Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Manufacturing Solutions
Established in 1996, we act as the multilingual European Export Sales function for UK manufacturing companies specialising in metal castings. Our customer base has grown steadily through recommendation, enabling us to represent UK manufacturers holding ISO/TS 9002:2016, ISO 9001:2015, or IATF 16949:2016 certifications. We focus on forging partnerships between customers and suppliers, offering expertise in sourcing precision components and sub-assemblies for automotive powertrain applications. Our team provides multilingual support in English, German, French, and Italian, ensuring seamless communication across markets. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in connecting European and global manufacturers with high-quality UK-based casting and forging suppliers.Our services extend to prototyping, development, and manufacturing of steel, iron, aluminium, brass, and copper components. We maintain strict adherence to quality standards while offering tailored solutions for high, medium, and low-volume production requirements. Our commitment to transparency and data protection ensures client information is handled securely under the UK Data Protection Act 1998. By acting as an extension of our clients' sales teams, we facilitate access to diverse industries across Europe. Our reputation for reliability and technical expertise has solidified our position as a trusted intermediary in the manufacturing sector.
Services
Metal Castings
Forgings
Supplier Sourcing
European Sales Representation
Precision Components
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in European manufacturing sales representation
- Our suppliers hold ISO/TS 9002:2016, ISO 9001:2015, and IATF 16949 certifications
- Multilingual team fluent in English, German, French, and Italian
- Specialise in connecting clients with UK-based casting and forging experts
- Proven track record of growth through client recommendations
Associations and certifications
- ISO/TS 9002:2016
- ISO 9001:2015
- IATF 16949:2016
Services
Metal Castings
We specialise in sourcing high-quality steel, iron, and alloy castings up to 65 tonnes. Our services cover sand castings, investment castings, and shell mouldings for industrial applications. Clients benefit from our network of ISO-certified UK manufacturers with expertise in large-scale production.
Forgings
Our forging solutions include steel, aluminium, brass, and copper components in various volumes. We connect clients with suppliers capable of full machining and precision engineering for automotive and industrial sectors. All partners maintain strict quality certifications for reliable output.
Supplier Sourcing
We identify optimal UK-based casting and forging suppliers for European and global clients. Our expertise ensures alignment with client requirements for material specifications, production volumes, and certification standards. This service reduces procurement time while guaranteeing quality compliance.
European Sales Representation
UK manufacturers gain extended sales capabilities through our dedicated team. We represent clients across European markets, introducing their capabilities to industries requiring precision components. This service includes multilingual support and market-specific sales strategies.
Precision Components
We facilitate production of precision-engineered components for automotive powertrain applications. Our network handles high and medium-volume runs with machining capabilities. Clients access advanced manufacturing processes including gravity die-casting and high-pressure die-casting technologies.
People
Benjamin Dills
Business Owner & Managing Director
With over 25 years in manufacturing sales, Benjamin leads Expocet's strategic direction. He established the company in 1996 and oversees its growth as a European sales intermediary for UK manufacturers.
Martin Thomas
Business Development Manager
Martin specialises in expanding client relationships across European markets. His expertise in manufacturing sales helps connect UK suppliers with international opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
Emmi Fisher
Internal Sales Administrator
Emmi manages client communications and order coordination. Her organisational skills ensure smooth interactions between manufacturers and international clients across multiple languages.
Corina Nuta
Business Development Executive
Corina focuses on identifying new partnership opportunities for UK manufacturers. She leverages multilingual capabilities to engage with European clients and understand their specific component requirements.
Sam Farrin
Business Development Executive
Sam works to strengthen Expocet's market presence by connecting manufacturers with appropriate sales channels. His knowledge of casting and forging applications supports effective client-supplier matching.
Questions
What manufacturing sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on automotive powertrain components and industrial applications requiring metal castings and forgings in steel, iron, aluminium, brass, and copper materials.
Which certifications do your suppliers hold?
All represented manufacturers maintain ISO 9001:2015, ISO/TS 9002:2016, or IATF 16949:2016 quality management system certifications for guaranteed production standards.
How do you assist international clients?
Our multilingual team provides sales representation in English, German, French, and Italian, helping European and global manufacturers source UK-based casting and forging solutions efficiently.
What production volumes can you accommodate?
We support low, medium, and high-volume production runs across various casting and forging processes, including sand casting, investment casting, and high-pressure die-casting technologies.
How do you ensure quality control?
We only represent manufacturers with established quality certifications and conduct regular assessments to maintain our standards for precision engineering and material specifications.
Can UK manufacturers join your network?
Yes, we welcome UK-based casting and forging companies seeking European market expansion. Prospective partners must demonstrate ISO certification and production capabilities matching our client requirements.
