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Aerospace & Industrial Precision Metal Finishing

Welcome to Ceratex Engineering Ltd

For over 40 years, Ceratex Engineering Ltd has been a trusted sub-contract metal finishing partner, delivering precision surface enhancement and metal finishing solutions to the exacting demands of the aerospace industry and other high-specification sectors across the UK and Europe.

As a NADCAP approved and AS9100 certified specialist, we provide comprehensive sub-contract services – including shot peening, ceramic peening, glass peening, mass finishing, vibratory finishing, deburring, dry film lubrication coatings, custom masking, and full-spectrum technical metal finishing – all designed to enhance the performance, durability, fatigue life, and aesthetics of your critical components.

Our aerospace surface treatment expertise ensures components meet rigorous standards for mission-critical applications, from turbine blades and landing gear to medical implants and industrial tooling. We combine decades of technical excellence with reliable, traceable processes to deliver superior results that reduce wear, resist corrosion, and extend service life.

Why Choose Ceratex?

  • NADCAP approved and AS9100 certified quality assurance
  • State-of-the-art equipment for repeatable, high-precision finishes
  • Tailored solutions for aerospace, medical, and industrial sectors
  • Full traceability and compliance with industry specifications

Sub-contract Metal Finishing

Our comprehensive portfolio covers a full spectrum of precision metal finishing processes, including anodising – all delivered under stringent NADCAP and AS9100 quality controls. We handle everything from small prototypes to high-volume production, with full traceability and certification. Whether enhancing corrosion resistance, conductivity, or aesthetics, our expertise in sub-contract metal finishing UK ensures components meet the highest standards for performance and reliability.

Get in touch today to discuss your surface finishing, shot peening, or sub-contract metal finishing UK requirements. Let us help optimise your components for peak performance.

Services Overview

Ceratex Engineering services include surface enhancement, mass finishing & media supply, specialised coatings, custom masking and a full spectrum of technical subcontract metal finishing processes, all managed under strict quality controls.

Surface Enhancement

Shot peening, glass peening, and ceramic peening form the core of our surface enhancement capabilities.

Mass Finishing & Media Supply

Our high-efficiency mass finishing and vibratory finishing for precise deburring, radiusing, cleaning, descaling, and polishing.

Specialised Coatings

We apply high-performance dry film lubrication coatings to provide reliable, low-friction performance in high-wear, extreme environments.

Custom Masking

Our in-house team designs and manufactures durable polyurethane and silicone masks tailored to your component's geometry

Weighing and Packing

We offer a reliable weighing and packing service to ensure your products are accurately measured and securely prepared for dispatch.