Abstract of the Offer
Based in Cambridgeshire, UK, Advanced Precision Technologies is a specialist precision engineering company offering ultra-accurate 5-axis CNC machining and metrology services. Our capabilities support rapid prototyping and low-volume production for high-performance sectors including aerospace, defence, motorsport and space. We seek collaboration or supply partnerships where speed, complexity, and repeatability are critical.
Description
Precision machining and metrology capability designed to support the manufacture of complex, high-accuracy components for sectors such as space, aerospace, defence, motorsport and medical. The system is centred around multi-axis CNC machining (up to 5-axis), combined with advanced computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programming and automated inspection technologies.
The machining capability enables the production of low-volume, complex components in a wide variety of materials, with tight geometric tolerances. Components can be machined from solid or semi-finished stock, depending on requirements.
Thermal compensation and machine calibration ensure that the machining process remains stable and repeatable over time. Offline programming using software platforms such as Fusion360, FeatureCam, and Hypermill allows for optimised toolpaths, reduced cycle times, and effective simulation prior to production.
Dimensional inspection is integrated through the use of coordinate measuring machines (CMM), enabling full traceability and measurement reports suitable for aerospace and space sector requirements.
The organisation operates under ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), supporting a structured, auditable approach to process control, traceability, and sustainability.
This technology is suitable for applications requiring high-precision prototyping, flight-ready hardware, or development components where turnaround times and repeatability are critical. Potential uses include mechanical components for satellites, propulsion systems, space structures, ground support equipment, or test rigs.
The solution is scalable, allowing integration into broader manufacturing supply chains as a reliable partner for space-sector development and production programmes.
Advantages and Innovations
A combination of rapid turnaround and single micron-level accuracy. Unlike many subcontract machining providers, the system has been developed specifically to meet the demands of sectors where both speed and precision are critical.
The use of 5-axis CNC machining reduces the need for multiple setups, improving geometric accuracy and significantly reducing lead times. Offline simulation and toolpath optimisation minimise production risk and support faster first-time-right outcomes.
In-process inspection using CMM technology ensures dimensional compliance without introducing delays between operations. This allows for short manufacturing cycles while maintaining traceability and quality control to aerospace and space-sector standards.
The approach enables production of complex, high-tolerance components in as little as 24–72 hours, compared to traditional lead times of 7–10 days or more, depending on complexity. This provides a strategic advantage in prototyping, time-sensitive testing, and development environments.