About CLE

CLE was established in 1973 by Kevin Wilkinson and Norman Burgess, and is today a highly reputed CNC Sub-Contract manufacturer of precision components working in partnership with its world class customers. Our loyalty and commitment is shown through investments in high technology machining, along with the drive of being the best at what we do.

We strive to create and maintain powerful customer relationships built on the foundations of quality, reliability and responsiveness.

Our highly skilled workforce and dedicated management team and ensure that our competitive advantage is sustained at every level by an exceptional value added service.

Chris Wilkinson
Position: Director
Chris has over 21 years of experience in the Engineering Industry and manages the machine shop. He is responsible for the initiation, design and implementation of the Fastems Automated System.

Helen Meloy
Position: Director
Helen has over 22 years of experience in the Engineering Industry and manages the financial side of the business. She graduated with a 1st class Honours Degree from the University of Huddersfield in Business and Management.

Lucy Holgate
Position: Director
Lucy has over 20 years of experience in the Engineering Industry and manages the Logistics side of the business. She is responsible for overseeing finishing operations, goods in and goods out.

Kevin and Elaine Wilkinson still remain active in the business, and are supported by our highly skilled and dedicated workforce

Environmental Responsibility

CLE is a environmentally responsible company, limiting its use of waste and encouraging recycling wherever possible.