Business Details
Your Trusted Precision Engineering Partner in Portsmouth
Fulcrum Manufacturing Ltd is a privately owned family business based in Portsmouth, Hampshire, dedicated to delivering high-precision engineering solutions. Established with a commitment to quality and trust, we invest continuously in advanced CNC machinery to handle complex manufacturing tasks across diverse materials. Our team of skilled engineers ensures meticulous attention to detail, supported by rigorous quality assurance protocols. As an AS/EN 9100-certified company, we uphold stringent industry standards, complemented by Cyber Essentials certification for cybersecurity.Our strategic partnerships with approved suppliers enable us to offer additional services like anodising, plating, and precision fabrications. With decades of collective experience, we prioritise flexibility, timely delivery, and customer satisfaction, serving industries requiring exacting standards in component manufacturing.
Services
CNC Machining
Precision Engineering
Assembly Services
Metal Analysis
Quality Assurance Testing
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in precision engineering in Portsmouth.
- Our AS/EN 9100 certification ensures adherence to aerospace and defence standards.
- Cyber Essentials certified for robust cybersecurity practices.
- Skilled engineers specialise in complex aluminium component machining.
- Guaranteed on-time delivery with rigorous quality assurance checks.
Associations and certifications
- AS/EN 9100
- Cyber Essentials
What people say
Excellent fit and finish
Quick quoting
Friendly workshop
High skill levels
No issues at all
Services
CNC Machining
Our CNC machining services utilise advanced 5-axis machinery to produce complex, high-tolerance components. With capabilities in aluminium and other materials, we ensure precision and repeatability. Clients benefit from reduced lead times and support for prototyping to full-scale production.
Quality Assurance Testing
We conduct rigorous quality assurance, including metal analysis with Nitron XL2 analyser and Leeb hardness testing. This ensures compliance with AS/EN 9100 standards, providing clients with certified materials and traceable documentation for critical applications.
Assembly Services
Our assembly services offer F.O.D.-free mechanical product assembly, including epoxy infill (potting). Skilled engineers handle both production runs and one-off prototypes, ensuring precision and adherence to client specifications for complex systems.
Metal Analysis
Using a Nitron XL2 980 GOLDD Alloy Analyser, we provide metal certification and checking services. This ensures material compliance and quality, supporting industries requiring verification of metal specifications for parts not manufactured by us.
Supplier Partnerships
Through vetted supplier networks, we offer additional services like anodising, plating, and heat treatments. This extends our capabilities to deliver comprehensive solutions, ensuring quality and compliance across all outsourced processes.
People
Matt Jeffries
Director
With over 15 years in precision engineering, Matt oversees strategic growth and operational excellence at Fulcrum Manufacturing, leveraging his expertise in CNC machining and quality management.
Sarah Aspey
Quality Manager
Sarah leads quality assurance, ensuring compliance with AS/EN 9100 standards. Her focus on continuous improvement and team training maintains Fulcrum's reputation for defect-free, high-specification components.
Gary Steere
Operations Manager
Gary manages day-to-day operations, optimising production workflows and resource allocation to meet tight deadlines while maintaining precision engineering standards.
Gene Mills
Facilities Manager
Gene ensures the maintenance and efficiency of Fulcrum's advanced machinery and workshop infrastructure, supporting seamless operations and technological upgrades.
Joe Jeffries
Production / Sales
Joe bridges production and client needs, offering tailored solutions and technical support to ensure customer satisfaction from quotation to delivery.
Questions
What precision engineering services do you offer?
We provide CNC machining, assembly, quality assurance, metal analysis, and supplier-managed treatments like anodising and plating.
Are you certified to industry standards?
Yes, we hold AS/EN 9100 certification for aerospace quality management and Cyber Essentials for cybersecurity compliance.
Can you handle complex aluminium component machining?
Our expertise includes challenging aluminium machining with tight tolerances, supported by advanced 5-axis CNC machinery.
Do you offer metal certification services?
Yes, using our Nitron XL2 analyser, we provide metal certification and checking for materials supplied by clients.
What quality assurance processes do you use?
We implement rigorous QA checks, including hardness testing, CMM inspection, and traceable documentation for all critical processes.
How do you ensure on-time delivery?
Our project management system and strategic supplier partnerships ensure timely delivery without compromising precision or quality.
