XL Precision Technologies are also a critical supplier to the medical market for precision machined stainless steel tubes. We can supply circular and special-section tubes in a size range of 25.0mm to 0.3mm outside diameter and from 500mm to 1.00mm in length.

We can support new product development programmes through to high-volume production with current production of over 200,000 components per month.

October 2009 – XLedm Ltd relocate all activities to a single production facility. The new factory provides a 45% increase in floorspace and is still in Stockton on Tees in NE England.

September 2009 – XLedm have completed the purchase of a new laser fine cutting machine for precision manufacture of complex tube components. This specially designed machine has additional 2-axis capability for flat sheet components and a unique autoloader capable of handling 150 metres of tube up to 6mm diameter. The machine is going through commissioning trials ready for full production in Dec 2009.

XLedm will have a booth at the MD&M Minneapolis show from 21st to 22nd October 2009. Meet the business directors and technical staff to discuss your business needs.

January 2009 – XLedm have recently installed a 2nd laser welding unit into their Stockton facility. The unit was required to cope with ever-increasing demand from the market and expands the unique capability offered by XLedm to current and new customers

September 2009 – XLedm now operate 8 Mitsubishi edm machines (link to equipment list) combined with 4 Charmilles machines, to provide a world-class edm facility with significant special project and high-volume production capabilities.

April 2009 - Rubicon Partners Industries LLP purchased XLedm Ltd on 5th April 2008. RPI are a successful industrial group, committed to the development of specialist engineering companies. They recognised in XLedm a unique manufacturing capability and strong market position, which provide significant opportunity for growth in the future.

March 2007 -HIGH SPEED EDM HOLE DRILLING With a Z Axis of 450mm, this new capacity high speed edm drilling machine is capable of drilling 0.15 to 6mm dia holes. A swivel head for angle drilling and an extended throat height make it an extremely versatile machine. Producing either start holes or production drilling of hardened materials such as carbide, this machine is capable of drilling a 2mm hole thro 250mm thick steel in a matter of minutes.

In Nov 2009 we moved to a new 12,000 sq.ft. facility on the outskirts of Teesside which provides us with the most effective environment for our processes and sufficient space for future business growth. We are delighted to invite prospective customers to visit us and discuss their requirements.

2009 saw the introduction of fine-cut laser machining into the XL Precision Technologies capability range, together with additional 5-axis machining options.

We are an innovative & dedicated company which prides itself on quality & customer care. XL Precision Technologies is ISO9001-2008 approved and a preferred supplier for major customers in the medical, aerospace, motorsport and marine industries.

A highly committed workforce, together with 24 hr/7 days a week operations, maximises leadtime efficiency & ensures extremely competitive pricing structures.

Visit our Sectors or Services pages to learn more about what we do, or contact us directly and we will be pleased to discuss your requirements in more detail.

XL Precision Technologies have successfully implemented machining processes for cutting clean edge and precise dimension ports in tubes ranging in size from 4.0mm diameter down to 0.3mm diameter. The tubes can then be sealed at one end with a precise bull-nose form ready for polishing using fine laser welding techniques.

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Closed Slot Micro-Machining

XL Precision Technologies have successfully developed a technique for machining a micro-dimension closed slot into tool or component cavities.

Utilising both spark erosion and laser machining methods, XL Precision Technologies can now offer a closed rectangular profile slot of 0.050mm wide by 50.00mm long up to 0.2mm deep.

The technique can successfully produce a 0.10mm slot x 28.0mm long and 0.3mm deep in a component wall only 0.28mm wide.

Micro-Machining of Tungsten Alloys

XL Precision Technologies has successfully developed manufacturing techniques for the highly accurate and complex machining of tungsten alloy into micro-components fitting a 3mm cube, with specific features only 0.15mm wide and requiring tolerances of +/- 0.005mm.

High Volume Wire Erosion

XL Precision Technologies has successfully developed manufacturing systems that provide customers with high volume demand and competitive cost satisfaction for precision wire-erosion components. The techniques are continuing to expand, and currently provide for over 50,000 parts per week.

Tel: +44 1642 766960
Fax:+44 1642 764416

Sales enquiries: sales@xledm.com
General enquiries: info@xledm.com USA Contact Details
XL Precision Technologies Ltd
20 Ponemah Road
Amherst
NH 03031
United States
Tel: (1) 603-305-5635

General enquiries: info@xledm.com

Map of UK factory location

Quality Policy Statement -
XL Precision Technologies recognises that the maintenance of quality standards in all activities is the key to our success and reputation. The company is therefore committed to a policy to provide products and services which satisfy customer requirements.

In order to achieve these objectives a documented quality system which meets the requirements of   BS EN ISO 9001 : 2000 has been established. The practises are outlined in the Quality Policy Manual and detailed in procedures which are complied with by all employees. Objective evidence is provided to demonstrate that the system is maintained and that required standards are achieved.

It is the aim of the company to seek continuous improvement of the business in the most cost effective manner and all employees are made aware of this policy and commitment to its implementation. The overall improvements are monitored as part of the regular management review of the system.
XL Precision Technologies is well advanced in the approval process for ISO13485-2003.

• rotor balance weights
• turbine and compressor blade roots
• rotor shaft keyways.
• licensed machining of Zirconium and Hafnium

We can provide sub-contract machining services utilising EDM wire and sink technology, large dimension multi-axis milling facilities and we can provide tungsten alloy supply base for raw material or machined components.

• EDM wire erosion
• EDM spark erosion
• Laser micro machining
• Press forming
• Laser welding
• Laser marking

XL Precision Technologies have developed an unrivalled capability for the manufacture of stainless steel tube components and assemblies. We currently manufacture 900,000 individual parts each year, and we continually upgrade our facilites to manage increasing demand.

Tube sizes range from 0.25mm OD to 25mm OD for WHD tubes (0.50mm minimum for seamless).

Although production is primarily stainless steel tubes, we can supply other specialised materials eg. titanium, Nitinol.

During 2009 we have developed new techniques for the economic manufacture of ophthamology instruments including cannulae, needles and complex surgical assemblies

We offer advice and development assistance to customers, ensuring the optimum design is achieved. Our controlled raw material manufacturing processes provide highly accurate and consistent tubes.