We are pleased to announce the addition of two state-of-the-art machines to our in-house operations: the Studer Favorit Cylindrical Grinder and the Markforged Mark Two 3D Printer. 

By bolstering our traditional machining capacity and our advanced additive manufacturing capabilities, we are now even better positioned to offer our customers greater flexibility, reduced lead times, and engineered solutions that meet the most demanding technical requirements.

These machines allow us to strengthen both sides of our operation high-precision machining for established production methods, and advanced composite 3D printing for rapid prototyping and functional, end-use components. Together, they reflect our ongoing drive to integrate the most advanced technology into our processes to ensure precision, repeatability, and efficiency across every project.

 

Studer Favorit Cylindrical Grinder

The Favorit is a CNC universal cylindrical grinding machine designed for both individual and batch production, handling short to long-sized workpieces with ease. With a distance between centres of 1,600mm (63”), a centre height of 175mm (6.9”), and a maximum workpiece weight of 150kg (330lbs), the machine broadens our production scope.

Built on the Granitan® S103 mineral-casting base, the machine offers exceptional stability and offsets short-term temperature fluctuations for consistently accurate results.

Key technical highlights include:

• Max spindle power: 11.5 kW
• Max revolutions: 3,200/min
• Max travel speed (X-axis): 15,000 mm/min
• Max travel speed (Z-axis): 20,000 mm/min

 

Markforged Mark Two 3D Printer

The Markforged Mark Two 3D Printer allows us to produce parts with aluminium-level strength directly from CAD data, cutting lead times and increasing design flexibility. By combining Onyx base material with continuous fibre reinforcement – including carbon fibre, fibreglass, HSHT fibreglass, and Kevlar – we can manufacture highly durable components suited to demanding conditions.

With the ability to integrate reinforcement during builds, the Mark Two makes it possible to create functional prototypes, production tooling, and low-volume end-use parts that perform under real-world loads.

This capability strengthens our support for clients by providing faster turnaround and engineered solutions that bridge the gap between prototype and production.

 

A Commitment to Innovation

The addition of these state-of-the-art machines reflects our commitment to combining precision, flexibility, and efficiency. By investing in the latest technology, we ensure that our customers continue to benefit from world-class machining solutions backed by advanced capability and expertise.

Contact our team to find out how our precision engineering capabilities and state-of-the-art machinery can benefit your business.