Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Engineering Experts in Draycott
Croft Engineering has been a leader in precision engineering for over six decades, specialising in low-volume, high-precision components for demanding sectors. Our expertise spans aerospace, motorsport, energy, and defence industries, supported by AS9100 Rev D and ISO9001 accreditations. With 35+ skilled employees and 70+ advanced machining units, we deliver complex engineering solutions from prototype development to full component manufacture. Our team's technical proficiency ensures adherence to the strictest tolerances, serving global clients including Rolls-Royce and Formula 1 teams.We combine responsive engineering practices with in-house fabrication, turning, milling, and grinding capabilities to meet exacting specifications. Client testimonials highlight our reliability in meeting deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality standards across critical tooling and top-level parts. Our strategic location near East Midlands Airport facilitates efficient logistics for international projects.
Services
Aerospace Engineering
Motorsport Components
Energy Sector Engineering
Defence Engineering
CNC Turning
Precision Grinding
In-house Fabrication
CNC Milling
Prototype Development
Component Manufacture
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- 60+ years' experience in precision engineering
- AS9100 Rev D and ISO9001 certified quality systems
- In-house machining, fabrication, and grinding capabilities
- Responsive engineering for prototype through to production
- Proven reliability with global industry leaders
Associations and certifications
- AS9100 Rev D
- ISO9001
- Rolls-Royce Approved Supplier
What people say
Outstanding supplier
Exceptionally high quality
Professional and resolute
Right first time delivery
Complex requirements fulfilled
Services
Aerospace Engineering
We engineer precision aerospace components from prototyping through to sensitive engine parts manufacture. Our AS9100 Rev D accredited processes support FCAS program requirements with remanufacturing capabilities for legacy aircraft systems. Clients benefit from our expertise in airframe components using multiple alloys and our status as Rolls-Royce approved suppliers.
Motorsport Components
Our motorsport engineering covers Formula 1 build-to-print components through classic car part remanufacturing. We produce high-temperature brake systems, gearboxes, and suspension components meeting international racing series specifications. The service extends to both low-volume precision parts and higher-volume specialist production for global racing teams.
Energy Sector Engineering
We manufacture components for nuclear, oil & gas, wind, and solar power generation. Our ISO9001-certified processes create durable parts including coolant pumps, wind turbine components, and pipeline systems. The service supports both renewable and non-renewable energy projects with build-to-print and prototype solutions.
CNC Turning
Our CNC turning service utilises multi-axis lathes for accurate material removal. Capable of handling complex geometries with tight tolerances, this service supports aerospace and motorsport sectors through high-precision shafts, bushings, and rotational components using advanced programming and tooling systems.
Precision Grinding
We provide in-house precision grinding to tolerances of 0.0001 inches. This service covers cylindrical, surface, internal, and ring grinding applications for metal components requiring exceptional dimensional accuracy and surface finish quality across aerospace, energy, and motorsport sectors.
Questions
What industries does Croft Engineering serve?
We specialise in aerospace, motorsport, energy, and defence sectors with precision engineering solutions.
Are your engineering processes certified?
We hold AS9100 Rev D (aerospace) and ISO9001 (general) quality management certifications.
Can you handle complex prototype projects?
Our engineers specialise in responsive prototyping from concept through to production components.
Do you work with international clients?
We support global projects with manufacturing partners across Europe and beyond.
What machining capabilities do you have?
We operate 70+ machines including CNC turning, milling, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
