Our Machining History
Trusted UK Leaders in Precision Engineering and Heavy Engineering
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About WEC Group
With over 1,100 employees and 760,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space across 10 sites in Lancashire, Merseyside, Yorkshire, Dorset and the West Midlands, WEC Group is one of the UK’s largest fabrication and engineering companies.
Made up of 15 specialist businesses, we operate across a wide range of industries including aerospace and defence, oil and gas, nuclear, mining and automotive, providing comprehensive subcontract engineering and metalworking solutions to meet a diverse range of requirements.
History
WEC Group’s origins were modest, beginning as a two-person operation in Darwen, Lancashire in 1979. Through hard work, engineering expertise, and continuous reinvestment in the latest technology, we have grown over the past 45+ years into one of the largest contract manufacturing companies in Europe.
Our Values
At WEC, our core values shape our identity and guide everything we do. We are committed to integrity, ensuring ethical and transparent practices across all areas of the business. Excellence sits at the centre of our approach, as we continually aim to exceed client expectations.
We promote a positive, collaborative culture that encourages learning, innovation, and development at every level. Teamwork plays a key role in our success, strengthening creativity and supporting strong performance across projects. Above all, safety remains our highest priority, ensuring a secure and efficient working environment for all employees.
These principles are reflected throughout our apprenticeships, skilled workforce, and management teams, underpinning every stage of our fabrication and engineering work.
Why WEC?
We provide a comprehensive in-house manufacturing service, covering every stage from initial concept and design through to precision fabrication and expert installation.
Our specialist team of skilled professionals is focused on delivering high-quality, bespoke metalwork solutions that meet exact client specifications and project requirements.
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FAQs
CNC stands for Computer Numerical Control. It refers to the automated control of machining tools and equipment using computer-generated instructions.
CNC technology enables manufacturers to produce complex components with high levels of precision, consistency, and efficiency. At WEC Machining, we use advanced CNC machinery and programming techniques to deliver precision-engineered components that meet the exact requirements of our customers.
CNC turning is a precision machining process used to manufacture cylindrical and rotational components. During the process, the workpiece rotates while a cutting tool removes material to create the required shape, dimensions, and finish.
At WEC Machining, we provide high-precision CNC turning services using advanced machinery capable of producing everything from simple shafts and pins to complex, high-tolerance components.
CNC milling is a machining process that uses computer-controlled rotating cutting tools to remove material from a fixed workpiece. This allows complex shapes, features, holes, slots, and surfaces to be produced with exceptional accuracy.
WEC Machining offers comprehensive CNC milling services for both prototype and production projects. Our state-of-the-art milling centres enable us to manufacture complex components to exact specifications.
CNC programming is the process of creating the digital instructions that control a CNC machine’s movements, speeds, tool changes, and machining operations. These instructions ensure components are manufactured accurately and efficiently according to the required design.
A CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine works by following a pre-programmed set of instructions that control the movement of cutting tools and machinery. These instructions direct the machine to perform precise machining operations such as cutting, drilling, milling, and turning with minimal manual intervention.
WEC Machining utilises advanced CNC technology to manufacture high-quality components with exceptional accuracy and repeatability.
Large Machining Sectors
Specialising in large-scale and batch production machining, WEC Machining supplies precision-engineered components to industries including Offshore, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Chemical, and Food Processing. Our advanced CNC machining technologies and skilled engineers ensure exceptional accuracy, consistency, and long-term performance.
