Precision Micro, a UK-based specialist in chemical etching, has secured a contract to supply stainless-steel filters for a leading German manufacturer’s premium appliance line, with production due to start in November.
The etched filters will be assembled into subsystems in Germany before being incorporated into final products by the original equipment manufacturer. The contract marks a shift from plastic to metal components, a move aimed at improving durability and reinforcing the brand’s reputation for long-lasting, high-quality appliances.
Each filter, produced from 100-micron-thick stainless steel, contains hundreds of perforations requiring precise alignment and geometric accuracy. Annual output is expected to reach around 500,000 units.
Precision Micro uses chemical etching — a process that removes material through a controlled chemical reaction — to produce intricate metal features without the need for heavy tooling. Compared with stamping, etching enables the creation of fine perforations quickly and burr-free, making it suitable for large-scale production where both function and appearance are critical.
The company said it has invested more than £6 million in automation and advanced production lines to maintain consistency and minimise manual handling. Markus Rettig, Sales Manager at Precision Micro Germany, provided local project support, ensuring close coordination with the customer.
“Unlike many etched components, which are hidden within assemblies, these filters will be visible inside the appliances, giving consumers a direct impression of quality,” said Rettig. “The first samples were clean, flat, and burr-free — the quality really spoke for itself. Development involved several design revisions, and our ability to update tooling and deliver new samples within 48 hours proved vital to keeping the project on schedule.”
The contract highlights Precision Micro’s growing role as a supplier to international OEMs, combining UK-based manufacturing with local European support. Rising demand for precision-engineered components in both consumer and industrial markets, the company said, continues to drive expansion opportunities across the sector.
