Specialist Mechanical, Welding & Inspection Services in North West UK

At Lamont Engineering Services, we offer a rare combination of hands-on trade expertise and deep technical knowledge built over three decades in heavy industry, marine engineering, fabrication, and training. Based in Parbold, Wigan, and working across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, and Merseyside, we deliver dependable, detailed solutions for mechanical systems, welding, inspection, and more. Led by Craig Lamont, our services cover everything from high-spec fabrication and pipework to modern electrical systems, hydraulics, machining, and advanced manufacturing support. Whether it’s for ship refits, apprenticeship training, or Industry 4.0 technologies, our work is grounded in real-world standards and precision.

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Fabrication, Fitting & Vessel Maintenance

We specialise in fabricating and assembling components to internationally recognised standards including ISO, IMO, Lloyd’s Register, ASME, and Bureau Veritas. This includes:

Valve, pipe, and manhole fitting
Structural and pressure-boundary fabrication
Surface preparation and coating
Detailed drawing, cutting, and welding
Quality inspection and compliance checks

Craig has worked on refit and maintenance projects for marine vessels and testing rigs, with practical knowledge of fitting and testing components in high-pressure, regulated environments. Every weld and fitting is done with attention to safety and long-term performance.

Welding Services (Including “Above the Waterline” Work)

Craig is currently retraining and requalifying for welding codes, reflecting an ongoing commitment to the most challenging marine and offshore welding conditions.

Welding techniques include:

Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
TIG welding (as developed for Bentley Motors training programmes)
MIG Welding (General Fabrication)
MMA “Stick” welding process all welding positions.
Structural Welding /Fabrication for marine and industrial applications

All welding services are delivered with reference to code-specific standards and decades of practical experience in marine environments.

Pipefitting & Rigging

We offer precision pipefitting for fluid and gas transport systems, built to marine and industrial tolerances. Whether it’s retrofitting or new installations, systems are laid out with efficiency and access in mind.

Craig also brings rigging experience with:

Cantilever cranes
Lifting ropes and hoists
Safe manual handling and placement of heavy components

These services are informed by real work on jack-up rigs and testing vessels, not just classroom training.

Machining – Manual & CNC

Machining capabilities include:

Manual Lathe Work
Bridgeport Milling Machine operation
XYZ CNC programming and setting

This allows for production and adjustment of precision components across a wide range of tolerances. Craig has delivered hands-on CNC training and implemented machining modules into technical college courses, so every job benefits from an engineering-led understanding of tooling, feed rates, and finish quality.

Electrical Systems & Controls

We provide electrical support for small-scale and industrial installations, particularly within mechanical and marine contexts. Experience includes:

2-phase and 3-phase VFD systems
Delta/Star configurations
Low-voltage installations and diagnostics
Troubleshooting power delivery and automation

These skills were developed in tandem with inspection training and instructional work for civil and electrical inspections abroad.

Hydraulics & Pneumatics with PLC Integration

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems are tested and trained using an SEC test rig with integrated PLCs. Services include:

Troubleshooting hydraulic faults
Integrating fluid systems with programmable logic control
Installing and commissioning simple automation rigs

Craig has used this blend of mechanical and digital control to support both teaching and real-world systems in workshops.

Inspection Services

Full inspection support is available across multiple disciplines, including:

Welding Inspection
Mechanical Inspection
Electrical Inspection
NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) – oversight and basic preparation
Civil Inspection for structural compliance

With previous involvement in apprenticeship assessment frameworks and offshore safety protocols, Craig understands how to inspect, report, and advise with authority and accuracy.

Training & Curriculum Development

Craig has designed and delivered specialist training modules for:

Bentley Motors (Health & Safety, Manual Drawing, CAD, TIG Welding)
ITQAN College, Saudi Arabia (UK CGLI curriculum delivery, teacher training, inspections)
Technical Colleges (UK EPA framework for the Defence Maritime sector)

He has also led staff development including:

Graded OFSTED-style observations
Staff coaching and feedback
Exam setup and invigilation
Assessor and Verifier qualifications for TVTC colleges in Saudi Arabia

This makes Lamont Engineering Services a trusted partner for clients who need not just delivery, but also technical oversight, training, or skill development.

Advanced Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 Capabilities

Though not offered commercially at scale, Craig has studied and integrated Industry 4.0 tools at a Level 2 college level, including:

CNC programming and live demonstrations
PLCs: Siemens S1200 with conveyor systems
Additive manufacturing principles
CAD tools: Autodesk Inventor, Siemens NX, Onshape
Robotics: Dobots, UFactory Lite 6 Cobots
Virtual Reality: using STEEM for visualisation
Artificial Intelligence: using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and NVIDIA-based test platforms
These tools are taught with clarity and context, ensuring students and clients alike understand how these systems work in real-life engineering environments.

Health and Safety

We operate with a firm foundation in workplace safety. Craig holds:

IOSH Management of Health and Safety (2023)
Abrasive Wheels Certification (since 2007)

Safety is built into every process, from planning and risk assessment through to final delivery.

If you’re looking for an engineering service that understands the detail, delivers with pride, and doesn’t cut corners, Lamont Engineering Services is ready to help. From fabrication to electrical and inspection work, we bring full-spectrum support with decades of experience behind it.

Get in touch for expert engineering, welding, inspection, and fabrication services across the North West.