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9th May 2023
Motor lamination manufacturing processes: A comparison of stamping, laser cutting and chemical etching
In this article, we compare the three main methods of manufacturing motor laminations and explore how etching can offer a number of benefits.
3rd April 2023
5 reasons why electronic component manufacturers can’t overlook chemical etching
Discover how chemical etching provides an innovative process for manufacturing cost-effective electronic components. Read more.
15th March 2023
What are the technical considerations for photochemical etching precision metal parts?
This article explores the key technical guidelines for photochemical etching, including material selection, feature sizes, accuracy and more.
9th March 2023
What’s an apprenticeship like with Precision Micro?
Following the launch of our 2023 scheme, we caught up with some of our first-year apprentices to find out about their experiences so far.
20th February 2023
Case study: Why photochemical etching is the ideal solution for Vestatec’s luxury speaker grilles
In our latest case study, we learn how Vestatec utilised Precision Micro's speaker grille etching service to open up a new world of possibilities.
12th December 2022
Looking to the future with investments in people, plant and planet
From multi-million-pound investments through to strengthening our ESG journey, 2022 has been about building for the future.
6th November 2022
How chemical etching can overcome supply chain uncertainty in 2023
Learn how chemical etching can ease supply chain disruption by producing components faster, with greater flexibility and less waste.
13th September 2022
Etch tags: What are they and why are they important?
Etch tags are a vital part of the etching process: but what are they and why are they important? We explain everything you need to know.
1st August 2022
Chemical etching vs conventional cutting: How do they stack up?
Find out how chemical etching compares against against stamping, laser cutting, wire EDM and more in this comparison guide.
14th July 2022
Cost-effective bipolar plate manufacture for PEM & SOEC electrolysers
Chemical etching offers faster and more flexible production of electrolyser bipolar plates than traditional machining methods. Read More.
14th March 2022
Our ESG commitment: Investing for the environment and our customers
Learn how Precision Micro has worked to find solutions that benefits the environment and our customers. Read More.
20th February 2022
How chemical etching is transforming the world of electric vehicle design
In this article, we look at how etching can produce electric vehicle components more cost-effectively, without compromising on precision.
15th December 2021
A successful year adapting to change
2021 has been another successful year of adapting to change, thanks to the incredible support of our customers. Learn More.
1st December 2021
Plate heat exchangers: Why engineers should consider chemical etching
Learn how plate heat exchangers can be made faster and with greater precision by switching machining to chemical etching.
2nd November 2021
Chemical etching: At the forefront of next-gen automotive power
Learn how Precision Micro is supporting the commercialisation of hydrogen through the use of chemical etching. Read More.
18th October 2021
Complex component prototyping in as little as 24 hours
Learn how chemical etching can reduce lead times and costs when prototyping complex precision metal components from almost any metal.
21st June 2021
Medical device manufacturer partners with Precision Micro to increase etched shim production
Chemical etching has enabled a leading German-based manufacturer of nebulisers to quickly scale its metal shim production. Read More.
26th May 2021
Which metals are suitable for chemical etching?
In this article, we look at some of the typical materials suitable for chemical etching, including those considered hard to machine.
2nd March 2021
Photochemical etching: Three reasons to trust it for your next metal component prototype
Learn how photo etching can simplify prototype production, allowing for the delivery of high-quality parts in just a few days.
23rd February 2021
How much does chemical etching cost?
In this post, we learn how much chemical etching costs and explore what to consider to make the process more economical. Find out more.
5th February 2021
Precision Micro’s role in the hydrogen space
In this article we explores how Precision Micros's services are excelling in the hydrogen space. Learn More.
15th January 2021
Reducing cost, risk and uncertainty in the supply of precision metal components
We look at how photochemical etching can offer a faster, simpler, and smarter precision metal component supply solution. Read More.
4th December 2020
2020: An eventful year
Gain insight into the number of various challenges we have faced and overcome over the course of 2020. Read More.
23rd November 2020
Overcoming thermal and cutting edge stress to maximise performance
In this post, we explore the impact of thermal and cutting-edge stress and how it can be overcome with chemical etching. Find out more.
6th November 2020
The top 5 chemical etching benefits
Compared with stamping and laser cutting, chemical etching has numerous advantages. In this post, we run down the top 5 benefits. Read More.
5th October 2020
The issue with burring
Almost every industry requires precision components. In the electronics industry, for instance, the sustained increase in demand for products is...
25th August 2020
Quality in chemical etching: £1 million investment in quality and plant upgrades
Precision Micro has invested in excess of £1 million into their chemical etching facility, ensuring precision and quality. Find out more.
8th June 2020
How Precision Micro is leading the way for manufacturers responding to Covid-19
Discover how Precision Micro is supporting the fight against COVID-19 and providing the highest levels of safety for our staff. Learn More.
27th April 2020
Supporting the global supply of ventilators
Due to cases of coronavirus proliferating, we’ve ramped up our production of critical medical parts for ventilators. Read more.
17th March 2020
A guide to photochemical machining: Precision parts made simple
Photochemical machining (PCM) is a cost-effective process for creating precise metal parts. Learn its advantages and limitations.
13th February 2020
A look at chemical etching
In an interview with Canadian Metalworking, Karl Hollis, engineering director at Precision Micro, explains the chemical etching process.
20th January 2020
Chemical etching companies: A guide to supplier selection
Looking for a chemical etching company? Our guide outlines the key selection criteria and the benefits of Precision Micro's process.
4th July 2019
Chemical etching process step-by-step
In this post, we look at chemical etching step by step. For an in-depth guide to the process, download...
17th May 2019
Bipolar plate manufacture: Why fuel cell engineers should consider chemical etching
Chemical etching offers faster and more flexible fuel cell bipolar plate manufacture versus stamping and hydroforming. Learn More.
25th March 2019
Cost-effective precision metal manufacturing
Chemical etching offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional sheet metalworking methods like stamping & laser cutting. Learn More.
17th January 2019
Stainless steel etching process: How does stainless steel etching work?
Learn how we use chemical etching to etch complex and intricate components from stainless steel. Read More.
5th December 2018
Aluminium etching: Sheet aluminium machining made simple!
Precision Micro supplies accurate, repeatable precision aluminum components using its market-leading aluminum etching service. Learn More.
28th June 2018
Photo etched speaker grilles: A sound approach
Precision Micro’s market-leading chemical etching service enables the manufacture of aesthetic and functional speaker grilles. Find out more.
4th June 2018
Getting the measure of etching: Why you shouldn’t always default to stamping
Find out how chemical etching offers a number of benefits over stamping including low-cost tooling, and flat, stress and burr-free components.
3rd April 2018
Chemical etching metals conventional machining finds too difficult
Find out why chemical etching is suitable for a range hard to machine metals, and how Precision Micro can offer supply on a production scale.
8th February 2018
Chemical etching: What your competitors don’t want you to know!
Explore the secrets of chemical etching and why it's opening up possibilities for design engineers which were previously deemed unattainable.
16th November 2017
Photo etching: Versatile machining for almost any metal
This article explores the different materials suitable for photo etching, their strengths, and their limitations. Find out more.
12th October 2017
Chemical etching process: 10 frequently asked questions
From suitable materials to lead time, cost and accuracy. In this article we look at the 10 most frequently asked chemical etching questions.
30th August 2017
A guide to chemical etching for design engineers
Read our comprehensive guide to chemical etching for design engineers, covering tooling, materials, features, benefits, and more.
17th June 2016
What is chemical etching and how does it work?
This article explores the chemical etching process, how it works, and its advantages over traditional sheet metal machining processes.
13th June 2016
Photo etched profiles enhance product functionality
We have created an article detailing how photochemical etching can enhance product functionality. Learn More.
24th October 2014
The economic manufacture of lead frames – a technical comparison
Precision Micro have created a technical comparison of the economic manufacture of lead frames. Learn More.
23rd September 2014
Versatile technology opens up design avenues
In this article we discuss how chemical etching technology allows for new design possibilities and product development. Learn more.
26th August 2014
Etched metal flexure springs improve Thales space cryocooler performance
This case study looks at why chemical etching was chosen by Thales Cryogenics to produce flexure springs for a space cryocooler. Read more.
16th July 2014
Chemical etching of precision parts for safety critical applications
Learn how chemical etching is the perfect solution for any application that requires absolute precision and a zero failure rate. Read More.
16th June 2014
Chemical etching aluminium for exacting industrial applications
This article looks at the problems of machining aluminum, and how chemical etching can offer a repeatable and consistent solution. Read more.
