Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Precision Engineering Solutions
Herbert Phillips is a manufacturing and fabrication business established near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, specialising in precision engineering, waterjet cutting, and bespoke sheet metal solutions. With over 50 years of combined experience among key personnel like Andrew Jones and Stephen Williams, the company combines advanced technology, including the world's most powerful waterjet cutter (Mach 2), with traditional craftsmanship to deliver high-quality, customised projects. The team excels in rapid prototyping, CAD/CAM design, and low-volume production, serving clients across industries requiring precision components. Strategic partnerships with local finishers and cabinetmakers enable a one-stop shop for transforming concepts into finished products.Herbert Phillips prioritises customer collaboration, offering pre-production advice, material sourcing, and post-cutting services like polishing and assembly. The company's commitment to quality is reinforced through rigorous testing, CMM measurement, and process capability analysis. Located within easy reach of major transport routes, it serves clients in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and the Midlands. A 'can do' attitude, coupled with state-of-the-art machinery and decades of expertise, ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to exact specifications.
Services
Waterjet Cutting
Venting and Ducting
Sheet Metal Work
Precision Engineering
CNC Machining
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in precision engineering and sheet metal work.
- Our state-of-the-art Mach 2 waterjet cutter delivers unparalleled accuracy and versatility.
- We specialise in fast turnaround times for low-volume, high-complexity projects.
- Our customer-focused approach includes pre-production design reviews and material sourcing.
- Strategic partnerships enable end-to-end solutions from concept to installation.
Services
Waterjet Cutting
Our Mach 2 waterjet cutter handles materials up to 150mm thick, including metal, stone, and composites, with exceptional accuracy. This method eliminates secondary machining, reducing costs and lead times. Ideal for intricate designs and one-off projects, it supports rapid prototyping and low-volume production while maintaining tight tolerances.
Venting and Ducting
We design and manufacture bespoke venting systems and ducting components, including transitions, tees, and reducers. Specialising in low-volume, high-quality 'specials', our team uses CAD software and advanced profiling machines to ensure precision. Fast turnaround and replication services cater to replacement or custom requirements.
Sheet Metal Work
From concept to assembly, we offer cutting, bending, welding, and finishing for custom sheet metal components. Our capabilities include precision parts for ventilation systems and architectural features, supported by CAD design and partnerships for complex installations.
Precision Engineering
Our CNC milling and turning services produce high-tolerance components with interchangeable tooling to reduce setup times. We provide prototyping, testing, and batch production, alongside quality control measures like CMM measurement and material certification.
CAD/CAM Design
We convert sketches or concepts into detailed manufacturing designs using the latest CAD/CAM software. This includes design refinement, material sourcing, and prototyping to ensure optimal functionality before production.
People
Andrew Jones
Manufacturing Operations Manager
With 29 years in sheet metal fabrication, Andrew specialises in pattern development and CAD software. He has managed Herbert Phillips' operations since joining from industry leaders like Lindab and ABB Veloduct.
Stephen Williams
Assistant Manager
Stephen brings 25 years of sheet metal expertise, previously working with Andrew at Flakt Veloduct and Lindab. He ensures projects meet specifications, managing quality and timelines at the Toddington facility.
Adam Phillips
Owner
Adam founded Herbert Phillips with a focus on customer partnerships, leveraging his 'can do' attitude and reputation for delivering quality under challenging conditions.
Questions
What materials can your waterjet cutter handle?
Our Mach 2 waterjet cuts metal, stone, glass, composites, plastic, foam, and rubber up to 150mm thick.
Do you offer same-day turnaround for urgent projects?
Yes, we prioritise time-critical jobs and can often deliver same-day results for smaller, urgent tasks.
Can you replicate existing components?
We generate CAD/CAM drawings from existing parts to manufacture replacements with equal or improved quality.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and the Midlands, with regular deliveries to these regions.
What post-cutting services are available?
We arrange polishing, powder-coating, assembly, and delivery, alongside sourcing additional materials or components as needed.
Do you work on one-off or low-volume projects?
Yes, bespoke 'one-offs' and small batches are our speciality, with systems in place for rapid, accurate production.
