Composites Suppliers
Composite materials are engineered from two or more constituent materials with different physical or chemical properties. When combined, they produce a material that performs better than either component alone – offering characteristics such as high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and design flexibility that are difficult or impossible to achieve with metals or polymers in isolation.
GTMA’s composite materials suppliers are established UK companies providing composites products, tooling, and services across a range of industrial applications and sectors.
Composite Materials Suppliers
Browse GTMA member companies below providing composites services and products. View individual profiles for full company information and to make direct contact.
R-Winter Tooling
- KentR Winter Tooling is a modern design & engineering business based in Rochester, Kent. The main aspect of R-Winter Tooling is production machining, specializing in high tolerance components. With our…
ABR (Specialist Welding) Ltd
- West MidlandsWidely acknowledged as market leaders in our field, the name ABR has been synonymous with the precision welding of plastic injection, pressure die casting and press tools for over 40…
Boneham & Turner Ltd
- NottinghamshireThis experience enables the company to provide engineering solutions to a wide variety of customers, both large and small, across advanced industries including aerospace, automotive, motorsport, power generation, defence, composites and…
Fenton Precision Engineering
- NorthamptonshireWelcome to Fenton Precision Engineering Ltd the UK market leaders for design, precision tool making and injection moulding services. Located centrally in the UK our headquarters are located in Northampton…
MAPAL Limited
- WarwickshireCompanies that manufacture Dies and Moulds expect high process and product expertise from their cutting tools manufacturer. They require their tools to offer the highest levels of precision, a long…
TriMech Manufacturing Solutions
- WarwickshireFrom tooth-sized objects to complete cars and more, Central Scanning Ltd now part of TriMech Manufacturing Solutions (TMS) provides 3D Scanning for reverse engineering and/or inspection. We also offer a…
Surtec North East Ltd
- County DurhamEstablished in 2002, Surtec North East Limited is a Press Toolmaking, Precision Engineering Company. To complement this we offer a CNC machining service. We also offer a complete service from…
Gravutex Eschmann International Ltd
- DerbyshireProviding customers with specially designed surface textures, patterns and logos to compliment the design and functionality of their plastic/rubber components and steel/aluminium tools across a diverse range of industries from…
RARUK Automation
- BedfordshireRARUK Automation is a leading automation equipment provider from sister company RA Rodriguez , that specialises in the supply of cutting-edge automation and robotic solutions, dedicated to enhancing productivity and efficiency across…
HCM Engineering Ltd
- West MidlandsWho we are Established in 1969 HCM Engineering Limited is a independent, privately owned company situated in the UK's Industrial West Midlands. We have the experience and traditional crafts in…
Alan Browne Lapping Services
- WarwickshireAlan Browne lapping services provide accurate, precise and controlled material removal to produce the desired size, shape and dimensions to your components. They are experienced in precision flat lapping with many materials for example steel, stainless…
Morson Praxis
- Greater ManchesterMorson Praxis are a reputable multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with over 40 years’ experience across the UK and overseas.Their highly qualified engineering teams deliver capability and experience across numerous engineering disciplines,…
Standex International Ltd
- CheshireAt Standex Engraving Mold-Tech, we optimise Surface Performance by creating textures on the tooling that manufactures products we all use every day. We are one company operating in 23 countries…
DaceCrown Ltd
- West MidlandsAbout Dacecrown Taking over on October 1st 2023 Jake and Tom looking to embark on an exciting story together to build on the already founded success of Dacecrown, taking in traditional…
SAG-Tek
- LeicestershireSAG-Tek is a UK based company that exports polishing tools and finishing solutions globally. Using the novel SAG (Shape Adaptive Grinding) tools developed by Zeeko, we solve your polishing problems.…
What are Composite Materials?
A composite material is any material formed by combining two or more distinct components – typically a reinforcement and a matrix – to create a structure with superior properties. The reinforcement provides strength and stiffness, while the matrix binds the reinforcement together and protects it from environmental damage.
Common composite types used in industrial manufacturing include:
- Carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) – high strength and low weight, widely used in aerospace and motorsport
- Glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) – cost-effective, good strength, used across marine, construction, and automotive
- Aramid fibre composites (e.g. Kevlar) – high impact resistance, used in defence and protective applications
- Metal matrix composites (MMC) – reinforced metals offering improved stiffness and wear resistance
- Ceramic matrix composites (CMC) – high-temperature performance for aerospace and energy applications
The concept of combining materials for improved performance has ancient roots – but modern engineering composites have transformed manufacturing across sectors from aerospace and defence to marine, energy, and medical.
Applications of Composite Materials in UK Industry
GTMA composite materials suppliers support applications across a wide range of industries:
- Structural aerospace components where weight reduction is critical
- Automotive body panels, underbody structures, and motorsport components
- Marine hulls, decks, and superstructures
- Wind turbine blades and energy sector components
- Medical prosthetics and orthotics
- Tooling, jigs, and fixtures for composite part manufacture
The composites sector is one of the fastest-growing areas of UK advanced manufacturing, driven by sustained demand from aerospace, defence, and the transition to lightweight vehicle platforms.
Benefits of Composite Materials
Compared with traditional metals, composite materials offer:
- Superior strength-to-weight ratio – composites can be significantly lighter than steel while matching or exceeding its strength
- Excellent corrosion and fatigue resistance
- Design flexibility – complex shapes and integrated structures achievable in a single part
- Thermal and electrical insulation properties depending on matrix and fibre selection
- Reduced part count and assembly time for complex structures
Composites Suppliers FAQs
A composite material supplier is a company that provides composite materials, composite components, or composite manufacturing services to industrial customers. This can include raw material supply (fabrics, resins, pre-pregs), component manufacture, tooling design, and finishing services.
Carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) are the most widely used in UK industrial manufacturing. CFRP is favoured for high-performance, weight-critical applications in aerospace and motorsport; GFRP is used more broadly in marine, construction, and general engineering due to its lower cost.
UK composite materials suppliers serve aerospace and defence, automotive and motorsport, marine, energy (particularly wind), rail, medical, and general engineering sectors. Aerospace and defence remain the largest end markets for advanced composites by value.
An alloy is formed by mixing two or more metals at a molecular level to create a new metallic material. A composite material keeps its constituent components distinct – they do not merge at a molecular level but are physically combined to exploit the properties of each. This means the reinforcement and matrix in a composite remain identifiable as separate phases within the final material.
GTMA’s supplier directory lists accredited UK composite material suppliers with profiles covering their specific capabilities, materials, and sectors served. Browse the member listings above and contact companies directly through their profiles.
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