Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Engineering Solutions in Portsmouth
Established in 1969, DKW Engineering has built a reputation as a trusted provider of precision engineering solutions. Our expertise lies in delivering high-quality machined components using advanced CNC technologies, serving critical industries such as medical, aerospace, and renewable energy. With certifications to AS9100D and BS EN ISO 9001:2015, we ensure rigorous quality control across every stage of production, from prototyping to large-scale manufacturing. Our investment in cutting-edge machinery, including 5-axis milling and sliding head lathes, enables us to meet exacting tolerances and complex specifications. We prioritise innovation through initiatives like Kanban stocking and rapid prototyping, ensuring efficient supply chain integration for clients.Our team of skilled engineers combines decades of experience with ongoing training to maintain technical excellence. Sustainability is central to our operations, demonstrated through energy-efficient practices and renewable energy adoption. By focusing on collaborative partnerships, we deliver tailored solutions that align with client-specific requirements. Our global reach is supported by a commitment to confidentiality and intellectual property protection. This combination of heritage, technical capability, and forward-thinking practices positions us as a preferred partner for safety-critical components.
Services
CNC Machining
Precision Engineering
5-Axis Milling
Sliding Head Turning
Prototype Manufacturing
Assembly Services
Quality Inspection
Kanban Stocking
Metal Fabrication
Surface Finishing
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in precision engineering since 1969
- Our ISO 9001 and AS9100D certifications ensure rigorous quality control
- We operate 25+ CNC machines including 5-axis and sliding head technologies
- We offer 24-hour prototype turnaround for urgent requirements
- Our Kanban stocking system ensures efficient just-in-time delivery
Associations and certifications
- AS9100D
- BS EN ISO 9001:2015
Services
CNC Machining
Our CNC machining services utilise advanced horizontal, vertical, and 5-axis milling centres to produce complex components with tolerances down to 0.005mm. We handle materials including stainless steel, aluminium, and exotic alloys for aerospace and medical applications. With over 250,000 annual machine hours, we support both prototyping and high-volume production runs.
Sliding Head Turning
Specialising in sliding head lathe operations, we manufacture precision-turned parts up to 42mm diameter using Star and CNC machines. Our capabilities include multi-axis machining with sub-spindles and driven tools, achieving tolerances of 0.01mm. This technology enables single-setup production of complex geometries for hydraulic and medical components.
Quality Assurance
Our temperature-controlled inspection department employs coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and optical profile projectors to verify dimensional accuracy. Certified to AS9100D and ISO 9001 standards, we provide full traceability and first-article inspection reports. Non-contact laser measurement systems ensure precise verification of critical features.
Surface Finishing
We offer vibratory finishing processes using Rosler equipment to achieve surface treatments from 0.02m Ra to custom textures. This includes deburring, polishing, and edge radiusing for aerospace and marine components. The process accommodates both metallic and delicate parts with automated media separation systems.
Kanban Stocking
Our Kanban stocking system provides just-in-time delivery solutions with line-side inventory control. This reduces client storage requirements while maintaining guaranteed stock availability. The system integrates with customer procurement processes through automated replenishment triggers and real-time stock monitoring.
Questions
What industries do DKW Engineering serve?
We supply precision components to medical, aerospace, renewable energy, hydraulics, and marine sectors, with specialist expertise in safety-critical applications.
What materials can they machine?
We work with stainless steel (including 17-4PH and 316 grades), aluminium, exotic alloys, and precious metals like silver and gold for specialist components.
What quality certifications do they hold?
We maintain AS9100D for aerospace quality management and BS EN ISO 9001:2015 for general quality systems, with documented process controls.
What is their prototyping capability?
We offer rapid prototyping with 24-hour turnaround for low-volume parts, using the same production machines to ensure specification accuracy.
Do they provide global delivery?
Yes, we have international logistics partnerships to support global clients while maintaining UK-based manufacturing control.
What finishing processes are available?
We provide vibratory finishing, bead blasting, anodising, and polishing, with controlled surface finishes down to ±0.02mm tolerances.
