Events – Grenville Engineering exhibiting at Southern Manufacturing 2019

One of the first manufacturing exhibitions of the year starts in February and Grenville Engineering will be exhibiting once again following a successful year in 2018.

The Southern Manufacturing and Electronics show will run from the 5th – 7th February at the state of the art Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre. Although the show is located in the South region exhibitors and visitors attend from across the country and overseas.

Grenville Engineering will be exhibiting at the show for the third year running after continued success and a fantastic period of growth in 2018.

Why visit the stand?

Grenville Engineering will be on stand J130 and will be available to talk to visitors that require a reliable outsourcing partner for their fabrication requirements.

  • Expertise on hand to discuss our capabilities to match individual customer requirements
  • Complete Fabrication Solution
  • Agile response to customer requirements
  • Capacity available in various areas
  • Work with customers over a variety of sectors
  • Long established relationships and looking to partner with organisations

Register for free to attend and make the most of your visit by seeing the team on stand J130 or arrange for an appointment with a member of staff at the show

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What Is Laser Cutting?

Laser cutting is a highly precise manufacturing process that uses a focused beam of light to cut or engrave materials. By directing an intense point of heat—generated by CO₂ or fibre-laser technology—the machine can produce intricate shapes, clean edges and fine detail that would be impossible to achieve by hand or with many traditional cutting tools.

At Grenville Engineering, our laser technology works across a range of materials including stainless steel, mild steel, aluminium, copper and brass, delivering a polished, accurate finish every time.

How Does the Process Work?

The process begins with a CAD file, which guides the machine through every cut. The concentrated laser beam melts or vaporises the material exactly along the programmed path, leaving a clean, smooth edge.

Laser cutting is not only extremely accurate—it’s also energy-efficient, fast and consistent, making it one of the most effective manufacturing methods available in the UK today.

What Can Laser Cutting Be Used For?

Laser cutting is an essential process for industries requiring high levels of precision, detail and repeatability. These include:

  • Automotive

  • Food processing and packaging

  • Aerospace

  • Electronics and instrumentation

  • Earthmoving and heavy equipment manufacturing

Grenville Engineering supports many high-profile partners, producing over 1,000 different components, from tiny 3.5mm parts to larger pieces within our cutting area of 3.5m x 1.5m. Our laser machines can pierce single or multiple layers with remarkable accuracy, producing components that serve critical roles in some of the UK’s most demanding applications.

Who Benefits from Laser Cutting?

Laser cutting is the first vital step in many manufacturing processes. Whether producing prototypes, intricate brackets, safety-critical components or bespoke designs, laser cutting ensures the accuracy needed for downstream operations.

Our customers rely on us for:

  • Tight tolerances

  • High repeatability

  • Smooth, clean edge quality

  • Fast turnaround

  • Minimal material distortion

Compared with plasma cutting, laser cutting offers far higher precision, a smaller kerf and the ability to work with thinner sheets without compromising quality. This makes it the perfect solution for OEMs, R&D teams, product designers and manufacturers across sectors.

The Benefits of Modern Laser Cutting

The advantages of laser cutting are clear:

  • Precision and reliability – control over heat and duration creates flawless edges.

  • Non-contact processing – eliminates tool wear and reduces the risk of damage.

  • Speed and cost-efficiency – low maintenance and fast cutting cycles.

  • Enhanced safety – enclosed beams protect operators and maintain clean working conditions.

The combination of speed, accuracy and versatility makes laser cutting one of the most efficient manufacturing technologies available today.

Introducing the New 12kW TRUMPF TruLaser 3030 Fiber

Grenville Engineering’s latest acquisition represents a significant upgrade in both power and capability. The TruLaser 3030 fiber offers:

Advanced Technical Features

  • 3000 x 1500 mm working range

  • TRUMPF’s TruDisk 12001 solid-state laser with BrightLine fiber for superb edge quality, even at high power

  • Automatic nozzle changer to switch seamlessly between cutting conditions

  • Highspeed Eco package, reducing gas consumption while increasing feed rate

  • Compressed air cutting and an integrated gas mixer for exceptional flexibility

Cutting Power & Thickness Capability

With up to 12 kW of laser power, the machine can cut:

  • Mild steel: up to 30 mm

  • Stainless steel: up to 40 mm

  • Aluminium: up to 30 mm

  • Copper and brass: up to 12.7 mm

This significantly expands the range of materials and thicknesses we can process in-house—reducing lead times, eliminating the need for outsourcing and increasing production efficiency for our customers.

Why Choose Grenville Engineering?

Based in Stoke-on-Trent, Grenville Engineering is one of the UK's most trusted providers of laser cutting and fabrication services. Our Complete Fabrication Solution ensures that your components are cut, folded, fabricated and finished to the highest standards.

We offer:

  • Fast, accurate and reliable service

  • Competitive pricing

  • Skilled in-house engineers

  • State-of-the-art laser technology

  • Decades of experience serving major UK industries

With the addition of the TruLaser 3030 fiber, we are better equipped than ever to meet complex specifications and tight deadlines.

Our Laser Cutting Machines

Grenville Engineering now operates three laser cutting machines on site:

  • Two TRUMPF machines for cutting stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium

    • Thicknesses: 20mm (mild steel), 12mm (stainless), 8mm (aluminium)

  • Bystronic Fibre Laser for brass, copper and other materials

    • Thicknesses: up to 6mm

    • Bed size: 1500 x 3000

  • NEW 12kW TRUMPF TruLaser 3030 fiber

    • Expanded capability across all materials

    • Industry-leading cutting speeds and edge performance

Request an Online Quote

t’s easy to get started. Click the 'Contact Us' button below contact us or to request a callback and receive a fast, competitive online quote from our team. Whether you need a single prototype or a full production batch, Grenville Engineering is ready to deliver.

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