Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Basingstoke
Ripley Engineering is a privately-owned engineering company based in Basingstoke with over 50 years of expertise in precision manufacturing. We specialise in laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and electro-mechanical assembly, serving industries such as refrigeration, medical, and telecommunications. Our mission is to exceed customer expectations through quality goods and services, supported by modern facilities and a skilled workforce. Established in 1962, we operate from a central southern England location and deliver nationwide using our fleet or partners. Our technical capabilities include metal cabinets, enclosures, and acoustic housings, alongside general sheet metal components.We invest continuously in technology while retaining manual skills for flexibility. Our services are complemented by design assistance, prototyping, and spare parts management. With a focus on reliability and customer-centric solutions, we have become a trusted UK supplier of engineered products. Our team works closely with clients to enhance product functionality and cost-effectiveness. This long-standing commitment to excellence ensures we meet diverse industry demands efficiently.
Services
Laser Cutting
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Powder Coating
Electro-Mechanical Assembly
Design Assistance
Bespoke Products
Standard Products
Refrigeration Components
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in precision sheet metal fabrication.
- Our in-house services reduce logistical waste and lead times.
- Modern facilities include automated laser cutting and CNC equipment.
- We deliver nationwide using our own fleet or haulage partners.
- Our design assistance optimises product functionality and cost-effectiveness.
Services
Sheet Metal Fabrication
We offer comprehensive sheet metal fabrication using CNC and robotic equipment for precision. Our capabilities include laser cutting, bending, welding, and assembly for industries like medical and telecommunications. Clients benefit from batch flexibility, from single components to large volumes.
Laser Cutting
Our laser cutting service handles mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium up to 25mm thickness. Using Radan software, we process 3D models or sketches for accurate, efficient results. Maximum sheet size is 1500x3000mm for custom components.
Powder Coating
We provide durable powder coating finishes in gloss, matte, or textured options. Our process includes pre-treatment and 100% quality inspection. We handle items up to 3.1m in length with a range of colours and protective coatings.
Electro-Mechanical Assembly
Our assembly service combines mechanical and electrical components under one roof. We support prototyping, JIT stockholding, and spare parts management. This integrated approach reduces lead times and logistical complexity for clients.
Design Assistance
We offer technical design input using AutoDesk and Radan software to optimise product functionality. Our team works with client drawings or 3D models to improve durability and cost-efficiency during the development phase.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We support refrigeration, air conditioning, medical, telecommunications, and general engineering sectors with custom metal components and assemblies.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, our facilities accommodate large workpieces up to 3m in length and batch sizes from single units to thousands.
Do you offer nationwide delivery?
We deliver across the UK using our own fleet or trusted haulage partners, including specialist HIAB services when needed.
What materials do you work with?
We process mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, and non-metallic materials for diverse application requirements.
How do you ensure quality?
Our quality process includes pre-treatment inspection, 100% visual checks post-coating, and adherence to industry standards during fabrication.
Can you assist with product design?
Yes, our engineers provide design optimisation using CAD software to improve functionality, durability, and cost-efficiency.
