Metal Shop Guide

11 shops · Cambridge and Ayr

Tool and die shops in Cambridge

Moulds, dies, jigs and fixtures. What Cambridge toolmakers need to quote, and how to check the production schedule.

  • 11shops listed
  • 5list a certification
  • 4take small jobs

11 shops

Dilast Tool & Die

Cambridge 6 km

  • Tool and die
  • Machining
  • Metal stamping
  • +3

Custom stamping dies, CNC machining, wire EDM, laser cutting and tooling repair for automotive, appliance and mining customers.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Takumi BridgeTakumi Seiki+6
Jobs
Can help with drawings
Since 1993 View shop

Egar Tool and Die

Cambridge 6 km

  • Tool and die
  • Metal stamping
  • Machining
  • +3

Automotive stamping dies, production stampings and welded assemblies, with CNC machining, tooling design and on-site die repair.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
1200T presses500 ton hydraulic press+4
Jobs
Production runs
Since 1978 View shop

Axis Tool & Gauge

Cambridge 4 km

  • Tool and die
  • Machining

Inspection fixtures, gauges and custom machined products for automotive manufacturers and other industrial customers.

Certs
ISO 9001
Equipment
DMG 5 Axis CNC Machines3 Axis CNC Mills+2
Jobs
Can help with drawings
Since 1995 View shop
  • Tool and die
  • Machining
  • Metal fabrication

Machine shop making die components, fixtures, one off parts and fabrications for automotive, mining and medical customers.

Certs
ISO 9001
Equipment
wire edm machines
Jobs
Takes small jobsCan help with drawings
Since 1999 View shop
  • Tool and die
  • Machining
  • Metal fabrication

Pattern and mould maker offering tooling, fixtures, prototypes, metal fabrication and design assistance.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
VMC 6030 CNC machine centre
Jobs
Prototypes
Since 1991 View shop

Bradshaw Steel Rule Dies

Cambridge 4 km

  • Tool and die
  • Repair and rebuilds

Steel rule die shop making custom dies for automotive components, electrical circuits, packaging and displays, with die repair services.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
automatic bender
Jobs
Can help with drawings
Since 1980 View shop

Cambridge Engravers

Cambridge 4 km

  • Tool and die

Industrial engraving shop working on steel stamps, dies, molds and precision parts, alongside trophies and personalized items.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Takes small jobs
1 services View shop

Larca Custom Machining

Cambridge 5 km

  • Machining
  • Tool and die
  • Repair and rebuilds

CNC machining, wire EDM and custom fixtures for individual parts and production, with emergency machining for breakdowns.

Certs
ISO 9001Controlled Goods
Equipment
VTL with live tooling4 pallet 5 axis+2
Jobs
Takes small jobsProduction runs
Since 1987 View shop

HQTec Machining

Cambridge 4 km

  • Machining
  • Tool and die

CNC machining shop producing hydraulic manifolds, custom production parts, prototypes and fixtures for manufacturers.

Certs
ISO 9001Controlled Goods
Equipment
HAAS VF5 Vertical Mill 5 AxisHAAS VF3 Vertical Mill 5 Axis+4
Jobs
Production runs
Since 1998 View shop
  • Machining
  • Tool and die
  • Metal fabrication
  • +3

Custom machining, fixtures, gauges, welding and fabrication for automotive and other industries, from one off components to production milling.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
5 Axis Matsuura MX 5203 Axis Fadal 4020+2
Jobs
Takes small jobsPrototypes
Since 2007 View shop
  • Machining
  • Tool and die

Precision machining, prototypes and production components for aerospace, medical, motorsports, green energy and electronics customers.

Certs
Controlled Goods
Equipment
5 axis milling machinesGF System 3R robot cell+1
Jobs
Prototypes
Since 200720 to 49 staff View shop

Before you call

Tool and die: the short version

Making the dies, moulds, jigs and fixtures that produce parts in volume.

When you need it

  • An injection mould for plastic parts
  • A stamping or progressive die
  • Jigs and fixtures for your line
  • Hard or fine parts cut by wire EDM

What to send the shop

  • Part drawings and 3D models
  • Material specifications
  • Production volumes
  • Your press or machine limits
  • Photos with a scale, if a tool exists

Typical lead time

Basic die plates: under 1 week at one Cambridge shop. Company plants may share orders.

Ask the shop

3 questions worth asking

  1. Q1

    How many cycles is the mould built for?

  2. Q2

    Can you make a prototype mould before the production tool?

  3. Q3

    Who owns the tool once it's paid for?

Questions

Tool and die FAQ

How long do die plates and sets take?

Anchor Danly lists basic die plates and sets at less than 1 week, and complex ones at 2 to 4 weeks. These are company timelines; orders may be routed between plants. Confirm where yours will be made.

Do those times cover a complete custom tool?

The posted times cover die plates and sets. Ask for a separate schedule for design, machining, trials and approval of your complete tool.

What should I send for a tooling quote?

Send part drawings, models, material specifications, production volumes and machine limits. For an existing tool, add photos with a scale.

Good to know

  • Give your yearly volume and ask who owns the tool once it is paid for.
  • No Cambridge shop we checked posts prices for this. Send a request to compare quotes.

Sources

  1. Anchor Danly, Cambridge facility, read Oct 28, 2026

Need tool and die done?

One free request reaches up to 3 Cambridge shops that do it.