Find answers to commonly asked questions about Kristek
Yes – nearly all the equipment is calibrated externally (either sent away, or calibrated onsite). This is to ensure that the gauges and equipment we are using to verify your machined parts, are safe to use.
All inspection equipment have unique serial numbers, and are fully traceable from cradle to grave.
Yes – every order is contract reviewed. This process is used to identified changes, or high-risk activities (e.g. short delivery date).
Actions from the Contract Review are assigned to an owner, to make sure the action is completed, de-risking the contracts and increasing communication and visibility of the risks.
We are unable to work with Carbon Fiber, or Timer / Wood. These materials have extraction and handling requirements, which we do not have.
We routinely machine to tight tolerances based on customer specifications and part complexity. Typical tolerances range from ±0.005mm to ±0.015mm, depending on the material and geometry. Tolerance capabilities will be confirmed during the technical review, before a quote is produced.
We have extensive experience machining a wide range of materials, including:
- Aluminium
- Stainless steel
- Tool steel
- Titanium and Inconel
- Brass and copper
- Engineering plastics
If you have a specific grade in mind, just ask—we can likely machine it.
We primarily serve the automotive testing, aerospace, defence, power generation, as well as various OEMs. Our AS9100 certification makes us a trusted partner for products with strict quality and traceability requirements.
Yes. Kristek Precision is fully AS9100 Certified, which means our quality management system meets the aerospace and defence industry’s standards. We follow rigorous inspection and documentation protocols on every job.
You can view our certification here.
Our core focus is batch work, and production. Our systems and processes are developed around being able to supply consistent and reliable parts with high-quality standards.
That being said, some customers need a verification batch or initial design before they go into production, we can help with this too.
Yes – by default all orders receive a C of C, included. However, we can also provide full First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and dimensional inspection reports, if required. All inspections are carried out in-house using calibrated CMM and precision tools. For FAI we use the AS9102 standard but can use customer specific reports too.
You can contact us through our website or email us directly with your technical drawings, associated specifications, and quantities. Once we’ve fully understood your requirements, we provide a detailed quotation, including lead time and any assumptions / supporting notes. This way you know exactly what is (and what isn’t) being offered.
Ready to Talk?
If you think we might be a good fit for your production requirements, we would welcome a phone call to understand more, and see how we can help. Feel free to email, use the contact form, or ring us on: 01225 707646