To ensure continuity from CAD room to the shop floor, each job will be programmed, machined and managed by one of our time-served engineers who has specialised training in CAD CAM.
CNC MACHINING
CLA Tools offers expertise in the design and manufacture of fixtures to hold and ensure precision machining of castings. 5 axis milling and bar feed turning with live tooling, allied to on-going investment in CAD and inspection systems, guarantee accuracy along with reduced costs and lead times.
Quality and environmental management systems – ISO 9001 & 14001 – ensure compliance and reliability.
CNC MACHINING
CLA Tools offers expertise in the design and manufacture of fixtures to hold and ensure precision machining of castings. 5 axis milling and bar feed turning with live tooling, allied to on-going investment in CAD and inspection systems, guarantee accuracy along with reduced costs and lead times. Quality and environmental management systems – ISO 9001 & 14001 – ensure compliance and reliability.
CNC MILLING
CLA produces high quality machined parts, using state of the art programming and inspection software, with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC milling machines. 5 axis milling enables speed and accuracy in the machining of highly complex parts, from castings and from solid.
CLA prides itself on the quality of its CNC milled components. Responsiveness to customer demands means cost effective production. Working to customer specifications, CLA will produce high quality precision parts. Ongoing communication ensures all customer requirements are implemented, including any design changes.
Our CNC milling capabilities extend to machining parts with various part sizes that accommodate a wide range of project requirements. We work with various machining materials, including aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, and more, ensuring that the material selection meets your project’s needs.
Our advanced milling machines enable the efficient machining of materials with excellent strength, making them suitable for producing professional-grade parts with complex geometries and tall features. The use of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software ensures precise machining, while Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software enhances the overall machining process.
CNC TURNING
At CLA Tools, we take pride in our Turning section, which offers a wide range of capabilities through an impressive selection of CNC lathes.
Through online and offline programming, our dedicated turning team has vast experience in producing high precision 1 off components with innovative fixture design and work holding methods, through to high volume production runs assisted by bar feed and live tooling.
Working with raw billets, tube or cast components, our turning team is familiar with but not limited to cutting aluminum, stainless steels, cast iron, titanium, Inconel, Hastelloy, nylon, and brass.
We are committed to continuously improving our service through the latest technologies to offer our customers a cost-effective product while consistently maintaining our high quality standards.
Our lathes are capable of handling a wide range of materials, ensuring excellent resistance to wear and tear. The machining process is optimised for producing parts with rotational symmetry, which is ideal for components requiring excellent strength and durability.
The machine beds in our turning section provide stability and precision during the machining process. We also consider the electrical conductivity of materials when selecting them for specific applications, ensuring that our products meet all functional requirements.
The start-up cost for our turning services is competitive, and we offer a design for manufacturability approach to ensure efficient production. Our machining specialists are adept at working from CAD software to create precise 3D models that guide the subtractive manufacturing process. The integration of CNC turning with other manufacturing processes allows us to deliver comprehensive solutions to our customers.
By leveraging our advanced capabilities and understanding of material cost, we provide high-quality, cost-effective machining solutions. Whether working with simple geometries or complex designs, CLA Tools ensures that all components meet the highest standards of quality and precision.
OTHER SERVICES
OTHER SERVICES
MANAGED SERVICES
We use a handful of trusted companies for any coating or plating that needs subcontracting. We can manage processes from anodising and zinc plating to e-coating. Certification can be included if requested.
50 Years Experience.
CLA Tools Ltd was founded 50 years ago by Geoff and Jacq Flinn. The third generation of the family has now joined the team of experienced, highly skilled engineers.
More than 50 years of financial stability enables investment, with continual improvements in processes and long-term sustainable growth. We have built an outstanding reputation in our half-century in the industry, specialising in machining cast and solid parts, from complex prototypes to pre-production volumes.
Why Choose CLA Tools
Industries
CLA Tools often works for a wide range of customers on prototype projects, such as hydrogen engines, as well as parts for defense, agriculture, parts for Boris buses, trophy bases for sporting and arts awards. We also work in the motorsport sector, as well as providing parts for rail and the hydraulic and pneumatic sector, such as brake systems. This spread of customers across a variety of industries has led to 50 years of financial stability.
OUR MACHINES
The UMC-750 has an integrated high-speed, dual-axis trunnion table. In addition, its 500 mm platter features standard T-slots. Not to mention a precision pilot bore adds versatility for vices.
- 5-axis simultaneous machining
- Powerful inline direct-drive spindle
- High-speed trunnion table
- Includes Wireless Probing System
OUR MACHINES
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