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Our highly skilled team has years of experience with precision machine tools. Whether it is selling, supplying, servicing, or providing maintenance to our extensive range of machine tool products, you are guaranteed a high-quality level of service no matter which part of the business you come into contact with.

We are committed to providing all our customers with high-quality, top of the range products, as well as ensuring a strong aftercare and maintenance service from our dedicated team.

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Engineered for Education Series: What are machine tools and what are they used for?

19 Feb 2026

Machine tools are the foundation of modern engineering. From precision-turned shafts in aerospace components, to finely milled surfaces in medical devices, every manufactured part begins with a machine tool.

HMP Featherstone and the Colchester Storm VL-1000

HMP Featherstone has strengthened its engineering workshop by installing a Colchester Storm VL-1000 Vertical Machining Centre fitted with the MRT170 4+1 axis trunnion table. This setup provides the workshop with modern CNC capability suited to training and full production.

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