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50+ Years
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Engineering Metals & Fixings Supplier in Bath
Established in 1972, Avery Knight & Bowlers has built a reputation as a trusted supplier of engineering materials, fixings, and tools. Our expertise spans decades, combining the legacy of two respected companies - Avery Knight, founded in Bath in 1972, and Bowlers Engineering Supplies Ltd established in 1970. Through our merger in 1982, we've expanded our capabilities to serve both trade and DIY customers with a comprehensive range of metals, plastics, and specialist products. Our team of experienced professionals offers tailored solutions, from standard components to custom fabrication, supported by our own delivery service. We maintain extensive stocks of stainless steel, aluminium, brass, bronze, mild steel, and engineering plastics in various forms. Our machining and fabrication services utilise advanced CNC technology to deliver precision components.

As part of the Atkinson Group, we uphold family-driven values while maintaining innovation in our product offerings. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our ISO-certified processes and comprehensive material certifications. We provide technical support and engineering expertise to help customers select the most appropriate materials for their specific applications. Our Bath-based facility offers convenient access to our full product range, with nationwide delivery and global export capabilities. We specialise in meeting bespoke requirements through our custom fabrication services and material processing. Our knowledgeable staff, with over 25 years' experience on average, provide practical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
Services
Stainless Steel Aluminium Brass & Bronze Mild Steel Machining Services
Details
  • Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 50 years' experience in engineering materials supply
  • Our team provides tailored solutions for specialist applications
  • We maintain extensive stocks of high-quality metal products
  • Our machining services use advanced CNC technology
  • We provide nationwide delivery and global export capabilities
Services
Stainless Steel
Our stainless steel range includes round bar, flat bar, square bar, angle, tubes, sheet, plate and mesh. This corrosion-resistant material offers durability and strength for engineering applications. We provide cut-to-size options and fabrication services for custom requirements.
Aluminium
We supply aluminium in various forms including tubes, sheet, treadplate, round bar, square bar and flat bar. This lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal suits structural and manufacturing applications. Custom cutting and fabrication services are available.
Machining Services
Our CNC machining capabilities include multi-axis milling, turning and 5-axis technology. We produce precision components from metal and plastic materials to customer specifications. Engineering support is available for detailed drawings.
Sheet & Mesh
We offer steel, stainless steel, aluminium and brass sheet metal with in-house cutting services. Our mesh products include welded, woven wire and expanded metal options for various industrial applications.
Fasteners & Fixings
Our comprehensive range includes washers, rivets, anchors, screws, bolts and nuts in stainless steel, brass and other materials. We offer split-box quantities and specialist fixings for construction and engineering applications.
Questions
What materials do you stock?
We stock stainless steel, aluminium, brass, bronze, mild steel and engineering plastics in various forms including bars, sheets, tubes and mesh.
Do you offer custom fabrication?
Yes, we provide machining and fabrication services using CNC technology for custom components in metal and plastic materials.
Can you cut materials to size?
Yes, we offer in-house cutting services for sheet metal and mesh products to meet your specific requirements.
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes, we have our own delivery service covering the UK with export capabilities worldwide.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:50pm, Friday 8:00am-3:50pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Are you part of a larger group?
Yes, we're part of the Atkinson Group, a family of engineering and construction companies with shared expertise and resources.