F.A.Q.

Q: When was Phoenix formed?
A: Phoenix Precision was formed in 1986 following an MBO.

Q: How many employees do you have?
A: We have a head count of 55.

Q: I have a low volume requirement, what levels can you handle?
A: Essentially we are a low to medium volume manufacturer; we can manufacture anything from a one off to regular monthly batches.

Q: Do you need drawings?
A: The majority of our work is build to print where the customers supply the drawings, however we have in many instances in conjunction with our client, formulated the product concept, manufactured prototypes and then finally created manufacturing drawings.

Q: What materials can you process?
A: We process many different types including Mild steel, Zintec, Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Copper, Brass and Galv.

Q: Does your company belong to any Trade bodies?
A: Phoenix belongs to the following Trade Bodies.
• Scottish Engineering.
• EEF (Engineering Employers Federation)

Q: What file formats can you accept?
A: Various Data Files can be accepted; ideally files should be in DXF or STEP or alternatively PDF.

Q: What Cad System do you use?
A: Phoenix use an Integrated Sheet Metal Manufacturing package called Radon 04. Radan 04 is the new sheet metal software from Radan. Capabilities ranging from design, nesting, punching, profiling and folding to drawing management, cost estimating and document distribution.


Q: How can I save money?
A: Shopping for bottom line price is easy.

But, will the lowest priced company end up costing you money in the long run. If using the Far East or Eastern Europe; think of the delays, the rework costs, logistics and return costs. Think of needing to constantly manage your supply base?

Will the lowest priced supplier provide the delivery and quality you expect? Before you make your final decision, you should consider the following:

Do you want good communication links, do you need fast response times and above all else are you looking for “Value for Money” is so please get in contact using the details below.



Home page Site Map F A Q Downloads Enquiries Meet the Team Whats New Services About Us