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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

What a Fantastic Year it’s Been for APT

11.12.2018 - APT News

As 2018 draws to a close, APT look back on another successful year. As exciting investments were made in the latest machines, we increased productivity and improved our capabilities, allowing us to acquire new customers and therefore, invigorating projects. Here’s what we have achieved throughout 2018. Read more

Nick Baller - Managing Director at APT Leicester

APT’s First-Class CNC Milling Capabilities

18.07.2018 - CNC Milling

Respected worldwide for our expertise, APT exports CNC milled parts across the globe. We work with an extensive range of materials and have the knowledge to advise customers on the best design and grade of materials for their components. Find out how APT can help you. Read more

CNC Milled Security Components

APT’s Expertise to the Rescue

18.04.2018 - APT News | Turned Parts

APT has over 60 years’ experience in manufacturing precision turned and CNC machined parts. Last year we were approached to help solve manufacturing and delivery issues a new customer was persistently having – and we did. Read more

Turned part in copper for BH Tungsten Grinders

Subcontract Machining in Britain – With APT it’s Worth it

19.03.2018 - CNC Milling | Turned Parts

Competitive pricing, outstanding quality and guaranteed delivery. Choosing to re-shore your subcontract machining to APT is a no-brainer. This is why. Read more

APT Leicester factory building sign in Groby