High-precision CNC turned & milled parts from Dundee, Scotland. Serving aerospace, defence, oil & gas, medical and more — with sliding head bar capacity up to 42mm.
All parts manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards, with full traceability and inspection documentation.
ISO 9001:2015Our fleet of Star CNC sliding head lathes delivers exceptional precision across prototype to high-volume production runs.
State-of-the-art cylindrical measurement — complete 2D part scan in under 3 seconds for superior quality assurance.
Founded in 2014, A&C Precision Engineering Ltd has rapidly built a reputation as a first-class sub-contract supplier of finished components across a diverse range of industry sectors.
We manufacture any batch size — from prototype to high-volume production — utilising the very latest Star sliding head CNC machine tools, programming software, and state-of-the-art measurement equipment.
Materials we work with:
We combine decades of engineering knowledge with the very latest technology to deliver components that meet — and exceed — your exact requirements.
Every component manufactured under a rigorous quality management system. Full traceability, dimensional reporting and first-article inspection available.
From single prototype parts to high-volume production runs, our flexible capacity means we scale with your business needs — without compromise on quality.
Our Sylvac-Scan F60 delivers a complete 2D cylindrical scan in under 3 seconds, reducing inspection time and ensuring every part leaves to specification.
As a leading sliding head machine shop in Scotland, our Star CNC fleet handles bar up to 42mm with extreme accuracy and reduced cycle times.
Communication is paramount — from the first enquiry to final delivery. We keep you informed at every stage and build long-term partnerships based on trust.
Based in Dundee, we supply precision components to customers across the world — consistently on time and to specification.
Our experience spans the most exacting sectors where precision, traceability and on-time delivery are non-negotiable.
Submit your drawing or specification. We review and respond within 24 hours.
Detailed, competitive quote with lead time and material confirmation.
Production on our Star CNC fleet with full in-process quality checks.
Final CMM / Sylvac inspection, documentation pack, and on-time delivery.
Utilising the very latest machine tools, programming software and state-of-the-art measurement equipment, A&C Precision Engineering delivers solutions engineered with Experience, Precision & Excellence.
Our core capability — sliding head (Swiss-type) CNC turning with bar capacity up to 42mm. Ideal for long, slender components requiring exceptional dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
Any batch size, from single prototype to high-volume production, with the consistency your application demands.
Live tooling across our machine fleet enables milling, cross-drilling and complex profiling within a single set-up — reducing cost and improving geometric accuracy.
We machine a wide range of engineering materials to suit the most demanding applications:
Our latest investment — the Sylvac-Scan F60 measures the most demanding cylindrical parts with superior image processing, speed and quality.
All work is carried out to ISO 9001:2015 standards. Our full quality management system ensures first-article inspection, in-process checks and full dimensional reporting are available on request.
A fleet of Star Sliding Head CNC lathes, fully equipped with live tooling, high-pressure coolant, fire suppression and sub-spindle capability — delivering precision at pace.
CNC Sliding Head Lathes — also known as Swiss Auto lathes — were originally developed for producing high-precision watch components. As a modern computer-controlled machine tool, the sliding head lathe performs machining operations with extreme geometric accuracy.
Unlike conventional lathes where the tool moves around a stationary workpiece, sliding head lathes allow the workpiece to move in the Z-axis while the tool remains stationary. The result: superior precision, tighter tolerances and significantly faster cycle times — particularly for long, slender parts.
Founded in 2014, A&C Precision Engineering has made substantial investment in people, equipment, systems and technology across our 7,500 sq ft factory in Dundee.
Walk through our factory floor virtually using the Google Street View embed below. You can look around the machine shop and see our CNC equipment in context.
Our factory houses a fleet of Star CNC sliding head machines alongside comprehensive inspection and support equipment.
Every machine is equipped with Nobel or Firetrace fire suppression and Absolent mist filtration systems, protecting our people and environment.
We constantly invest in new plant, equipment and technology to meet — and exceed — our customers' evolving requirements.
Experienced engineers and manufacturing professionals dedicated to delivering precision, quality and exceptional customer service.
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the company, whilst dealing with customer enquiries.
A time-served mechanical engineer with over 30 years' experience in the sub-contract industry. Alan has held various roles including CNC sliding head setter/programmer, manufacture engineer, and apprentice assessor/trainer. A qualified apprentice assessor.
Working alongside Alan and the team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, with a focus on production and efficiency.
Started his career as a trainee sliding head machinist at Bonspiel Engineering, Dundee — progressing through shop floor supervisor to Production Engineer before co-founding A&C Precision Engineering with Alan Ramsay. A CNC machinist at heart who has built a successful engineering business over the last decade.
Ensuring quality management systems and standards are maintained across all production activity.
Spent his entire career in engineering and manufacturing across SME to global factory environments. Holds an HND in Engineering and a workplace Degree in Management. Trained in PRINCE2, Risk Assessment, VAVE, Internal Auditing, Lean / Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement methodologies (5S, HSE, 5 Why, Ishikawa, A3) and RCCA.
Day-to-day machine scheduling, programming, setting, apprentice training, maintenance and tooling procurement.
Served time across milling, turning, fabrication and machinery building before specialising in sliding head machines. Over 20 years' experience on sliding head CNC equipment, bringing a wealth of practical knowledge to the production floor every day.
A good customer service is every bit as important as on-time delivery and quality. We pride ourselves on clear, consistent communication at every stage.
Our expertise is in sub-contract manufacturing. Through this, we produce high-quality, fast-turnaround components used by international businesses across defence, aerospace, automotive, energy, medical device manufacturing, oil & gas and electronics.
The goal of A&C Precision Engineering Ltd is to provide, at all times, a level of workmanship and service that consistently meets or exceeds the level of customer satisfaction required.
Our objective is to satisfy existing customers and attract new ones by building and maintaining our reputation for quality workmanship. We are committed to responding to demands and are focused entirely on the needs and requirements of the customer.
Both customers and suppliers are seen as partners in a mutually beneficial business venture. We have built long-term relationships based on trust and will continue to do so by developing our expert knowledge, improving our people, systems, processes and facilities.
Ready to discuss your requirements? We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
A selection of images from our factory floor and precision components — showcasing our machinery, processes and the quality of our work.
Send us your drawings or specifications and we will respond within 24 hours with a detailed quotation and lead time.
Unit 1 Manhattan Business Park
Dundonald Street
Dundee, DD3 7PY
Scotland, GB
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm