MEMBERS’ DIRECTORY 2012 1 SHAPING AND SUPPORTING OUR INDUSTRY... Welcome As a member of the NWAA, somewhat flat. Through the The NWAA is developing welcome to the 2012/2013 national Aerospace Growth collaborative processes as part edition of the North West Partnership the strategy to of its supply chain development Aerospace Alliance guide to ensure UK aerospace maintains work in order to offer member capabilities. its position as second only opportunities to challenge for to the United States is being the larger work packages being The NWAA is continuing its developed. Strands of this work made available through the development as an organisation include skills, technology and primes and tier 1 companies. to offer products and services to supply chain and there are its membership, representative strong signals from Government I would encourage you to of the expectations, needs and that aerospace and advanced engage with the NWAA, to take quality demanded of the UK engineering figure highly in the advantage of the wide range aerospace industry. balanced economy and that all of services we can offer. Some these elements need nurturing of our products are unique and With the aerospace supply and investment to thrive in the we offer the strongest centre of chain evolving to reflect the face of global competition. aerospace supply chain expertise emerging civil aerospace of any aerospace association in markets of the far and middle We need as an industry to Europe and probably beyond. east, and the evolving strategies capitalise on this increased of national and international support by demonstrating our We look forward to a long and defence markets, it is vital collective capability. productive relationship. that the NWAA continually recognises the services its The supply chain is beginning members are seeking to support to recognise the value of this evolution. collaboration, and this guide will assist in identifying The civil aerospace market is in capability. Martin Wright growth whilst defence remains CEO, NWAA www.aerospace.co.uk 3 CONTENTS ISLE OF MAN COMPANIES 7 ACADEMIA 17 AVIATION SYSTEMS & INSTALLATIONS 21 COMPOSITES 25 COMPUTER SYSTEMS & SIMULATION 33 CONSULTANTS 39 DESIGN & ENGINEERING 45 ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS 75 FABRICATION 79 MACHINING 83 MANUFACTURING 103 MAINTENANCE, REPAIR & OVERHAUL 115 OTHERS 119 PROCESS TREATMENTS 135 RAW MATERIALS, FORGINGS & CASTINGS 145 ROBOTICS, AUTOMATION & TOOLING 149 STOCKISTS & DISTRIBUTORS 155 MEMBER A-Z INDEX 161 4 CONTACTS Martin Wright Rachel Brickell Chief Executive Officer Skills Manager [email protected] [email protected] +44 (0) 1772 648800 +44 (0) 1772 648817 +44 (0) 7738 439990 David Bailey Ian Blades Operational Director Business Unit Manager, Commercial [email protected] [email protected] +44 (0) 1772 648800 +44 (0) 1282 604444 +44 (0) 7973 443439 Scott Bairstow Victoria Ingham Business Unit Manager, Projects Marketing Manager [email protected] [email protected] +44 (0) 1772 648801 +44 (0) 1282 604444 +44 (0) 7530 097899 +44 (0) 7984 458724 Irene Edgar Membership Liaison Manager [email protected] +44 (0) 1282 604444 +44 (0) 7775 590240 www.aerospace.co.uk 5 “The strategic partnership that the Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster has with the North West Aerospace Alliance gives our members access to one of the most dynamic and important aerospace clusters in Europe and the access to the NWAA that our members enjoy has proved vital in helping us achieve our objectives.” Adrian Moore Chairman, IOMAC I s l e o f M a n Aerospace cluster A-Z ISLE OF MAN COMPANIES Isle of Man Aerospace Alliance www.aerospace.co.uk 7 Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster Cloud Nine Ltd CVI Technical Optics Ltd Address: 6 Rhenwyllan Close Address: Second Avenue Port St Mary Onchan Isle of Man Isle of Man IM9 5NH IM3 4PA Tel: +44 (0) 1624 834843 Tel: +44 (0) 1624 647000 Fax: +44 (0) 1624 834843 Fax: +44 (0) 1624 676859 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Contact: Adrian Harrison Website: www.cvimellesgriot.com Position: Managing Director Contact: Dr Helmut Kessler Position: General Manager Capability: Design & Engineering, Maintenance Repair & Overhaul A leading manufacturer of precision optical components and Bringing Quality Business Solutions to Life - we specialise in systems from the VUV to the IR range as well as a range of creating bespoke, robust and workable business solutions in lasers and related instrumentation. the areas of customer satisfaction (Quality systems including ISO9001 and AS9100), Health & Safety, staff development, Products range from optics of 1mm diameter to more than motivation and leadership so all become the way of working as 500mm in diameter with flatnesses up to lambda/200 for opposed to just something else tried. air-spaced etalons. The laser damage threshold of the optical components manufactured is among the highest in the world. The solutions we offer can range from simple procedural/ n a ways of working improvements through to systemic and cultural All optics can be tested to military specifications. Local and M change involving all employees. Training can be provided on European optical design capabilities allow a quick response to Of all related subjects to help ensure competency and sustainability specific customer requirements. of change and we achieve this by taking some of the more dry e sl subjects and showing them as value adding in an easy, fun and Operating a number of manufacturing and distribution sites I comprehendible way. around the globe, the company is able to provide local support on a global basis. 8 Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster EAM Ltd Ebis Engineering & Plastics Address: Hangar 5 Address: Hills Meadow Ballasalla Ronaldsway Airport Douglas Isle of Man Isle of Man IM9 2AY IM11 5EB Tel: +44 (0) 1624 826902 Tel: +44 (0) 1624 660971 Fax: +44 (0) 1624 826901 Fax: +44 (0) 1624 660972 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.waslmc.co.uk Website: www.ebis.co.im Contact: Chris Astley Contact: Ian Harrison Position: Director Position: Director Regional Turboprop MRO, MCC and line support. Ebis is an injection moulding, toolmaking and precision engineering specialist with prototype, and large production tooling facilities with a capability for almost any polymer. We currently have capability for turning, milling, ultrasonic welding and EDM facility. Moulding machinery from 5t to 250t. All work is guaranteed to a high standard. n a M f O e sl I 9 Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster Element 6 GE Aviation Address: Isle of Man Freeport Address: School Road P.O. Box 6 Onchan Ballasalla Isle of Man Isle of Man IM3 4PB IM99 6AQ Tel: +44 (0) 1624 692000 Tel: +44 (0) 1624 821821 Fax: +44 (0) 1624 692035 Fax: +44 (0) 1624 821916 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.ge.com/aviation Website: www.e6.com Contact: Chris Allen Contact: John Cringle Position: General Manager Position: Supply Chain Manager As part of the structures and machining centre of excellence, A prime supplier of synthetic single crystal diamond products GE Aviation Isle of Man produces components and assemblies for use in a wide range of cutting tools, wire drawing, die for the mechanical systems sub division of GE Aviation. blank and wear part applications. These products comprise mechanical, electro-mechanical The Mono range is produced using advanced synthesis and hydraulic actuation systems for aerospace and defence processes which provide a range of highly consistent applications. engineered products. n a The business has the capability for a range of machining M Supplying fully engineered diamond products in volume with disciplines, heat and surface treatments and assembly and Of direct feed to line allows customers flexibility in production and test operations, supported by complementary supply chain stock holding. management and programme management capability. e sl I 10