Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Die Casting & Tooling Solutions Since 1969
Established in 1969, HCM Engineering is an independent, privately owned company based in the UK's Industrial West Midlands. Our expertise spans all areas of die casting, serving diverse industries including automotive, agriculture, construction, electrical, oil and gas, and leisure. Our design team delivers tooling solutions to the highest standards while maintaining economic efficiency, ensuring we meet customer demands with precision. With over 400 years of combined engineering expertise across our management team, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.Our apprenticeship scheme, developed in partnership with local training providers, nurtures future talent in the foundry industry. Through our sister company in India, we offer hybrid solutions that balance cost-effectiveness with uncompromised quality, providing seamless global support to our clients.
Services
Die Casting
Tooling Solutions
3D Printing
Design Consultancy
Apprenticeship Training
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in die casting and tooling.
- Our apprenticeship programme develops future engineering talent.
- We offer in-house design and manufacturing expertise.
- Our hybrid UK-India operations ensure competitive pricing without quality compromise.
- We serve global clients with tailored engineering solutions.
Services
Die Casting
We produce high-pressure and low-pressure die castings for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. Using advanced tool steels and precision engineering, our solutions ensure durability and cost-efficiency. Clients benefit from rapid prototyping and scalable production for complex components.
Tooling Solutions
Our team designs and manufactures custom tooling for die casting machines up to 2500T capacity. Services include feasibility analysis, simulation, and on-site commissioning. Clients receive optimised tooling that reduces lead times and enhances production efficiency.
3D Printing
We offer metal and plastic 3D printing for prototypes and tooling inserts. This technology supports rapid prototyping and complex geometries. Clients gain faster time-to-market and reduced development costs for innovative components.
Design Consultancy
Our experts provide design-for-manufacture (DFM) services from concept to production. We optimise part designs for cost, quality, and delivery. Clients receive tailored solutions that align with their technical and commercial goals.
Apprenticeship Training
We run a five-year apprenticeship programme in partnership with local colleges. The scheme trains future engineers in traditional and modern manufacturing techniques. Clients benefit from a pipeline of skilled professionals for the industry.
People
Simon Hanson
Commercial MD
With decades of industry experience, Simon leads commercial strategy and client relations. He ensures HCM Engineering delivers value-driven solutions while maintaining its reputation for excellence.
Mike Hanson
Operations MD
Mike oversees manufacturing operations and process optimisation. His focus on efficiency and quality ensures timely delivery of high-standard tooling and components for global clients.
Mark Bluck
Design Manager
Mark leads the design team, specialising in tooling innovation and DFM. His expertise ensures solutions that balance technical precision with cost-effectiveness for diverse industries.
Steve Pearson
Quality Manager
Steve ensures compliance with international standards through rigorous quality control. His work guarantees that all products meet stringent performance and safety requirements.
Jon Hickman
Technical Sales Manager
Jon bridges client needs with technical capabilities, offering tailored solutions. His industry knowledge supports long-term partnerships and project success.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve automotive, aerospace, construction, electrical, oil and gas, and leisure sectors with precision tooling and components.
Do you offer international services?
Yes, through our sister company in India, we provide hybrid solutions that combine UK standards with global reach.
How do you support apprenticeships?
We operate a five-year apprenticeship programme in partnership with local colleges to train future engineering professionals.
What materials do you work with?
We handle aluminium, magnesium, and steel for die casting and tooling, alongside 3D-printed metal and plastic components.
Can you assist with design optimisation?
Our DFM services help clients refine part designs for cost, quality, and production efficiency from concept to completion.
