Producing the small volume and complicated CNC machined parts which take a lot of engineering has been our forte. Assisted by utilising EdgeCAM for the planning and programming together with full inspection on CNC controlled CMM measuring machines and we have created a formulae which works.

So you would be forgiven for not considering us for your volume turned parts requirements, and to be honest we haven’t really shouted about it – until now!

We have a Star SR-20J type C sliding head lathe, a state of the art multi function lathe with unbeatable capabilities. A total of up to 30 cutting tools are available including 14 power-driven tools for cross drilling, milling, slotting and angular hole machining. The new 2 position deep drilling station allows drilled holes up to 10mm diameter by 100mm deep to be carried out on the main spindle.

We bought the machine to produce medical surgical devices together with titanium pins for an aerospace application. The deployment of the Star in manufacturing these parts has seen a considerable increase in production efficiency and quality reliability.

As the Star is a true piece of automated production equipment we can also run “lights out” to reduce labour costs.

So there you go, we can be as competitive as companies who specialise in volume turned parts and have the best equipment to boot.

Bet you didn’t know that?

Fast forward to the present day and the company still has the same progressive approach to quality. To support the work it supplies to aerospace customers the company holds registration to AS9100 – the globally recognised quality standard for aerospace and defence industries. This is quite an achievement for a company which supplies many different industry sectors.

Joint MD Gary Smith “The aerospace work we manufacture is key for us. It enables us to demonstrate that we are more than capable of supplying components to such a quality critical industry with confidence. With full material traceability, inspection records and documentation we are able to provide a platform which our non aerospace customers can only benefit from. After all, product quality is something that all customers demand and we can back this up with a certified system which good enough for one of the most demanding industries.”

This approach holds the company in good shape for the future. Many other industries have adopted principles similar to those set out in AS9100 where material traceability and production documentation is required.

If you need a manufacturing partner with a proven track record for quality to aerospace standard (and the qualifications to back it up!) look no further than Staffs Precision Engineering Ltd.

Our years of experience mean that we are already geared up to achieve the tight tolerances on flatness, the finishes required on seal faces, the consideration of parts in vacuum and trapped volumes and the level of cleanliness you require on finished parts. (Not to mention ferrite levels, magnetism and a whole host of other issues).

To compliment our capability in this important industry sector we can also offer vac-welded assemblies. These are high precision TIG welded assemblies which are vac tested with a helium leak checker. So, not only can we provide the high end parts made with the latest CNC machining centres, but we can also assemble them with the confidence that they will perform under vacuum.

Phil Smith (Joint Managing Director) continues “Business is good at the moment. Confidence is returning and as well as acquiring new contracts, existing customers are increasing orders to meet demand. Future plans include the possibility of purchasing a new site or expanding the existing sites to incorporate all our operations under one roof, depending on the feasibility and cost. I get a great sense of satisfaction in running the business my father started 30 years ago and hope to build on his foundations for future generations.”
Steve Sargeant, Barclays Business Senior Manager, said “Barclays Business is committed to using our industry expertise and specialists to support such propositions, which are vital to a prosperous economy. By really understanding the business Barclays Business has been able to provide innovative solutions to support Staffordshire Precision Engineering Ltd both financially and professionally throughout its history. Investment in the new premises in this competitive market demonstrates both Barclays Business and Staffordshire Precision Engineering Ltd confidence in the continued growth and success of the business.”

Phil Smith (Joint Managing Director) commented, “Our apprenticeship scheme is very important to us and as a company we invest time, energy and resources to ensure our apprentices have a high quality experience, over 25% of our current workforce came through our apprenticeship programme”.

Working closely with local technical colleges Staffs Precision also advise on training and educational opportunities for young engineers and actively participate a range of local educational initiatives.