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OUR SERVICES

Built around
how you manufacture.

Six core services. One coordinated design team.

ENGINEERING PRECISION ◆ MANUFACTURING FOCUS
ENGINEERING SERVICES

The right expertise, when you need it.

Every deliverable is developed with the real manufacturing workflow in mind.

Joinery & custom furniture
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Joinery & custom furniture

Detailed cabinet systems and custom-built furniture, designed to be made.

  • Cabinetry & shop drawings
  • Bespoke furniture systems
  • Cut lists & hardware schedules
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CAM, tooling & 3D printing
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CAM, tooling & 3D printing

Production-focused modeling for machining, tooling, molds and additive.

  • CAM-ready models
  • Tooling & custom mold design
  • 3D printing & CNC preparation
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FAQ / CAD SERVICES

Frequently asked questions.

Practical answers before you share files, request a quotation or release drawings.

Which CAD software and file formats can you work with?

The right format depends on the project. Common deliverables can include native editable CAD files, neutral STEP files, 2D PDF drawings, DXF flat patterns and bills of materials. We confirm compatibility and file ownership before work starts.

What information do you need to quote a CAD design project?

Share a short description, photographs or references, known dimensions, materials, intended manufacturing process, required files and target deadline. Any tolerances or design rules supplied by your shop are especially useful.

Can you convert STL meshes or 3D scans into editable CAD?

Yes, depending on scan quality and the geometry involved. We first assess the mesh or point cloud, identify which surfaces and dimensions need reconstruction, and agree whether a reference model or fully parametric CAD model is required.

Can you produce sheet-metal flat patterns and DXF files?

Sheet-metal projects can include formed 3D models, flat patterns and laser-cut DXF files. Material thickness, bend radius, tooling limitations, grain direction and the fabricator’s bend rules should be checked before release.

Are your manufacturing drawings ready to use without a review?

Drawings can be prepared for production, but the responsible manufacturer or engineer must confirm critical dimensions, tolerances, safety requirements, code compliance and shop-specific processes before manufacture.

Can you work with engineering standards used in different countries?

Project documentation can be aligned with standards specified by the customer. The applicable code edition, scope of design responsibility and any required professional review or certification must be established at the outset.

How do revisions and project handover work?

We can organise files with drawing numbers, a BOM where relevant, and revision notes so changes can be tracked. Before handover, we agree the naming convention, deliverables, approval steps and whether ongoing revision support is needed.

Can you help with a recurring workload or a dedicated CAD resource?

We can discuss an ongoing CAD support arrangement alongside individual projects. Start by sharing the expected monthly workload, CAD platform, overlap hours and review process so the scope can be assessed.

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Have something
in mind? Let’s build it.

Tell us what you are making. We will help shape the engineering work around it.

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