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Your Trusted Precision Engineering Partner in Dorset
Established in Dorset since 2003, Fred Pope Engineering Services has built a reputation for delivering precision engineering solutions across diverse industries including construction, electronics, hydraulics, defence, restoration, medical, and sport. Our expertise spans CNC turning, CNC milling, and metal fabrication, handling projects from single prototypes to large-scale batch production. We work with a comprehensive range of materials, including aluminium, brass, copper, stainless steels, titanium, and thermoset plastics, ensuring precision to the tightest tolerances. Our in-house design team provides CAD/CAM support, from initial concept development to final product design, while our extensive subcontractor network enables finishing services like powder coating, galvanising, and anodising. With 3 and 4-axis CNC milling machines and table sizes up to 1300mm, we combine advanced technology with decades of technical expertise to meet complex engineering challenges.

Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through precision components that meet exacting industry standards, supported by a personal, obligation-free quotation process. We specialise in multi-disciplinary project management for product development, ensuring seamless transitions from prototype to finished components. Our team's experience in tool design and innovative manufacturing methods positions us as a trusted partner for both one-off components and large-scale fabrication projects. We maintain transparency in operations, offering clear communication channels through our Swanage-based facility and dedicated enquiry systems. This combination of technical capability, industry experience, and customer-focused service has sustained our reputation as a reliable engineering solutions provider since 2003.
Services
CNC Turning CNC Milling Metal Fabrication Prototypes CAD CAM Design
Details
  • Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
  • We have over 20 years' experience in precision engineering since 2003
  • We offer comprehensive CNC turning, milling and metal fabrication services
  • We work with 8+ materials including titanium, stainless steel and thermoset plastics
  • Our 4-axis CNC milling machines handle table sizes up to 1300mm
  • We provide complete project management from prototype to production
Services
CNC Turning
Our CNC turning services produce high-precision components with tight tolerances for industries requiring exact specifications. Using advanced machinery, we work with materials like aluminium, brass, copper, stainless steels, and titanium. This service supports both single prototypes and large batch production for demanding sectors including defence and medical applications.
CNC Milling
With 3 and 4-axis CNC milling capabilities, we handle complex machining projects using table sizes up to 1300mm. Our expertise covers steel alloys, plastics, and exotic materials like mother of pearl. This service supports precision component manufacturing for electronics, hydraulics, and structural applications across multiple industries.
Metal Fabrication
We provide complete metal fabrication solutions from small components to large structural assemblies. Our capabilities include design assistance, batch fixturing, and finishing through powder coating, galvanising, and anodising via trusted subcontractors. This service caters to one-off requirements and volume production in steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
Prototypes
Our prototyping service supports product development from initial concept through to finished components. With experience in tool design and multi-disciplinary project management, we help clients test ideas and transition to production. This includes reverse engineering and complete design solutions for various industry sectors.
CAD CAM Design
We offer in-house CAD/CAM design services that transform basic sketches into complete product designs. Our team provides design support for new products and reverse engineering of existing components. This service integrates with manufacturing processes to ensure seamless transition from design to physical production.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide CNC turning, milling, metal fabrication, prototyping, and CAD/CAM design services for industries including defence, medical, and construction sectors.
What materials can you work with?
We handle aluminium, brass, copper, stainless steels, titanium, thermoset plastics, and exotic materials like mother of pearl for precision engineering projects.
Do you handle both small and large production runs?
Yes, we support one-off prototypes through to batch production with dedicated project management for both short-run and volume manufacturing requirements.
How can I get a quotation?
Contact us via phone or email with your requirements for a no-obligation quotation from our Dorset-based engineering team.
What finishing options are available?
Through our subcontractor network, we offer powder coating, galvanising, shot blasting, chrome plating, and anodising for completed components.