Integrated manufacturing and lights-out CNC machining: how Metaltech Precision delivers supply chain resilience

Published - 10th Jun 2026

Metaltech Precision is a subcontract CNC machining specialist, operating from a 50,000 sq ft facility in Somerset with over 50 machining centres. As part of Expromet Technologies Group, Metaltech Precision offers customers access to a vertically integrated manufacturing group capable of delivering complex, multi-process components through a single, accountable supply partner.

Manufacturing Today recently featured Expromet CEO Rob Guest explaining the shift that is reshaping how OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers approach their supply chains: moving away from managing multiple single-process suppliers and working instead with integrated manufacturing partners who can take responsibility across more of the process.

“Customers want one manufacturer who can supply a turnkey solution across multiple manufacturing processes and reliably deliver high-quality, finished components. Expromet Technologies Group is one of the few companies that can offer this.”

Vertically integrated metal manufacturing solutions

Metaltech Precision sits alongside Haworth Castings (sand and gravity die casting), Investacast (investment casting) and Tiverton Fabrications (high-end welded assemblies) as part of Expromet Technologies Group. Together, these businesses offer customers an integrated manufacturing route from advice on design for manufacture (DfM) and a range of manufacturing processes, through to finished component – with consistent quality control and a single point of accountability throughout.

For procurement and engineering teams, this delivers practical benefits. A precision machined component may require fabrication or surface finishing before it is ready for the customer; or it may be part of a much broader manufacturing requirement. Where different  stages or components are handled by separate suppliers, every handoff adds lead time, communication risk and potential quality variation. Expromet’s integrated structure removes much of that exposure.

Lights-out CNC machining

Metaltech Precision has recently invested in round-the-clock manufacturing capability to further benefit customers: delivering metal components more quickly, with improved capacity and greater supply chain resilience. Automated systems extend production beyond standard working hours without compromise on tolerances or quality standards. For customers with fixed delivery milestones or programmes sensitive to scheduling disruption, reliable, around-the-clock capability makes a tangible difference.

Read more about the benefits of working with Expromet Group companies here: Why OEMs and Tier 1s are moving to integrated manufacturing partners