Preston Technical Ltd

Preston Technical Ltd An Innovative and Diverse Industrial Product Adhesive Conversion Company. Find your bonding solution.

25/02/2026

On our latest visit to Epinay Business & Enterprise School, we’ve loved looking back at footage from our very first trip.

Seeing how the students have grown in confidence and skills since then makes us incredibly proud to continue supporting such an inspiring school.

Thank you again tothe North East Automotive Alliance for the introduction — we’re excited to keep building this relationship.

Adhesive Tape Trends of 2025: What’s Sticking? 🏆The adhesive tape industry is evolving fast! Here are the top trends sha...
17/04/2025

Adhesive Tape Trends of 2025: What’s Sticking? 🏆

The adhesive tape industry is evolving fast! Here are the top trends shaping the market this year:

✅ Sustainable Solutions ♻️ – Eco-friendly tapes made from biodegradable, recyclable, and bio-based materials are on the rise!
✅ Next-Gen Performance 🔬 – Nano-engineered and high-durability tapes are revolutionising industries like automotive, electronics, and aerospace.
✅ Medical Advancements 🏥 – Hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, and skin-friendly tapes are in high demand for healthcare applications.
✅ Smart Adhesives 💡 – Cutting-edge tapes with superior bonding, heat resistance, and extreme durability are setting new industry standards.
✅ Supply Chain Watch ⏳ – Manufacturers are tackling raw material challenges to keep production smooth and efficient.

Innovation is sticking around—what are your thoughts on these trends? Drop a comment below!

Double Nomination Alert! 🚨We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Preston Technical has been nominated for not one, but ...
10/04/2025

Double Nomination Alert! 🚨

We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Preston Technical has been nominated for not one, but TWO awards at the Made in the North West Awards! 🎉

💡 One nomination is for our game-changing TabTech solution – once again recognised for its innovation in the automotive industry. Over 30 years of doing things differently is finally being recognised!

🚗 The second nomination? The Automotive, Aerospace & Rail Award
– and we’re honoured to be named alongside giants like Jaguar and Bentley Motors. Just incredible.

We’re so proud of our team and can’t wait for the awards ceremony. The future is looking bright for Preston Technical! 💪✨

What a brilliant night at the North East Automotive AllianceNorth East Automotive Alliance Annual Awards 2025! 🚗✨It was ...
01/04/2025

What a brilliant night at the North East Automotive AllianceNorth East Automotive Alliance Annual Awards 2025! 🚗✨

It was truly inspiring to see the incredible talent, innovation, and determination that the North East Automotive Alliance East has to offer. The future of the automotive industry is looking bright!

A proud moment for the Preston Technical team as we took home our first award for innovation with our patented product TabTech! 🏆🔧

A huge thank you to the NEAA for an unforgettable evening—here’s to many more! 🚀

11/03/2025

We're pleased to announce the 2025 shortlist:

Geoff Ford MBE Apprentice Award (sponsored by Gateshead College)
• Ethan Constables, Unipres - UK Limited • Eve Kennedy, Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK • Abbiemay Wilkinson, Marelli

Graduate Award (sponsored by Jabil)
• Chris Fitzpatrick, Faltec Europe • Liam Wilson, Marelli • Kiera Yilmaz, Magna Exteriors Sunderland

Women Who Inspire in Automotive Award (sponsored by Marelli)
• Claire Jones, Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK • Antonia-Lee Walker, ElringKlinger GB • Marion Milsom, Springfield Ne Limited

Innovation Award (sponsored by Newcastle University)
• Large/Multi-National: Jabil, MADE NE, Port of Tyne • SME: IPS Newcastle Preston Technical Ltd Springfield Ne Limited

Digital Transformation Award (sponsored by Hitachi Digital Services)
• Jabil, Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK, Port of Tyne

Environmental and Sustainability Award (sponsored by Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK)
• Large/Multi-National: Marelli Port of Tyne • SME: Smart Manufacturing Solutions Technology Ltd (SMS Tech), Sustainable Business Services

Employer of the Year Award (sponsored by Education Partnership North East)
• AESC UK, Magna Exteriors Sunderland, Marelli

SME of the Year Award (sponsored by North East Institute of Technology)
• AR POWER, Smart Manufacturing Solutions Technology Ltd (SMS Tech), Springfield Ne Limited

Outstanding Contribution Award (sponsored by )
• Announced on the evening

https://northeastautomotivealliance.com/spotlight-on-stem-engagement-and-future-talent-as-awards-shortlist-announced/

04/03/2025

Lean Manufacturing & Adhesive Tape—A Perfect Match? 🎯

Think screws, rivets, welding, and glue are the only options? Think again! 💡
-No special skills required
-Mess-free (goodbye, sticky fingers 👋)
-No curing time ⏳
-No tools needed 🔧❌
-Stronger bonds with better weight distribution
-Instant adhesion for faster application ⚡
-And that’s just the start! 💥

What benefits have YOU found using adhesive tape?

Drop them in the comments! ⬇️

04/02/2025

Grit and Determination! 🔥

These are the two words that built Preston Technical. 💪

Missed our Founders Story?

Catch up now! Lee, Derek, and Brian share their journey—the highs, the hurdles, and what it took to survive and thrive in this industry.

27/01/2025

Sometimes it’s hard to explain what we do without physically showing examples of our work!

But here’s our go-to elevator pitch:

We don’t sell tape – we sell solutions.

Whether it’s bonding, sealing, or protecting, we work with our customers to provide custom adhesive solutions that meet their unique needs. It’s about innovation, problem-solving, and delivering results that stick. 💡

So where has this year gone? We thought we would let all of our customers know our end-of-year dates for next week!We cl...
23/12/2024

So where has this year gone?

We thought we would let all of our customers know our end-of-year dates for next week!

We close on 23rd December 2024 and re-open on 2nd January 2025!

Spotify Wrapped, anyone?Are we all secretly Swifties? 😉Well, let us introduce you to something even better... Preston Te...
11/12/2024

Spotify Wrapped, anyone?

Are we all secretly Swifties? 😉

Well, let us introduce you to something even better... Preston Technical Wrapped 2024!

🌍 Global Growth
Our flagship product, TabTech, has expanded its reach far beyond the automotive industry, making its mark worldwide.

💡 Innovation & Investment
We've enhanced our processes, introduced cutting-edge machinery, and provided comprehensive training for our team—empowering them to excel in their roles.

💪 Resilience & Strength
Despite uncertainties, Preston Technical has stood strong, growing and thriving as a team.

🎥 Lee: The Social Media Star
Yes, our very own Lee has become a hit online—follow along for more!

✨ What’s Next?
2025 is shaping up to be BIG. Stay tuned for exciting opportunities and groundbreaking developments!

Thanks for being part of our journey. Here’s to an even brighter future! 🚀

11/12/2024

We're please to share a digital copy of the latest NEAA NEtwork magazine which is packed with interesting features on sustainability, digitalisation, skills and training, funding, events and introductions from new companies Preston Technical Ltd Ashgarth Engineering, Apex Time Critical Baltic Recruitment Tyneside Training Services Kenect Recruitment Kammac CustomerX Consultants GEM Partnership Sustainable Business Services ProAd Ltd and Nippon Express

Read the Interview of the Quarter feature with Port of Tyne, case studies from Horizon Works, Nissan and Positive About Inclusion and advertising from Naylors Gavin Black
View it here:https://northeastautomotivealliance.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/NEtwork-December-2024-Issue36.pdf

The countdown to Christmas is on, and with it comes the wrap-up of our Wrapping Tabs Giveaway! 🎁Thank you to everyone wh...
05/12/2024

The countdown to Christmas is on, and with it comes the wrap-up of our Wrapping Tabs Giveaway! 🎁

Thank you to everyone who participated – we loved sharing this fantastic tool with you. Stay tuned for more exciting surprises and innovations to come! 🎅🎁

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Preston Technical Limited, Conversion Works
Preston
PR25NE

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 3:15pm

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