Business Details
30 Years
experience
Precision CNC Machining Services in Oxfordshire
Established in 1996 by Managing Director Tony Cunnington, A C Precision Engineering has grown into a leading provider of precision engineering solutions. With over 25 years of combined expertise in CNC machining, our team operates from a 10,000 sq ft facility in Faringdon, Oxfordshire, serving diverse sectors including aerospace, medical technology, and motorsport. Our ISO9001:2015 certification underscores our commitment to quality, while continuous investment in advanced machinery ensures superior turnaround times. We specialise in prototyping and high-volume production using materials such as titanium, stainless steel, and advanced polymers. Our workforce, trained through recognised apprenticeships, delivers tailored solutions to meet exacting specifications.Clients benefit from our design-stage advisory services, which often enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Operating a UKAS-accredited quality management system, we utilise Mitutoyo CMM machines and comprehensive inspection protocols. Our client roster includes long-standing partnerships spanning the company's founding era. We prioritise rapid response times and technical innovation, leveraging CAD/CAM software like Autodesk and Hypermill. This combination of experience, technology, and client focus positions us as a trusted partner in precision manufacturing.
Services
CNC Milling
CNC Turning
EDM
5-Axis Milling
Precision Manufacturing
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years' combined experience in precision engineering
- ISO9001:2015-certified quality management system
- Investment in advanced 5-axis CNC machinery
- Skilled workforce with formal apprenticeship training
- Design-stage advisory services reducing production costs
Associations and certifications
- ISO9001:2015
Services
CNC Milling
Our CNC milling capabilities handle complex 3D surfaces using 12,000 RPM spindles and 4-axis rotary tables. We process aluminium, stainless steel, and exotic alloys for aerospace and medical components. With YCM and Bridgeport machining centres, we support both prototyping and high-volume production.
5-Axis Milling
Simultaneous 5-axis machining achieves intricate geometries on Deckel Maho DMU50 and Matsuura MX-330 systems. Our 15,000 RPM spindles enable precision cutting of titanium and inconel for motorsport applications. Automated pallet changers ensure continuous production of complex components.
CNC Turning
CNC turning facilities include Nomura sliding-head lathes for 26mm bar work and Doosan GT2100M for large-diameter components. We produce turned and milled parts with Y-axis capabilities, supporting both batch production and prototype development in various metals.
EDM
Wire and spark EDM services utilise Agie Charmilles systems for precision cutting of conductive materials. Our 4-axis wire eroders handle workpieces up to 1200x700mm, while spark erosion machines create complex cavities in tool steel and hardened materials.
Quality Inspection
Quality assurance employs Mitutoyo CMM machines with PC Demis software for dimensional verification. We provide certificate of conformance reports with material traceability, supporting client-specific inspection regimes across scientific and racing industries.
People
Tony Cunnington
Managing Director
With apprenticeship experience at UKAEA and leadership in Oxfordshire engineering firms, Tony founded A C Precision Engineering in 1996. He has driven 25+ years of growth through strategic machinery investments and quality system development.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialise in aerospace, medical technology, motorsport, cryogenics, and electronics sectors requiring precision-engineered components.
Are you ISO9001 certified?
Yes, our quality management system has been ISO9001-certified since 2003, most recently to ISO9001:2015 standard by Certification International (UK) Ltd.
What materials can you machine?
We work with aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, inconel, phosphor bronze, exotic alloys, and engineering plastics like PEEK and PTFE.
What is your typical lead time?
Lead times vary by complexity - contact us for specific project turnaround estimates with our rapid-response service.
Do you offer design assistance?
Yes, our team provides design-stage advisory services to optimise manufacturability and reduce production costs.
