Latest Blogs

5 Minutes with Jon Rowe, Our New Managing Director

May | 2025 We’re pleased to welcome Jon Rowe as the new Managing Director of The Shearline Group

Understanding ISO Certifications in Manufacturing and What They Mean for You

Apr | 2025 When you’re choosing a manufacturing partner, ISO certifications often come up, but what do they really mean for you as a customer? In this blog, we’ll break down the key certifications you’re likely to see in precision manufacturing and explain why they matter when it comes to quality, reliability, and trust.

2025 Customer Survey: Your Feedback in Action

Mar | 2025 We know that getting precision manufacturing right isn’t just about making parts to spec - it’s about service, reliability, and making your life easier. That’s why we asked for your feedback in our latest customer survey.

Top Design Tips for Manufacturability in Precision Engineering

Feb | 2025 When designing parts for precision manufacturing, it’s not just about how something looks on paper - it’s about how well that design translates into a final, high-quality product.

The Advantage of Working with a Manufacturing Partner That Does It All

Nov | 2024 In today’s competitive landscape, businesses across industries are under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality products faster and more efficiently.

What makes Shearline Precision Engineering stand out in a competitive global market.

Aug | 2024 In today's fast-paced global market, the allure of offshore production can be strong. With promises of reduced costs and faster turnaround times, it’s easy to understand why some companies might be tempted to take their manufacturing needs overseas.

Advantages of 5-Axis Machining in Precision Manufacturing

Jul | 2024 At Shearline Precision Engineering, we often field questions about the nuts and bolts of our work. One topic that consistently piques interest is 5-axis machining.

Simon Cooper’s Journey with Shearline: From Machining Expert to CNC Workshop Manager

Jun | 2024 Simon's Shearline journey began in late 2009 with an unexpected phone call from our owner and CEO, David Littlechild.

Why apprenticeships matter in precision engineering and what makes them so important to The Shearline Group.

May | 2024 Our longstanding apprenticeship program has been fundamental to our sustained success and growth as a precision engineering centre of excellence. We take on up to four apprentices each year and, as well as being a valuable business strategy, it reflects our founder’s values for back in 1960’s David Littlechild began his career as an apprentice.

Exploring some of the Benefits that Lights Out Machining has at Shearline.

Apr | 2024 In the dynamic world of machining, Lights Out Running has emerged as a revolutionary concept gaining widespread popularity, especially in tandem with the increase of artificial intelligence in our surroundings.