Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Precision Engineering Partner in Stroud
Established in 1971, Nortim Precision Engineering is a family-run business rooted in Stroud, Gloucestershire, with over five decades of expertise in precision machining. Our hands-on engineering experience spans single prototypes to batch production, serving industries such as Oil & Gas, Automotive, Medical, and Nuclear. Backed by ISO 9001 accreditation and UKAS approval, we combine advanced CNC technology with rigorous quality protocols to deliver components meeting exacting standards. Our team of skilled engineers, many with decades of experience, ensures rapid lead times, competitive pricing, and unwavering customer service. We specialise in complex parts requiring tight tolerances and fine finishes, working with materials like stainless steel, aluminium, Inconel, and engineering plastics.Beyond machining, we offer assembly and sub-assembly services, providing end-to-end manufacturing solutions tailored to client needs. Our family-run ethos ensures agility and personal service while maintaining the professionalism expected by global manufacturers. With a history of continuous investment in technology, including recent acquisitions of advanced CNC machinery, we remain committed to precision, dependability, and long-term partnerships. Our quality systems guarantee traceability and compliance for regulated sectors, ensuring every component reflects our reputation for excellence. Trusted by industry leaders worldwide, we aim to be your first choice for precision-engineered components.
Services
CNC Milling
CNC Turning
Sub-Contract Machining
Assembly Services
Precision Machining
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in precision engineering for global industries.
- Our ISO 9001 certification ensures rigorous quality control and traceability.
- We utilise advanced CNC machinery for complex, high-tolerance components.
- Our flexible approach adapts to prototyping and production batch requirements.
- We maintain transparent communication and rapid turnaround times for clients.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- UKAS
What people say
Superb service
Exceeding expectations
Dedication
Dependable parts
Rapid turnaround
Services
CNC Milling
Our CNC milling services utilise advanced machinery to produce complex, high-precision components with tolerances as tight as 0.03mm. We work with metals like stainless steel, aluminium, and Inconel, as well as engineering plastics such as PEEK. Ideal for industries requiring intricate parts, our milling capabilities support batch production and prototyping, ensuring consistency and reliability for sectors like Aerospace and Medical.
CNC Turning
Specialising in CNC turning, we manufacture precision-turned components up to 300mm in diameter, using materials including carbon steel, titanium, and phosphor bronze. Our lathes enable tight tolerances and fine surface finishes, catering to industries like Oil & Gas and Automotive. With capacities for both small and medium batches, we ensure rapid turnaround without compromising quality or traceability.
Sub-Contract Machining
We provide end-to-end sub-contract machining solutions, from prototyping to full-scale production, tailored to client specifications. Our services include material sourcing, precision machining, and assembly, with full documentation for regulated sectors. Trusted by global clients, we ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and deliver components meeting exact performance and safety requirements.
Assembly Services
Our assembly services integrate precision-machined components into complete systems, supporting industries requiring customised solutions. We handle sub-assembly and full assembly processes, ensuring compatibility and functionality. With expertise in sectors like Medical and Electronics, we provide quality-checked, ready-to-deploy products, reducing client lead times and supply chain complexity.
Precision Machining
Precision machining is at our core, delivering components with exceptional accuracy for demanding applications. Using modern CNC technology and traditional craftsmanship, we produce parts for Nuclear, Pharmaceutical, and Automotive sectors. Our processes include wire erosion and surface grinding, ensuring adherence to strict tolerances and finishes, backed by UKAS-approved quality systems.
People
Tony Powell
Owner
Tony Powell acquired Nortim in 2004, driving its expansion through strategic investments in advanced CNC machinery and apprenticeships. With decades of industry experience, he has strengthened the company's reputation for precision engineering and client-focused solutions.
Questions
What industries do Nortim serve?
We serve Oil & Gas, Automotive, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Nuclear, Electronics, and other precision-dependent sectors globally.
Are Nortim's services ISO-certified?
Yes, we are ISO 9001 accredited with UKAS-approved quality systems for traceability and compliance.
What materials can Nortim machine?
We work with stainless steel, aluminium, Inconel, titanium, engineering plastics like PEEK, and more.
Do Nortim handle complex or custom parts?
Yes, we specialise in complex components with tight tolerances, including multi-axis machining and wire erosion.
What is Nortim's production capacity?
We handle prototyping to medium-batch production, with rapid lead times and flexible scaling options.
