Hutchinson Engineering

Hutchinson Engineering Limited is a well-established UK contract manufacturer, operating from three sites in Widnes, Cheshire, with extensive production and storage facilities. Since its inception, the company has specialised in the design and fabrication of complex steel structures, offering a full service from initial design through to manufacturing, surface treatment, deployment, installation, and after-sales support. With over 40 years of experience and a workforce of over 220 skilled individuals, Hutchinson Engineering is a significant player in the UK manufacturing landscape.

The company boasts advanced manufacturing capabilities, including sophisticated cutting technologies like laser, plasma, and 3D-tube cutting, alongside comprehensive CNC machining. They are adept at fabricating both single, heavy items up to 20 tonnes and serial production runs, utilising a wide array of welding techniques and working with carbon steel, aluminium, and stainless steel. Hutchinson Engineering serves a diverse range of critical sectors, including telecoms, offshore and onshore wind, nuclear, and oil & gas, and has recently expanded its reach into the rail industry.

Hutchinson Engineering holds a robust portfolio of certifications and accreditations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OSHAS 45001, ISO 3834-2, and UKCA CE ISO1090 (Execution Class 4), alongside being Fit 4 Nuclear certified and holding the "Made in Britain" mark. Their commitment to UK manufacturing is a key differentiator, offering reduced supply-chain risk and enhanced quality control. This is evidenced by their work on significant projects such as manufacturing overhead cranes for Konecranes, high-integrity nuclear-grade stillages for Hinkley Point C, and components for telecommunication towers and wind turbines. The company also benefits from quayside access for efficient deployment of large structures and offers extensive in-house surface treatment capabilities.