Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Precision Engineering Solutions in St Neots
Established in 1994, we are a leading precision engineering company dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and innovation in advanced manufacturing. Our team of highly skilled engineers and technicians brings decades of collective experience, supported by state-of-the-art CNC machining, automation, and quality assurance technologies. With ISO27001 certification and multiple national awards, we serve high-tech sectors including med-tech, aerospace, robotics, and scientific instrumentation. Our commitment to continuous improvement and customer-centric approach ensures seamless transitions from prototype to production, backed by a 'right first time' philosophy.We invest heavily in workforce development, from apprenticeships to postgraduate studies, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Our facility spans 60,000 sq ft with dedicated NPI and assembly capabilities, enabling rapid turnaround and full traceability. Recognised as a Kings Award for Export recipient, we combine technical expertise with global supply chain reliability to meet exacting client specifications.
Services
5 Axis Machining
CNC Milling
Sliding Head Machining
Laser Engraving
Assembly Services
Quality Assurance
Prototype Development
Component Testing
Digital Control Systems
Supply Chain Support
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in precision engineering
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive experience
- We are ISO27001 certified
- Our facility is one of the most comprehensive in the UK
- We offer dedicated NPI and assembly capabilities
Associations and certifications
- ISO27001
Services
5 Axis Machining
Our comprehensive 5-axis machining capabilities combine advanced automation with precision engineering to produce complex components. Utilising state-of-the-art equipment, we deliver high-tolerance parts for aerospace, robotics, and scientific instrumentation applications. The service supports rapid prototyping and full production runs with full traceability.
CNC Milling
We provide high-precision CNC milling services for complex components requiring tight tolerances. Our modern machining centres handle diverse materials and geometries, supported by integrated quality assurance systems to ensure dimensional accuracy and surface finish excellence.
Laser Engraving
Our in-house laser engraving service offers permanent marking solutions including QR codes, barcodes, and assembly diagrams. This precision marking technology ensures component traceability and meets industry standards for identification in critical applications.
Quality Assurance
Quality is embedded in our processes through advanced inspection technologies and ISO27001-certified procedures. We employ digital control systems and comprehensive testing protocols to guarantee component compliance with exacting specifications across all production volumes.
Prototype Development
Our dedicated NPI facility enables rapid prototyping with certified materials. The 8,000 sq ft development space supports seamless transition from concept to production, maintaining strict quality controls while accelerating time-to-market for innovative engineering solutions.
People
Richard Hefford-Hobbs
Chairman
Founder of Cambridge Precision and Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, Richard combines manufacturing expertise with academic excellence. He holds advanced degrees from UCL and Oxford, driving innovation through design freedom and engineering principles.
Nigel Rata
Sales Director
Co-founder with 25+ years in precision engineering, Nigel leads commercial strategy. His background in laser processing and customer-focused approach ensures service excellence and continuous improvement in client relationships.
Nick Raven
Operations Director
With 25 years at Cambridge Precision, Nick oversees operations as a Chartered Manager. His engineering qualifications and MBA ensure strategic leadership, maintaining our position as a global manufacturing asset through technological investment.
Tony Murray
Senior Export Executive
Tony has shaped our global partnerships since 1995. His focus on collaborative problem-solving ensures client satisfaction through trust-based relationships, addressing design and supply chain challenges with tailored manufacturing solutions.
Becky Raven
Finance & HR Manager
Becky combines financial expertise with CIPD-qualified HR leadership. She drives workplace wellness and diversity initiatives, creating a supportive environment that aligns employee needs with our commitment to engineering excellence.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialise in high-tech sectors including med-tech, aerospace, robotics, scientific instrumentation, and particle measurement, delivering precision components to exact specifications.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO27001 certification for information security management, alongside other industry-specific quality accreditations.
Can you handle prototype development?
Our dedicated NPI facility supports rapid prototyping with seamless transition to full production, maintaining strict quality controls throughout the development process.
What machining capabilities do you offer?
We provide 5-axis machining, CNC milling, sliding head machining, and laser engraving across our 60,000 sq ft facility with advanced automation.
How do you ensure component quality?
We employ integrated digital quality assurance systems, comprehensive testing protocols, and full traceability to guarantee compliance with exacting specifications.
What export experience do you have?
As a Kings Award for Export recipient, we have extensive global supply chain experience, supported by dedicated export management expertise since 1995.
