Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Frome
Established in 2004, we are a specialist engineering company headquartered in Frome, Somerset, serving clients across the South West of England. Our comprehensive capabilities span machine design, automation systems, fabrication, and material handling solutions, delivered through an integrated approach from concept to installation. With in-house expertise in CAD drafting, PLC programming, and precision machining, we specialise in creating bespoke engineered solutions tailored to unique client challenges. Our team combines over three decades of technical experience with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure reliability and innovation in every project.We maintain rigorous quality control throughout production, supported by LOLER-compliant inspection services and a commitment to after-sales support. Backed by long-standing client relationships and industry recognition, we deliver cost-effective engineering excellence to sectors ranging from manufacturing to specialist machinery. Our hands-on approach ensures clients receive both technical proficiency and personal service, reflected in testimonials praising our responsiveness and problem-solving capabilities.
Services
Machine Design
Automation Systems
Fabrication
Material Handling
Control Systems
Bespoke Components
LOLER Inspections
Retrofit Services
CAD Drafting
Assembly Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of in-house panel building and PLC programming expertise
- Our integrated design-to-installation approach ensures complete project control
- We provide LOLER-compliant inspection and certification services
- Our engineers deliver rapid response repairs minimising production downtime
- We specialise in retrofitting obsolete machinery with modern control systems
What people say
Professional and exemplary service
Quick response repairs
On time and budget
Reliable machinery solutions
Hands-on personal approach
Services
Machine Design
We create bespoke machine designs tailored to specific industrial requirements. Our engineers develop solutions from initial concept through detailed CAD modelling to final installation. This comprehensive approach ensures optimal functionality and integration with existing production systems while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
Automation Systems
Our automation solutions combine mechanical and electrical engineering expertise to enhance production efficiency. With over 30 years' experience in PLC programming and panel building, we deliver integrated systems that improve process reliability and reduce operational costs through modern control technologies.
Material Handling
We design and manufacture custom material handling solutions to meet specific operational needs. Our services include LOLER-compliant inspections, equipment modifications, and complete system design, ensuring safe and efficient handling of materials across various industrial applications.
Bespoke Components
Our fabrication capabilities enable production of custom components using diverse materials including stainless steel and exotic alloys. We support both single-item replacements and batch production, maintaining precision engineering standards throughout the manufacturing process.
Retrofit Services
We modernise existing machinery with updated control systems to extend equipment lifespan and improve productivity. Our retrofit solutions incorporate the latest technology while maintaining compatibility with legacy mechanical components, providing cost-effective performance enhancements.
People
Mark Dix
Operations Director for the CPM Group
Led successful collaboration with Apex Engineering to resolve critical machinery breakdown, delivering bespoke solution on time and budget while maintaining ongoing procurement relationship.
Pete Mackintosh
Engineering & Facilities Manager for Sharpak
Has maintained five-year professional relationship with Apex Engineering, relying on their expertise for mechanical structures and production equipment improvements during major expansion projects.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialise in?
We specialise in machine design, automation systems, material handling solutions, fabrication, and control system retrofits, providing complete engineering solutions from concept to installation.
Do you handle emergency repairs?
Yes, we offer rapid response repairs for production machinery breakdowns, with engineers available to restore operations quickly and minimise downtime.
Can you work with obsolete machinery?
We specialise in retrofitting outdated equipment with modern control systems, extending machinery lifespan while improving reliability and productivity through technological upgrades.
Do you provide inspection services?
Yes, we offer LOLER-compliant inspections and certification for lifting equipment, including scheduled examinations and maintenance reports to ensure regulatory compliance.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Frome, Somerset, we serve clients across the South West of England, supporting industries with engineering solutions tailored to their specific geographical requirements.
