Precision Manufacturing & Expert Engineering Repairs
From bespoke roller manufacture to complex refurbishments, our fully equipped engineering facilities deliver reliability, innovation, and lasting performance across industries worldwide.
Manufacture & Engineering Repairs
Features
- Custom Roller Manufacture: New rollers up to 3,500mm length and 150mm diameter, engineered to exact specifications.
- Metal Roller Shaft Production: Precision-machined shafts for new or refurbished rollers.
- Roller Straightening: Capable of handling rollers up to 3 metres in length, restoring alignment and performance.
- Bespoke Adaptations: Modifications to rollers to improve peeling processes or enhance operational efficiency.
- Sheet Metal Work: Bending of stainless steel (3mm) and mild steel (5mm) sheets up to 3 metres wide using a Safan hydraulic press brake.
- Advanced Welding & Machining: MIG/TIG welding, turning, milling, drilling, and fabrication for complex requirements.
- Surface Treatment: Controlled pyrolysis and shot blasting to prepare surfaces for coatings or repairs.
- Batch Peeling Machine Refurbishment: Full restoration of performance, hygiene, and durability.
Benefits
- Extended Equipment Life: Repairs and refurbishments reduce replacement costs and downtime.
- Improved Performance: Adaptations and precision engineering enhance operational efficiency.
- Custom Solutions: Tailored manufacturing to meet exact client requirements across industries.
- High-Quality Standards: All work is completed to rigorous quality and safety specifications.
- Global Reach: Full collection and delivery service available UK-wide, across Europe, and worldwide.
Usage
- Food Processing & Peeling Equipment: Rollers, batch peeling machines, and conveyors refurbished for hygiene and efficiency.
- Industrial Manufacturing: Custom rollers, shafts, and sheet metal solutions for machinery maintenance.
- Research & Development Projects: Prototyping, process improvements, and specialist engineering adaptations.
- Transport & Heavy Industry: Roller refurbishment and repair for high-load or high-use environments.
FAQs
We can manufacture new rollers up to 3,500mm in length and 150mm in diameter, built to exacting specifications for durability and precision.
Yes. Our engineers specialise in repairing and replacing worn parts, including damaged shafts and roller scrolls, ensuring your equipment returns to optimal performance.
We can straighten rollers up to 3 metres in length, helping restore functionality and extend service life.
Absolutely. We can adapt rollers to improve peeling processes or enhance efficiency, tailored to your unique operational requirements.
We offer MIG and stick welding, turning, milling, drilling, and custom fabrication, ensuring we can meet both routine and highly specialised engineering needs.
Yes. Our facilities include a Safan hydraulic press brake capable of bending 3-metre-wide steel sheets (3mm stainless or 5mm mild steel).
We use industry-leading equipment, including a Dean, Smith & Grace lathe with an 12ft gap between centres and a 21″ swing, enabling us to handle large and complex engineering projects.
Yes. We provide full refurbishment services for batch peeling machines, helping customers extend machine life and reduce replacement costs.
Yes. Our skilled engineers regularly collaborate with clients on Research and Development, delivering innovative solutions that enhance performance and efficiency.
Brands We Work With
What Our Clients Are Saying
“Porcher’s TreadSafe coating gave us a durable, non-slip solution where anti-slip paint had failed. The finish is hardwearing, safe for heavy pedestrian use, and ideal for disabled access. It’s proved the perfect answer to our slip challenges.“
Managing Director
“ TreadSafe has given us a durable, non-slip surface that withstands all weather while keeping our steps and personnel safe. Eighteen months on, the coating still looks as bright and performs as well as the day it was installed. “
Mike Scillitoe
“ Porcher’s TreadSafe system transformed our stairways into safe, durable access routes. Unlike paint, which quickly failed, the abrasive-coated treads withstand heavy use and harsh weather while meeting Disability Discrimination Act requirements. "
Operations Director
"We needed a specialist coating for hygiene rollers used in a demanding cleanroom environment. Porcher’s team guided us through every stage, delivering a robust, high-performance finish that exceeded our expectations."
Technical Director
"Porcher Abrasives completely transformed our vegetable peelers. The recoated rollers have outlasted the original manufacturer’s specification, saving us downtime and costs. Their expertise in the food industry is second to none."
Operations Manager
"The non-slip TreadSafe system has been a game changer for us. Our external stairways are now safe in all weather conditions, and the finish has stayed as bright and durable as the day it was installed."
Facilities Manager
Case Studies
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TreadSafe Anti-Slip Coatings – Civil Engineering Contractor
Successfully resolving a significant challenge by ensuring safe pedestrian access on bespoke external stairs and ramps.
TreadSafe Anti-Slip Stair Nosings – Corby Cube
With eight levels, including two below ground, the building required a durable, high-performance anti-slip solution to protect users across all staircases, including fire escapes and general access areas.
TreadSafe Stainless Steel – Motability
Upgrades to remaining staircases and adjacent landings was needed to ensure consistent safety across all external access points, with surfaces capable of withstanding high pedestrian traffic and extreme weather conditions.
TreadSafe Anti-Slip Flooring – Motability
Delivering a durable, high-performance anti-slip solution for its office headquarters for frequent visitors, including wheelchair users and those with visual impairments.