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18.06.2020 - Turned Parts

APT has more than 60 years’ experience in manufacturing precision stainless steel components. In this article, we’ll tell you what you need to know about stainless steel, why it’s a good choice of material, how we machine it and what it can be used for.

08.04.2020 - Security | Turned Parts

APT specialises in the design and precision machining of brass lock housings and other door lock components. In this article, we’ll explain the five main cylinder lock designs and the advantages and disadvantages of each design, from euro cylinders and mortice locks to interchangeable cores.

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.

28.11.2019 - 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.

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.

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.

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.

12.04.2019 - APT News

By using state of the art machinery and conducting regular inspections and extensive testing throughout the production process, we can guarantee optimum customer satisfaction. We take pride in the way our quality control process is carried out. Here’s how it could benefit you.

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.

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.