Production Pattern (Bristol)

PRODUCTION PATTERN (BRISTOL) LIMITED (PPB Engineering Technology) is a highly experienced UK-based contract manufacturer with over 55 years in operation, situated in Bristol. The company has evolved from its traditional pattern-making roots to become a specialist in toolmaking, jigs, and fixtures, serving a diverse client base. With a skilled workforce of over 24 personnel, PPB Engineering Technology leverages extensive collective experience to deliver precision engineering solutions.

PPB Engineering Technology offers a comprehensive range of manufacturing capabilities, including product design and development utilising advanced CAD/CAM and solid modelling. Their toolmaking expertise encompasses the creation of mould tooling, jigs, fixtures, master models, and prototypes from a wide array of metallic and non-metallic materials. They also provide small batch production services for R&D and pre-production needs, supported by advanced 3D scanning and printing services, including on-site measurement and inspection with a Platinum FaroArm for exceptional accuracy. The company primarily serves the aerospace, automotive, and green energy sectors.

Holding ISO 9001:2015 certification, PPB Engineering Technology also boasts approvals from key industry players such as GKN Aerospace (including GKN Aerospace IOW) and Agusta. Their proven track record includes successful projects in small batch production and mock-ups for the aerospace industry, with notable case studies involving work for Bombardier and Alenia, as well as the development of a Helicopter Toolkit and a Laser Setting Jig, demonstrating their capacity for delivering critical engineering solutions.