About Us

Welcome to Dartmouth Associates

Precision CNC Machining in Birmingham. With over 30 years of experience and a state-of-the-art 16,000 sq ft facility in Great Barr, Birmingham, Dartmouth Associates Ltd are trusted sub-contract machining engineers specialising in CNC turning and milling.

We proudly support UK industries with high-precision engineering services, offering reliable solutions for one-off prototypes, small batch runs, and full production contracts. Whether you’re in automotive, rail, construction, or energy, our experienced team delivers quality, consistency, and rapid turnaround across a wide range of components.

Our advanced machining centres include both CNC and conventional equipment, enabling us to handle complex assemblies, tight tolerances, and bespoke parts with ease. We’re ISO 9001:2015 certified, giving our clients complete confidence in our quality assurance and inspection processes.

Located in the heart of Birmingham’s industrial network, we are perfectly positioned to serve businesses throughout the Midlands and across the UK.

Need expert engineering support? Get in touch today for a no-obligation quote or friendly advice.

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Radiographic Inspection

CNC Turning

Dartmouth Associates offer high-precision CNC turning for both prototypes and full production batches. Using advanced automated lathes like Puma and Harrison Alpha, we produce complex parts quickly and accurately, with excellent repeatability.

Our experienced engineers work with a wide range of materials and part sizes, ensuring top quality at every stage. We support industries including automotive, rail, construction, and general manufacturing across Birmingham and the Midlands.

If you're unsure whether CNC turning is right for your part, simply send us a sketch or CAD file – we'll review it and recommend the best solution.

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Dye Penetrant

CNC Milling

Providing precise CNC milling using advanced 3-axis and 4-axis machines, ideal for creating detailed shapes, cut-outs, and complex features on flat or 3D surfaces.

With vertical and horizontal mills from brands like Doosan, Mazak, and Bridgeport, we handle everything from simple parts to intricate components. Our Birmingham-based team ensures each job is set up for speed, accuracy, and cost-efficiency.

Backed by expert programmers and CAD/CAM software, we reduce waste and deliver consistent, high-quality results – whether it’s a single prototype or a large production run.

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Magnetic Particle Inspection

Conventional Machines

Not all jobs need CNC. Our conventional machines are perfect for low-volume work, one-offs, or parts needing a hands-on approach.

With manual lathes, mills, grinders, and more, we handle custom repairs, legacy parts, tricky materials, and R&D prototypes. Our experienced machinists adapt quickly and deliver fast, flexible results.

Based in Birmingham, we support clients across the Midlands with traditional craftsmanship and cost-effective solutions – ideal when precision and adaptability matter most.

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