Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Services in Dunbar Since 1933
Established in 1933, S&P Blair & Son has built a reputation for excellence in engineering services spanning marine, agricultural, construction, and industrial sectors. Our expertise in manufacturing and supplying specialized equipment, including trawlboards, hydraulic machinery, and wear-resistant components, is supported by a comprehensive workshop facility equipped with advanced tools such as CNC lathes, plasma cutting systems, and welding technologies. With generations of family leadership, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering solutions to serve clients across the UK, Ireland, and international markets.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of diverse materials like stainless steel, aluminium, and bronze, alongside adherence to rigorous fabrication and surface treatment processes. As a trusted partner to industries ranging from fishing to renewable energy, we maintain a focus on innovation, reliability, and customer-specific engineering requirements.
Services
Marine Engineering
General Engineering
Metal Fabrication
Hydraulic Systems
Industrial Components
Details
- Year established: 1933
Highlights and features
- Over 90 years of engineering experience across multiple industries
- Specialised in marine and general engineering solutions
- Advanced manufacturing capabilities with CNC and plasma cutting
- Supplies to international markets including South Africa and Canada
- Family-owned business with generational technical expertise
Services
Marine Engineering
Specialist marine engineering services for fishing and commercial vessels. We design and manufacture trawlboards, hydraulic deck machinery, and winches to international standards. Our collaboration with Rapp Marine ensures cutting-edge hydraulic solutions for demanding maritime environments.
Metal Fabrication
Precision fabrication of complex metal structures using CNC machining, plasma cutting, and welding. We work with stainless steel, aluminium, and wear-resistant alloys to produce components for construction, agriculture, and industrial applications.
Hydraulic Systems
Design and production of hydraulic cranes, oil tanks, and deck machinery. Our systems integrate with fishing vessel operations and industrial equipment, combining durability with advanced Norwegian-engineered technology from our partners.
Industrial Components
Manufacture of bespoke industrial components including gears, sheaves, and rollers. Using materials like bronze and high-yield steel, we create wear-resistant parts for cement plants, recycling facilities, and renewable energy projects.
General Engineering
Comprehensive engineering services for agricultural, construction, and municipal sectors. From prototype development to large-scale fabrication, our workshop supports diverse requirements with traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques.
People
Peter Blair
Founder
Founded the business in 1933 after working as a gold prospector in Africa. A skilled blacksmith and ironworker, he established the company's engineering foundations through agricultural machinery repairs and ornamental metalwork.
Stanley Blair
Second Generation Leader
Took over in 1953 and expanded into marine engineering. Developed the company's first steel trawlboards and established international export markets while managing growth during the local cement industry boom.
Michael Blair
Third Generation Leader
Assumed leadership in 1972 and formed strategic partnerships with hydraulic machinery specialists. Introduced computerised design systems and expanded manufacturing capacity to meet growing global demand for specialised engineering components.
Stanley Blair
Fourth Generation Engineer
Joined the business in the 1990s, implementing advanced manufacturing technologies. Focused on modernising production processes while maintaining the company's commitment to quality engineering solutions for traditional industries.
David Blair
Fourth Generation Engineer
Brought computer-aided design expertise to the business, enhancing precision manufacturing capabilities. Worked alongside his brother to expand the company's technical capacity while preserving its family-operated values.
Questions
What industries does S&P Blair & Son serve?
We provide engineering solutions for marine, agricultural, construction, cement manufacturing, renewable energy, and industrial sectors across the UK and international markets.
What materials do you work with?
Our workshop handles mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, bronze, wear-resistant alloys, and nylon to create components meeting diverse industry specifications.
Do you export internationally?
Yes, we export to South Africa, Canada, Mexico, Belgium, and other countries, maintaining long-standing relationships with global clients since the 1960s.
What manufacturing capabilities do you have?
Our facilities include CNC machining, plasma cutting, welding, fabrication, and surface treatment systems, with capacities for large-scale industrial components.
What's your history with marine engineering?
Since the 1950s, we've specialised in fishing industry equipment, developing trawlboards and hydraulic systems now used globally, with partnerships established in the 1970s.
