LBBC Beechwood
Company Profile
Welcome to LBBC Beechwood – Engineering Excellence Since 1876
Trusted by Global Leaders in Key Industries: At LBBC Beechwood, we're not just a company; we are a partner of choice for some of the world's most prestigious organisations in the Subsea, Defence, and Energy sectors. Our success is defined by the enduring trust and confidence these industry leaders place in our capabilities. Among our valued clientele are giants like BAE Systems, John Fisher Defence, Rolls Royce, GE Aviation, and Pratt & Whitney. They rely on us for fabricating high-quality pressure vessels and a range of bespoke products, including our pioneering Quicklock® door, watertight doors, hatches, and pressure-retaining equipment.
Our Heritage and Customer-Centric Approach: Originating in 1876 as part of the family-owned LBBC Group, we have evolved through five generations, continually strengthening our customer relationships. Our long-standing partnerships are a testament to our commitment to meeting and exceeding client expectations. Specialising in pressure vessel-based applications, we've grown alongside our clients, adapting and innovating to meet their ever-changing needs, meaning our revolutionary Quicklock® Door has been used on submarine manufacture for over 60 years.
Innovation Driven by Customer Needs: Our innovation strategy is customer-focused. Through collaborations with UK academic institutions, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP), and Innovate EDGE programmes, we stay ahead of the curve, ensuring that we are always ready to meet our clients' evolving requirements with cutting-edge solutions.
Pioneering Sustainable Manufacturing for Our Clients: Recognising our clients' growing emphasis on sustainability, we were selected for the Fit for H2 & CCUS pilot in 2023 and achieved 'fit for status' in early 2024. This achievement underscores our commitment to supporting our clients' goals in the transition to a net-zero future, offering innovative solutions tailored to their specific sector needs.
Engineering Excellence for Our Clients' Success: Our turnkey solutions are crafted with our clients' unique challenges in mind. We pride ourselves on minimising reliance on subcontractors, thereby reducing project risks and ensuring a smoother path to success for our clients. Our in-house capabilities, such as advanced fabrication and welding, precision CNC milling and turning, specialised vertical boring, and comprehensive NDT and pressure testing facilities, are all geared towards delivering excellence for our clients.
Accreditations
- ASME U: For the fabrication of boiler & pressure vessels
- ASME S: For pressure retaining parts, power boilers & pressure vessels
- ASME UM: For miniature boilers & pressure vessels
- CHINA M STAMP: For manufacturing pressure vessels for China
- PD5500: British standard for design & manufacture of pressure vessels
- UK Defence Standards: Extensive experience since their inception in 2007
- ISO 9001: Quality Management Systems
- ISO 14001: Environmental Management Systems
- ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
- F4H2 & CCUS Granted