Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Frome, Somerset
Established in May 2004, Apex Engineering has built an exceptional reputation as a specialist engineering company serving clients across the South West of England. Our Frome-based workshops deliver tailored engineering solutions, combining technical expertise with hands-on problem-solving to address unique client challenges. With capabilities spanning machine design, automation systems, and material handling equipment, we manage projects from initial concept through to manufacture and installation. Our team's 30+ years of collective experience in control systems ensures seamless integration of electrical and mechanical components.We prioritise quality control throughout production processes, offering retrofitting services and LOLER inspections to extend equipment lifespans. Client testimonials highlight our reliability in delivering bespoke machinery on time and budget, with ongoing support for production optimisation. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through recent investments in advanced CNC machining capabilities.
Services
Machine Design
Automation Systems
Fabrication
Material Handling
Control Systems
Retrofitting
Sheet Metalwork
Bespoke Components
LOLER Inspections
Assembly Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of in-house control system expertise
- Our complete project lifecycle management ensures quality control
- Bespoke machinery designed specifically for your operational needs
- LOLER-compliant inspection and certification services available
- Retrofitting solutions extend equipment lifespan while improving efficiency
What people say
On time and budget
Professional and exemplary service
Quick response
Reliable production equipment
Hands on personal approach
Services
Machine Design
Our engineering team creates tailored machine designs from initial concept to final installation. Using advanced CAD software, we develop precision solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing production lines. Clients benefit from our comprehensive approach that combines mechanical and electrical engineering expertise to deliver optimised manufacturing equipment.
Automation Systems
We design and implement complete automation solutions incorporating PLC programming and multi-axis servo systems. With 30+ years of panel building experience, our engineers integrate components from major manufacturers to create reliable control systems. This includes retrofitting obsolete machinery with modern technology to improve production efficiency and reliability.
Material Handling
Our bespoke material handling solutions include lifting beams, handling equipment, and custom-designed systems. We conduct LOLER-compliant inspections and modifications to ensure safety compliance. Each solution is developed through collaborative design reviews to match specific operational requirements while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Fabrication
Our in-house fabrication capabilities cover carbon steels, aluminium, and specialist alloys like Inconel. We offer complete sheet metalworking services including pressing, guillotining, and punching. Quality control is maintained throughout the production process, from initial fabrication through to final assembly and testing of components.
Bespoke Components
We manufacture specialist components tailored to unique machinery requirements. Our engineers work closely with client development teams to create prototype parts and improve existing designs. This service includes reverse-engineering obsolete components and producing cost-effective replacements with reduced lead times compared to original manufacturers.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialise in?
We specialise in machine design, automation systems, material handling equipment, and bespoke component manufacturing. Our services cover the complete project lifecycle from concept development to final installation.
Do you provide maintenance and inspection services?
Yes, we offer LOLER-compliant inspections and certification for lifting equipment, along with retrofitting services to modernise existing machinery and extend equipment lifespan.
Can you handle urgent repair requirements?
Our experienced engineers respond quickly to machinery breakdowns, offering emergency repairs and replacement components to minimise production downtime while maintaining quality standards.
What materials can you work with?
Our fabrication capabilities include carbon steels, aluminium, and specialist alloys such as 304/316 stainless steels, Nimonic and Inconel, with full in-house sheet metalworking facilities.
Are you able to support large-scale production?
Yes, our facilities handle both single-item bespoke projects and batch production requirements, with dedicated assembly and machine shop capacity for complex manufacturing operations.
