Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Precision CNC Machining Solutions
Established in 1982, DRN Engineering has built a reputation as a leading UK manufacturer of precision CNC turned parts and machined components. Our expertise spans over four decades, during which we have consistently invested in cutting-edge technology, including advanced CNC lathes and vertical machining centres. Specialising in stainless steels, aluminium, brass, and plastics, we serve diverse industries such as medical equipment, fire suppression systems, and optical instrumentation. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification underscores our commitment to quality, with documented procedures ratified by BSI Assurance UK. We combine dynamic management with 24-hour unmanned operations to deliver just-in-time solutions, ensuring reliability and cost efficiency for our clients.Our 7,000 sq ft facility houses 18 state-of-the-art machines, enabling us to handle batch sizes from 100 to 5,000 with precision. With a team of 21 experienced professionals, we prioritise individual responsibility for quality assurance at every production stage. Our strategic location near major UK transport links supports timely deliveries to European, American, and Far Eastern markets. We pride ourselves on scalability, reinvesting in new machinery to align capacity with customer demand. From small batches to large-scale contracts, our focus remains on precision, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Services
CNC Turning
Milling
Precision Components
Material Machining
Sub-Contract Machining
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We are ISO 9001 certified for quality management.
- We have over 40 years of manufacturing experience.
- We utilise state-of-the-art CNC technology.
- We offer 24-hour unmanned production capabilities.
- We provide just-in-time and Kanban delivery options.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
Services
CNC Turning
We specialise in CNC turning for components up to 65mm diameter, using advanced lathes with sub-spindle and driven tooling. Our capabilities include sliding head machines and magazine bar loading for efficiency. This service ensures high-precision parts for industries requiring tight tolerances and reliability.
Milling
Our milling services utilise vertical machining centres with BT 40 taper spindles, handling complex geometries up to 178mm chucking capacity. Seven-axis machines enable multi-operation processing, reducing costs and lead times. Ideal for aerospace, medical, and industrial clients needing intricate, high-quality components.
Precision Components
We produce precision components from stainless steel, aluminium, brass, and plastics like PEEK and Delrin. Materials include 303, 316 stainless steel, EN1A steel, and 6082T6 aluminium. Sub-contract services include anodising, nickel plating, and heat treatment to meet industry-specific requirements.
Material Machining
We machine a wide range of materials, including stainless steels (303, 304, 316), ferrous steels, aluminium alloys, brass, plastics, and aerospace-grade metals. Our expertise ensures optimal cutting parameters and surface finishes, tailored to client specifications for durability and performance.
Sub-Contract Machining
We offer sub-contract machining for batch sizes from 100 to 5,000, leveraging 18 CNC machines and automated bar loading. Services include turning, milling, drilling, and finishing, with traceability documentation. Clients benefit from cost savings through reduced setup times and single-operation processing.
Questions
What industries does DRN Engineering serve?
We supply precision components to medical equipment, fire suppression systems, air tools, food processing, optical instrumentation, and aerospace sectors.
What materials can DRN machine?
We work with stainless steels (303, 304, 316), aluminium alloys, brass, plastics (PEEK, Delrin), ferrous steels, and aerospace-grade metals.
Are DRN's services certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001 certifications for quality and environmental management systems.
What batch sizes does DRN handle?
We accommodate batches from 100 units to 5,000, using automated bar loading for efficiency.
Does DRN offer just-in-time delivery?
Yes, we provide just-in-time and Kanban delivery options to align with client production schedules.
Can DRN perform secondary operations?
We sub-contract anodising, nickel plating, heat treatment, and passivation to enhance component finishes.
