Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Precision Engineering Solutions in Ashford
Established in 1987, AES Precision Engineering has evolved from a small medical sector machine shop into a multidisciplinary manufacturer serving global clients. As a family-owned business, we combine hands-on craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver precision-critical components for industries including medical, automotive, aerospace, and defence. Our single-source facility houses 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling, multiaxis turning, sheet metal fabrication, and a fully equipped metrology department, enabling us to control quality and reduce lead times.With continuous investment in technology and training, we maintain our commitment to quality, on-time delivery, and innovation. Our teams expertise spans complex tolerances and material requirements, ensuring reliability for sectors ranging from medical diagnostics to motorsport. We prioritise full process control, from material procurement to inspection, supported by automated systems for efficient production. Our values of integrity, innovation, quality, and collaboration guide every project, fostering long-term partnerships with clients worldwide.
Services
CNC Milling
CNC Turning
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Inspection & Metrology
Quality Plant
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We handle material procurement, machining, fabrication, and inspection under one roof.
- Modern equipment includes 5-axis machining centres and automated systems for complex parts.
- Our team has decades of experience in precision tolerances for medical and aerospace sectors.
- We provide fast quotes and personalised support from enquiry to delivery.
- Lights-out production ensures efficient lead times for prototypes and large batches.
What people say
Exceptional accuracy
Fast quotes
Trusted expertise
Reliable delivery
Advanced technology
Services
CNC Milling
Our multi-axis CNC milling services produce complex geometries with tight tolerances using 3-axis and 5-axis machining centres. Capable of handling prototypes to high-volume runs, we serve medical, aerospace, and automotive sectors. Advanced equipment ensures precision and repeatability for critical components.
CNC Turning
Multiaxis turning services combine milling, drilling, and live tooling in one setup, reducing cycle times for complex parts. Automated bar feeders enable 24/7 production, meeting deadlines for medical, defence, and electronics industries with consistent accuracy.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Comprehensive sheet metal services include laser cutting, bending, welding, and finishing in stainless steel, aluminium, and alloys. Skilled welders and finishing options ensure durable, precision-crafted components for medium- to high-volume production across industries.
Inspection & Metrology
Mitutoyo CMMs and manual gauges verify critical dimensions, supported by First Article Inspection Reports and reverse engineering. Our quality management system ensures traceable, compliant results for new and legacy components in precision-critical sectors.
Quality Plant
Modern facilities feature Matsuura and Brother 5-axis machining centres, Hurco mills, Biglia turnmills, and Mitutoyo metrology equipment. Advanced CAD/CAM software and finishing tools ensure efficient, high-precision production for global clients.
People
Clive Wilson
Managing Director
Clive oversees strategic direction and operations, leveraging decades of engineering expertise to ensure AES maintains its reputation for precision and reliability in global manufacturing.
Mark Wilson
Managing Director
Mark drives technological innovation and client relations, ensuring AES stays ahead of industry demands through continuous investment in cutting-edge machinery and skilled workforce development.
Gary Hollamby
Workshop Manager
Gary manages day-to-day workshop operations, optimising production efficiency and quality control to meet tight deadlines for complex components across medical, aerospace, and automotive sectors.
Martin Bingham
Quality Manager
Martin ensures compliance with industry standards, leading inspection processes and implementing quality systems that guarantee precision and traceability for every component produced.
Questions
What industries does AES Precision Engineering serve?
We serve medical, aerospace, automotive, defence, electronics, and packaging sectors with precision-critical components.
Do you handle both prototypes and large-volume production?
Yes, our facilities support single prototypes to high-volume runs using automated systems for efficiency.
What quality certifications do you hold?
While not explicitly listed, our quality management system exceeds typical manufacturing standards with Mitutoyo CMMs and traceable reporting.
Can you assist with material selection for my project?
Our engineers provide tailored recommendations for materials and processes to optimise your component's performance and cost-efficiency.
Are your machining capabilities limited to specific materials?
We work with stainless steel, aluminium, brass, copper, and alloys for diverse applications across industries.
How do you ensure on-time delivery?
Lights-out automation, in-house processes, and streamlined workflows enable consistent, timely delivery for global clients.
