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A Guide to Machining Plastic Turned Parts

24.02.2021 - Materials | Turned Parts

APT offers precision machining for plastic turned parts and components. In this article, we’ll share why machined plastic is a versatile material for a range of parts, along with different types of materials, and how it can be used. Read more

Plastic nylon turning

The Importance of Precision in Engineering

03.12.2020 - CNC Milling | Turned Parts

Precision engineering has transformed the manufacturing industry, allowing us to design and create complex parts with exceptional accuracy. In this article, we look at the role of precision in engineering and what it really means. We also explore the advantages of being precise and why it makes such a difference for our customers. Read more

The importance of precision in engineering

How has APT Adapted During COVID-19?

16.09.2020 - APT News

Covid-19 has caused mass disruption to our lives, plans and businesses. In this article we’ll talk about the impact on manufacturing, how APT is managing the changes and what you can expect from us during the current situation. Read more

Covid 19 notice at APT

What is Reverse Engineering and How can it Help You?

10.02.2020 - Engineering | Turned Parts

Sometimes customers come to us with a part they want us to replicate. They don’t have the detailed drawings or spec we normally require, but they do have the existing component. In these cases we may be able to use reverse engineering to accurately recreate the part. Read more

Component Reverse Engineering

Why Brass is Good for Machining?

28.11.2019 - Materials | Turned Parts

What’s so special about brass? And why does APT specialise in manufacturing precision brass turned components? In this article we reveal why brass is one of the most widely used and versatile materials to work with and why it machines so well. Read more

Brass Turned Parts

Cycling and Recycling for The Environment

11.09.2019 - APT News | Environment

To further reduce our impact on the environment, APT has signed up to the government’s Cycle to Work Scheme. The move will help to cut fuel emissions and improve the health and wellness of our participating employees. Read more

APT Leicester cycle to work scheme

Bigger Bar Stock and Uncompromised Quality

09.07.2019 - APT News | Turned Parts

APT are to help more customers than ever before with the help of new, state-of-the-art fixed head lathes that have allowed APT to move up a bar stock. For the first time ever, we can offer precision turned parts of up to 65mm in diameter, as well as 300mm billet work. Read more

Bigger bar stock turned on Doosan Lynx

APT Leicester Sponsor Team Derby Motorsport

30.05.2019 - APT News | Motorsport

APT have always been dedicated to nurturing the engineering talents of young people across the East Midlands. Therefore, we’re delighted to be manufacturing aluminium suspension components to help lead Team Derby Motorsport to victory. Read more

Team Derby motorsport shirt

Andy Mears, 25 Years with APT Leicester

06.03.2019 - APT News

We want to acknowledge the long service of Andy, team leader of our sliding head section. He has been with us since the early 90s and we thank him for all his hard work over the years, read his full story. Read more

Andy Mears APT Leicester setter programmer team leader

APT’s Exceptional Precision Turned Parts Capabilities

15.01.2019 - Turned Parts

Globally respected for our excellent expertise, we’re continually investing in tooling and equipment in a bid to improve our production methods. Supported by an ongoing tooling maintenance program, our 24/7 lights-out capability allows us to work on the production of our parts through the night, improving our productivity. Find out how APT can help you. Read more

APT precision turned parts capabilities