How Trac Precision Solutions manufactures turbine components for Rolls-Royce and Siemens with make-to-print capability
What truly sets Trac Precision Solutions Ltd (Trac) apart from competitors is its ability to deliver a complete ‘make-to-print’ manufacturing solution. From interpreting complex customer specifications to coordinating a highly specialized external supply chain, Trac manages every stage with precision. Based in Crewe, Cheshire, the company was founded in 2003 and, later part of a major US aerospace and industrial engineering company, has evolved into a specialist manufacturer of high precision, high temperature turbine components for global aerospace, defense and industrial gas turbine markets.
Machining complex hot section components, operating in extreme heat environments, and using advanced CNC processes, Trac’s expertise has positioned it as a trusted supplier to major OEMs – such as Rolls-Royce, GE, Siemens and Safran. Liam Bevington, Managing Director, tells Manufacturing Today more about the company’s growth, high-end clients and future plans: “In 2022, Trac was acquired by private investor Rcapital and this restored profitability through operational restructuring, investment in innovation and re-branding,” elaborates Liam. “This set the stage for its acquisition by PTC Industries Ltd (PTC) in 2024, fol-lowing UK NSIA approval, integrating us into a global materials and aerospace manufacturing group. The most recently disclosed revenue for Trac stood at £24.76 million for the period ending 30 April 2024, reflecting its renewed commercial strength ahead of its next phase of international expansion.”
Growth strategy
Furthermore, its growth strategy involves implementing rapid expansion between now and 2028, with a strategic objective to grow Trac’s annual revenue to over £50 million. “Achieving this target is closely linked to the work we’re doing with both new and long‑standing customers, many of whom are signaling significant volume increases as global demand for turbine components continues to rise,” reveals Liam.
The group specializes in producing critical components of gas turbine engines, engineered to perform flawlessly in extreme, high temperature environments and keep modern aero engines and industrial turbines running efficiently, safely and reliably. Liam continues: “This end-to-end capability means our customers can rely on us, not just for exceptional components, but for a seamless, fully managed manufacturing journey that brings together advanced machining, intricate finishing processes and rigorous quality assurance to meet the toughest industry standards.”
With Trac’s client portfolio featuring huge international brands, Liam describes nurturing customer relationships as a ‘deliberate, long-term effort built on trust, technical collaboration and consistent delivery’ and it works closely with customers from the earliest design stages through to production. “This early involvement helps us solve challenges together, streamline industrialization, and strengthen the partnership beyond a traditional supplier relationship,” he details. “We focus on clear communication and reliability. Customers receive regular updates and transparent production planning, which helps build confidence in our ability to deliver. As demand grows across the sector, we support customers through significant volume increases, adapting capacity and investing in equipment to ensure we stay ahead of their needs.”
Alongside customer relations, acquisitions and partnerships are pivotal to Trac. Acquired by PTC two years ago, this support has enabled the company to accelerate improvements, and PTC’s practical backing of growth plans has had a clear and positive impact – including the approval of over £5 million of investment in new machinery, and expanding capacity of PTC’s 50-acre site in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, which houses India’s newly inaugurated Titanium & Superalloy Materials Plant. “PTC’s long-term approach also gives us stability,” adds Liam. “They are a committed owner, rather than a short-term shareholder, which provides a solid foundation for planning future development. One of the most significant opportunities ahead is the potential to source castings directly from within the PTC group. potential to source castings directly from within the PTC group.
One further partnership that has shaped Trac’s growth is an ongoing collaboration with Cheshire College – South & West, of which Liam plays an active role on the Employer Advisory Board. “This close relationship has become far more than a formality,” he highlights. “It’s a strategic pipeline for nurturing future talent. By working hand-in-hand with the college, we’ve been able to refine and deliver a robust apprenticeship program, ensuring young engineers gain real-world, hands-on experience with cutting edge manufacturing technologies. Beyond apprenticeships, the partnership also supports continuous training and upskilling for our existing team, helping us stay ahead in an industry where precision, innovation and technical excellence are everything.” Teamwork is more than just a company value – it is part of Trac’s DNA. “Many col-leagues are connected through long‑standing friendships or even family ties and this creates a supportive environment where collaboration happens instinctively,” shares Liam. “There is also a deep well of experience across the workforce, which is actively shared, whether through formal training, mentoring, or simply stepping in to help colleagues on the shop floor. The result is a culture where people feel confident asking questions and continuously developing their skills.”
With priorities for 2026 firmly centered around strengthening capability and delivering on the next phase of its growth strategy, Trac is also planning to invest around £20 million in advanced manufacturing equipment over the next four years. This includes a mix of high precision CNC grinding machines and the latest metrology and measurement technologies. “These investments are not just about adding capacity, they’re about ensuring we can meet rising customer volumes, support increasingly complex product development work, and stay ahead in an industry where precision and repeatability are absolutely critical.” Liam states.
Key focuses this year will be bringing online the new equipment already on order, as well as new product introduction (NPI). “We have several significant NPI programs scheduled, many of which involve complex turbine components and emerging technologies.” Looking three to five years ahead, Liam expects Trac to be a substantially larger and more capable organization than it is today. He concludes: “Ultimately, we see Trac operating at a higher level of scale and technical capability, delivering complex components more efficiently and playing an even more significant role across the aerospace, defense and energy sectors.”
