R E Cooke

R E Cooke Limited, established in 1934 and based in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, is a UK-based engineering company specialising in the fabrication of sheet metal components and assemblies. They serve a diverse range of sectors, including rail, automotive, electronics, and military markets, positioning themselves as a comprehensive single-source supplier.

The company offers extensive in-house manufacturing capabilities, including high-quality laser cutting of steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, alongside precise CNC bending services. Their specialty welding encompasses MIG/TIG, MMA, and Spot Welding, with a highly skilled workforce. R E Cooke also provides in-house machining for various materials, producing turned parts and offering post-processing services like drilling and rolling. Additional processes include fitting of nutserts and pem inserts, with sub-contract options available.

R E Cooke holds BS EN 15085-2 Class CL 1 certification for rail vehicle components and employs Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to ensure quality from the outset. They also utilise Dynamic Data Capture (DDC) for real-time monitoring and continuous improvement, alongside lean manufacturing principles. The company has a history of significant investment in production technology, most recently in a wet paint spray booth in 2018.