Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Dorset
Established in Dorset over 25 years ago, Hood Engineering has built a reputation as a trusted subcontract engineering partner. Our expertise spans fitting, fabrication, and machining processes, supported by advanced CAD design capabilities to deliver precision-engineered solutions. We specialise in bespoke machine builds, serving diverse sectors including food and beverage, marine, pharmaceutical, and nuclear industries across the Southwest UK and beyond. Our team of fully trained engineers provides end-to-end services from initial consultation to installation, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness at every stage. With dedicated welding workshops for both ferrous and nonferrous metals, we handle projects ranging from single components to complex system integrations.Our commitment to customer care is demonstrated through flexible working hours, mechanical breakdown assistance, and a 'no job too small' approach to site work. We invest in cutting-edge technology, including CNC machining, laser profiling, and waterjet cutting, to reduce material waste and production times. Our engineers possess deep technical knowledge of servo controls, motors, and pneumatic systems, ensuring compatibility and functionality in every build. We prioritise transparency in operations, offering production and design review services to optimise manufacturing efficiency. With a proven track record in high-standard engineering delivery, we aim to be a reliable extension of our clients' operations.
Services
Fitting
Machining
Welding
Fabrication
CNC Machining
Laser Profiling
Site Installation
Metal Fabrication
Equipment Refurbishment
Sheet Metal Work
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in bespoke machine builds
- We offer complete CAD-supported design-to-installation services
- Our engineers specialise in food industry equipment standards
- We provide 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance
- We combine traditional skills with CNC and laser technology
What people say
Excellent quality
High standard
Timely manner
Professional approach
Dependable service
Services
Machine Fitting
Our machine fitting service combines technical expertise with precision engineering. We handle complete machine builds from chassis construction to final assembly, ensuring all components function as designed. Our engineers apply 25+ years of experience to deliver installations that meet exact specifications while offering cost-effective solutions through material sourcing and design optimisation. This service caters to industries requiring complex machinery setups.
CNC Machining
Utilising advanced CNC technology, we produce high-tolerance components for diverse applications. Our capabilities include milling, turning, and multi-axis machining to create complex parts with exceptional accuracy. The service supports both prototyping and batch production, offering clients cost-effective manufacturing solutions while maintaining strict quality standards through continuous process refinement.
Welding & Fabrication
Specialising in stainless steel and aluminium welding, we deliver fabricated solutions for industrial equipment. Our TIG/MIG welding capabilities meet stringent food industry standards, with surface finishing options including polishing and bead blasting. The service covers one-off projects to large-scale production, supported by dedicated workshops for ferrous and nonferrous metals.
Site Installation
We provide comprehensive installation and commissioning services for production equipment. Our engineers work flexibly around client schedules to minimise downtime during equipment setup or upgrades. The service includes mechanical breakdown assistance and maintenance support, with 24-hour availability for urgent repairs to critical manufacturing systems.
Laser Profiling
Using Bystronic laser systems, we offer accurate flat profile cutting for metal components. This service reduces material waste through optimised cutting patterns while maintaining tight tolerances. We provide additional surface treatments including polishing and protective coating application, suitable for both prototype and production quantities.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We work with food and beverage, marine, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and general engineering sectors across the Southwest UK and Europe.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, we provide 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance to minimise production downtime for urgent equipment repairs.
Can you handle complete machine builds?
Yes, we specialise in end-to-end bespoke machine builds from initial design consultation to final installation and commissioning.
What welding capabilities do you have?
We offer TIG welding for stainless steel and aluminium, plus MIG welding for mild steel, with surface finishing options available.
Do you provide on-site installation support?
Yes, our engineers offer flexible on-site working hours for equipment installation, repair, and refurbishment projects.
What materials do you work with?
We handle stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel, and other ferrous/nonferrous metals for machining, welding, and fabrication projects.
