Smart Manufacturing Ltd

16/08/2026

We are proud to support our local grassroots football club 🔴 ⚫. Their recent victory is a testament to the hard work, commitment, and professionalism shown by everyone involved. Congratulations to the team on an excellent and well‑deserved win

Well done to our under 10s today Barnstaple Youth FC pre season tournament shield winners!!
After a very competitive group stage pushing some very good teams all the way this team have really pushed on this Season.
With over half the team playing a year up as well 🏆🔴🌑⚽️👏

Also a massive shout out to Kyle’s team who flew through their group into the cup competition. Eventually losing out to a very strong team from away, All their hard work is really starting to show. A fantastic achievement 👏⚽️🔴🌑

WDY Construction Ltd
Smart Manufacturing Ltd
M.R Complete Access Scaffolding
Barton Scaffolding
Brewer Harding & Rowe Solicitors LLP

13/08/2026

Smart Manufacturing Ltd has been shortlisted — and we’re buzzing! 🚀🏆

We’re incredibly proud to announce that the company has been shortlisted as a Regional Finalist in the prestigious Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2026, competing in the Strategic Business Growth category for the South region.

This recognition highlights Smart Manufacturing Ltd’s sustained commitment to innovation, investment, and forward‑thinking growth within the UK manufacturing sector. Over the past year, the company has continued to expand its capabilities, strengthen partnerships across multiple industries, and deliver high‑performance manufacturing solutions that support clients nationwide 🔧📈✨

Our team has worked tirelessly to push boundaries, elevate our standards, and deliver exceptional value to our customers. Being shortlisted for this award is a testament to the dedication, skill, and passion of everyone involved.

We’re honoured to be recognised among the region’s most dynamic and ambitious manufacturers.” 💙🙌

The Make UK Manufacturing Awards celebrate excellence, resilience, and innovation across the sector, recognising businesses that demonstrate outstanding strategic growth, leadership, and long‑term vision.

We now looks ahead to the regional finals with excitement and pride — and with huge appreciation for the team and clients who have helped drive this achievement forward 🚀🔩🔥

11/08/2026

⚡ High‑speed precision in action!
Our Amada Ventis 3015AJ laser, paired with the AS‑LUL automated tower, is cutting thousands of parts with effortless consistency and zero downtime.

🤖 Automated loading & unloading
📏 Intelligent nesting for maximum sheet utilisation
♻️ Minimal material wastage
🔥 Quality and efficiency at scale

This is modern manufacturing — streamlined, sustainable, and built for clients who demand the best.

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any of the below:

✅ CNC milling and turning.
✅ Welding and fabrication.
✅ Supply & Extract ventilation.
✅ Sub-Con Sheetmetal work.
✅ 2D CAD design / 3D modelling and simulation.
✅ CNC Precision Laser cutting.
✅ CNC Precision punching.
✅ Assembly and Fastener insertion.
✅ Balustrade and Handrails.

☎️ 01237 471977
📧 [email protected]

16/06/2026

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Don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any of the below:

✅ CNC milling and turning.
✅ Welding and fabrication.
✅ Supply & Extract ventilation.
✅ Sub-Con Sheetmetal work.
✅ 2D CAD design / 3D modelling and simulation.
✅ CNC Precision Laser cutting.
✅ CNC Precision punching.
✅ Assembly and Fastener insertion.
✅ Balustrade and Handrails.

☎️ 01237 471977
📧 [email protected]

11/06/2026

We’ve been a little quiet on here lately… but only because things have been full throttle in the factory and out on site 🚀🔧

Our production team has been flat out manufacturing high‑quality engineered solutions, while our site crew has been just as busy installing everything our amazing team has built 👏💙

Most recently, we’ve completed a brand‑new ventilation system for a local company’s production area — including a fully in‑house manufactured AHU 🛠️💨

We’ve also delivered a fully welded stainless‑steel bund for a major internationally recognised aerospace & defence company down in Exeter ✈️🛡️

Another run of precision‑engineered, in‑house solutions delivered by the Smart team 💪✨

09/06/2026

🔥 Ready to take your TIG welding skills to the next level?

Join one of North Devon’s most advanced engineering companies and work on cutting-edge projects in a modern, high-spec environment ⚙️✨.

We’re looking for a skilled, detail-focused welder who takes pride in precision and craftsmanship 🧰💪.

If you want to be part of an innovative team where your expertise is valued and your career can grow 📈—this is your opportunity.

Apply now, we'd love to hear from you 🚀!

https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=627dc3716ef6e0cf&from=shareddesktop_copy

14/05/2026

We’ve only gone and entered the Manufacturing Awards 2026… 👀🏆

After the growth we’ve had, it felt rude not to 🚀

Let’s see if the judges agree… 🤞😏

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any of the below:

✅ CNC milling and turning.
✅ Welding and fabrication.
✅ Supply & Extract ventilation.
✅ Sub-Con Sheetmetal work.
✅ 2D CAD design / 3D modelling and simulation.
✅ CNC Precision Laser cutting.
✅ CNC Precision punching.
✅ Assembly and Fastener insertion.
✅ Balustrade and Handrails.

☎️ 01237 471977
📧 [email protected]

14/05/2026

We’ve only gone and entered the Manufacturing Awards 2026… 👀🏆

After the growth we’ve had, it felt rude not to 🚀

Let’s see if the judges agree… 🤞😏

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any of the below:

✅ CNC milling and turning.
✅ Welding and fabrication.
✅ Supply & Extract ventilation.
✅ Sub-Con Sheetmetal work.
✅ 2D CAD design / 3D modelling and simulation.
✅ CNC Precision Laser cutting.
✅ CNC Precision punching.
✅ Assembly and Fastener insertion.
✅ Balustrade and Handrails.

☎️ 01237 471977
📧 [email protected]

06/05/2026

Smart Manufacturing Ltd Celebrates 40 Years of Engineering Excellence!

Smart Manufacturing Ltd is proud to announce the celebration of its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of continued growth, engineering expertise, and trusted manufacturing partnerships.

Founded in 1986 by Martin Murch, the company began with humble beginnings and has since evolved into a multi million pound turnover manufacturing business, operating from Bideford, North Devon. Under Martin’s leadership as Founder and Managing Director, Smart Manufacturing Ltd has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and delivering engineered solutions across a wide range of industries.

Over the past 40 years, the business has consistently reinvested in state of the art technology and automation, expanded its facilities to support growing demand, and strengthened its end to end capabilities — from design and precision sheet metal fabrication through to CNC machining, fabrication, finishing, and assembly. Along the way, the company has also been recognised with industry awards, reflecting its commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Today, Smart Manufacturing Ltd supports clients across sectors including healthcare, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, construction, marine, defence, and general manufacturing, delivering complex projects with a focus on quality, efficiency, and long term partnerships.

Marking this milestone, the company has released a short anniversary reel showcasing key moments from its history and a selection of projects delivered over the years, highlighting both how far the business has come and the people who have played a role in its success.

Speaking on the anniversary, the company reflected on the importance of its team, clients, and partners, all of whom have contributed to Smart Manufacturing Ltd’s journey over the last four decades. As the business looks to the future, it remains focused on continued investment, innovation, and supporting customers with reliable, high quality manufacturing solutions.

Smart Manufacturing Ltd — proudly engineering quality since 1986.

03/05/2026

We’re incredibly proud to support our local Under‑9s team this season ⚽💙.
Grassroots football plays such an important role in our community — it brings people together, gives youngsters a place to grow in confidence, learn teamwork and make memories that last a lifetime 🙌.

It’s a privilege to back the next generation and cheer them on every step of the way 🔴⚫️💪.

⚫️🔴 U9s Update 🔴⚫️

Today our U9s took part in the Bideford AFC Youth tournament- after a solid set of group games for both teams - they unfortunately ended up playing each other in the 1/4s of the cup , one side progressed and then got to the final and unfortunately lost to a very strong Bristol side - well done 👏 to the boys.

This was the 2nd week the boys wore there super new kit 😍 - they would like to say a massive THANK YOU to the amazing sponsors of this new kit

M.R Complete Access Scaffolding
Barton Scaffolding
Smart Manufacturing Ltd
WDY Construction Ltd

You must agree it looks 👌 - without our amazing sponsors we would be lost 🙏