guillotine and Amada CNC press capabilities, we deliver complex sheet metal parts and structural fabrications. Our coded welding expertise ensures compliance with industry standards while maintaining tight tolerances through integrated machining processes.
Machining
Equipped with Haas EC2000 machining centres and Binns & Berry lathes, we handle both small and large components using manual and CNC methods. Our capabilities include 4-axis milling, live tooling lathes, and large diameter turning up to five-tonne capacity. We work with diverse materials including titanium, copper, and engineering plastics to meet exacting specifications.
CNC Machining
Our CNC machining services utilise Delcam FeatureCam software for programming from 3D models, ensuring fast changeovers and consistent quality. With Faro Gage inspection equipment and Scharmann horizontal boring machines, we maintain precision across complex geometries. This technology enables rapid prototyping and efficient production runs for diverse industrial applications.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management from initial design through to installation. Our 2D/3D CAD facility supports concept development while our fabrication and machining departments execute production. This integrated approach covers coating, assembly, and final installation, ensuring seamless delivery of complete engineering solutions tailored to client requirements.
Coded Welding
Our coded welding services meet stringent industry standards across various materials including stainless steel and aluminium. Certified welders employ advanced techniques to ensure structural integrity in critical applications. This capability supports our fabrication work for sectors requiring absolute reliability in harsh operating environments like subsea exploration and chemical processing.
People
Robert Frost
Managing Director and Sales
Third-generation engineering leader with mechanical engineering degree. Managing Director since 2003, continuing family commitment to quality engineering. Oversees strategic direction and client relationships.
Kevin Chapman
Works Manager
Experienced operations manager responsible for production efficiency and quality control. Ensures seamless coordination between fabrication and machining departments to meet delivery deadlines.
Tony Bayliss
Sales Manager
Engineering graduate with extensive industry knowledge. Manages client acquisition and retention, leveraging 20+ years of experience in subcontract engineering sales.
Jake Newstead
Sales & Estimator
Qualified estimator providing accurate cost assessments and technical support. Develops client proposals while maintaining focus on value-engineered solutions for cost efficiency.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve food processing, chemical, agricultural, motor, water, and subsea oil exploration industries with custom-engineered components and systems.
Do you handle complete projects?
Yes, we manage projects from initial design through fabrication, machining, coating, assembly, and final installation using our in-house CAD capabilities.
What materials can you work with?
Our facilities handle mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, titanium, brass, and engineering plastics for diverse application requirements.
Are you equipped for precision machining?
We have CNC machining centres including Haas EC2000, 4-axis milling, live tooling lathes, and Scharmann horizontal boring machines with five-tonne capacity.
How do you ensure quality control?
We maintain coded welding standards, employ apprentice-trained engineers, and use Faro Gage inspection equipment alongside our adaptable quality management system.
What's your engineering experience?
As a family business established in 1947, we combine 77 years of operational history with continuous technology investment and third-generation leadership expertise.
