Ashtead Engineering Company

Ashtead Engineering Company Limited (AEC), established in 1956 and based in West Byfleet, Surrey, is a UK-based precision engineering contract manufacturer. They specialize in the high-precision manufacturing of components and assemblies, serving a broad spectrum of demanding industries.

AEC's extensive capabilities include turn-mill operations, turning, milling, sliding head turning, grinding, assembly, inspection, load testing, and finishing, all supported by design and development services. Their advanced CNC machinery, including DMG Mori and Star machines, alongside comprehensive grinding and inspection facilities, enables them to work with a wide range of materials. Key sectors served include aerospace, defence, automotive, medical, oil and gas, marine, energy, electronics, metrology, and arts and culture.

The company holds ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 certifications, demonstrating a strong commitment to quality, particularly for the aerospace and defence sectors. AEC also operates specialized divisions for museum and gallery products, ready-to-buy stanchions and signage, and bespoke engineering solutions for the film, stunt, and theatre industries. Their differentiators include exceptional quality, innovation, superior customer service, and continuous investment in technology, evidenced by projects such as load testing for the V&A Museum and designing display cases for the National Gallery.