Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Steel Fabrication & Structural Engineering Solutions
Laddingford Engineering has been delivering exceptional engineering solutions for nearly five decades. Established through the 1991 merger of T.L. Newman Ltd and Roger Finn Engineering & Fabrication, our combined expertise spans over 50 years. As a family-owned business, we prioritise quality, reliability, and innovation in every project. Our comprehensive services include architectural fabrications, structural steelwork, mezzanine floors, and security bollards, supported by advanced 3D CAD design capabilities. With a dedicated team of professionals, we maintain rigorous safety and quality standards, including BCGA-CP-7 certification and BS EN287-1-2011 welding certification.Our commitment to excellence has earned us long-standing client relationships and a reputation for meeting challenging delivery expectations. We combine hands-on workshop experience with cutting-edge technology to provide value-added solutions across agricultural, commercial, and industrial sectors. Our team's continuous professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of engineering fabrication advancements. Clients consistently praise our competitive pricing, clear communication, and ability to deliver complex projects on time without compromising quality.
Services
Architectural Fabrications
Balustrade & Railings
Mezzanine Floors
Non-Ferrous Fabrications
Security Bollards
Structural Steelwork
Flood Gates
Special Fabrications
Sheet Metal Fabrications
Agricultural Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years combined engineering expertise through generational family leadership
- Our dedicated draughtsman brings hands-on fabrication knowledge to 3D design processes
- We maintain rigorous welding certification to BS EN287-1-2011 standards
- Our team delivers complex projects with proven on-time performance
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with GRAITEC BIM structural design technology
Associations and certifications
- BCGA-CP-7
- BS EN287-1-2011
What people say
Impressed with the quality
Great service
Professionalism and attention to detail
Competitively priced
Delivered on time
Services
Architectural Fabrications
Precision-engineered architectural metalwork solutions including balustrades, railings, and decorative steel elements. Our team combines aesthetic design requirements with structural integrity, using advanced fabrication techniques to create bespoke installations for commercial and residential properties across Kent and the South East.
Mezzanine Floors
Custom-designed steel mezzanine flooring systems for commercial and industrial spaces. We provide structural calculations, fabrication, and installation of multi-level storage solutions and workspace platforms, ensuring compliance with all relevant building regulations while optimising space utilisation for our clients' operational needs.
Non-Ferrous Fabrications
Specialist fabrication of non-ferrous metal components including bronze, brass, and aluminium structures. Our workshop facilities handle complex projects requiring corrosion-resistant materials for marine, chemical processing, and specialist architectural applications, maintaining strict quality control throughout the manufacturing process.
Structural Steelwork
Comprehensive structural steel fabrication and erection services for commercial buildings and industrial facilities. From initial design consultation through to delivery, we create robust steel frameworks using GRAITEC BIM software, ensuring dimensional accuracy and compliance with current structural engineering standards.
Security Bollards
Manufacture and installation of high-security bollard systems for vehicle access control and perimeter protection. Our solutions include fixed, removable, and automated bollards designed to meet specific security requirements while maintaining aesthetic integration with surrounding environments, fabricated to withstand rigorous operational demands.
People
Roger Finn
Founder
Established Laddingford Engineering in 1991 through strategic merger, bringing extensive agricultural engineering expertise. Pioneered the company's commitment to quality fabrication before retiring in 2009.
David Finn
Managing Director
Joined the company in 1985, completed City & Guilds apprenticeship, and introduced 3D CAD design systems in 2006. Acquired the business from his father in 2009, driving technological advancements while maintaining core values.
Tony Munn
Draughtsman
Workshop-trained draughtsman since 1994, transitioned to technical design in 2009. Combines practical fabrication experience with digital design expertise to optimise engineering solutions using GRAITEC BIM software.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We work across agricultural, commercial, industrial, and architectural sectors providing tailored metal fabrication solutions.
Are you equipped for complex engineering projects?
Yes, our GRAITEC BIM software and 50-year expertise handle complex structural requirements with precision.
Do you handle one-off fabrication requests?
We specialise in both batch production and unique custom fabrications to meet diverse client needs.
What quality standards do you maintain?
We hold BCGA-CP-7 safety certification and BS EN287-1-2011 welding certification for assured quality.
Can you manage projects from design to installation?
Our full-service approach covers design consultation, fabrication, and complete installation processes.
How do you ensure timely delivery?
Proven project management systems and experienced teams consistently meet agreed deadlines without compromising quality.
