Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Metal Fabrication Solutions
Established in 2002, AV Innovate is a specialist contract engineering company headquartered in Leicester, UK. Our 25,000 sq. ft. facility offers end-to-end manufacturing solutions including precision engineering, metal fabrication, and product assembly. With ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, we serve international OEMs and UK SMEs across automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and other sectors. Our 60+ team members utilise advanced technologies like CNC machines and LVD lasers to deliver quality-assured components.We prioritise continuous improvement through investments in cutting-edge equipment and staff development. Our in-house design team employs AutoCAD and SolidWorks for DFM optimisation, while our logistics fleet ensures nationwide delivery. Over 18 years, we've built a reputation for handling projects from one-off prototypes to high-volume contracts, maintaining strict quality control through dedicated inspection processes.
Services
Metal Fabrication
CNC Machining
Laser Cutting
Metal Finishing
Product Assembly
Project Management
Metal Forming
Bespoke Projects
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of precision engineering expertise in metal fabrication
- ISO 9001 & 14001 certified quality and environmental management systems
- In-house design team with AutoCAD and SolidWorks capabilities
- Nationwide delivery network from central Leicester location
- 60+ skilled staff across design, manufacturing, and quality assurance
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
Services
Metal Fabrication
Our skilled fabricators produce precision sheet metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques. We handle materials including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium for industries ranging from automotive to healthcare. Our ISO 9001-certified processes ensure consistent quality from prototype to full production runs.
CNC Machining
Our CNC machining division produces complex parts with tight tolerances using the latest CAD/CAM software. Capable of working with metals and engineering plastics, we deliver precision components for demanding applications. Our investment in coordinate measuring machines ensures dimensional accuracy across all production batches.
Laser Cutting
Equipped with LVD laser systems, we offer high-precision cutting up to 20mm thickness. Our Radan CAD/CAM software optimises cutting paths for efficiency and accuracy. We process materials including stainless steel, aluminium, and exotic metals with a 3000mm x 1500mm cutting window.
Metal Finishing
We provide comprehensive metal finishing services including powder coating, mirror polishing, and zinc electroplating. Our treatments enhance product durability and aesthetics while meeting environmental standards. All finishes undergo rigorous quality inspection before dispatch.
Product Assembly
Our dedicated assembly facility offers complete mechanical and electrical integration services. From component sourcing to final packaging, we manage full product builds with quality testing at each stage. Our flexible processes accommodate both small batches and large-scale production.
Questions
What manufacturing services do you offer?
We provide metal fabrication, CNC machining, laser cutting, metal forming, surface finishing, product assembly, and project management services.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001:2015 for quality management and ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management.
What industries do you serve?
We work with automotive, aerospace, healthcare, retail, marine, and agricultural sectors among others.
Do you handle both prototypes and volume production?
Yes, we specialise in both one-off prototypes and high-volume production runs.
What is your delivery coverage?
We offer nationwide delivery across the UK from our central Leicester facility.
Can you manage complete projects?
Our project management team provides single-point accountability from order placement through to delivery.
