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Jake CNC & Fabrication Specialist

Jake is a CNC and fabrication specialist at Rhino Custom Innovation, with hands-on experience in producing bespoke plastic and aluminium composite components for a wide range of industries.

Working closely with manufacturers, engineers and designers, Jake supports the development of custom components from initial concept through to full-scale production, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and consistent quality at every stage.

Experience in Bespoke Manufacturing & Fabrication

Jake’s work focuses on delivering precision-engineered components using a combination of CNC routing, plastic fabrication and digital printing processes. His experience includes working with materials such as acrylic, PVC, polycarbonate and aluminium composite, producing parts for both prototype and production applications.

He regularly supports projects involving:

  • CNC routing and precision cutting of complex shapes
  • Fabrication of bespoke plastic components
  • Print-to-cut and digital vinyl applications
  • Production of panels, enclosures, displays and engineered parts
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Areas of Expertise

  • CNC routing and machining for plastics and composites
  • Plastic fabrication and line bending
  • Digital vinyl printing and print-to-cut production
  • Bespoke component design support
  • Prototype development and production scaling
  • Material selection for performance and cost efficiency

Supporting Manufacturers, Designers & Engineers

Jake works directly with clients to ensure each project is delivered to specification, whether it involves one-off prototypes or repeat production runs. His practical, solutions-focused approach helps streamline manufacturing processes and reduce the challenges associated with producing complex or non-standard components.

Commitment to Quality & Sustainability

As part of the Rhino Custom Innovation team, Jake supports sustainable manufacturing practices, including the use of recycled materials, efficient production methods and the recycling of PVC and aluminium composite offcuts. This approach ensures that projects are delivered not only with precision and reliability, but with long-term environmental responsibility in mind.

Articles by Jake

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Seven Real-World Examples of Bespoke Plastic Fabrication We got a great response to our last article about Real World Applications, so as …

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Beyond Flat Panels: The Specialist Products Made Possible by CNC Routing When most people hear the term CNC routing, they picture flat …

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For many UK manufacturers, growth in the number of suppliers happens gradually and unintentionally. A new product line requires a specialist fabricator. …

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Most manufacturing businesses have them. The promising product ideas sitting in CAD files. The prototype concepts discussed in meetings but never fully …

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Selecting the correct plastic material is one of the most important decisions during product development or industrial manufacturing. Plastics are used in …

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Plastic fabrication is a cornerstone of modern manufacturing, enabling businesses to create durable, precise, and functional components for industrial, commercial, and consumer …

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The narrative around manufacturing strategy often revolves around cost. Lower unit costs, cheaper supply chains, marginal gains in efficiency. For years these …

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The headlines have been loud again. Washington raised tariffs and sent shockwaves through global trade. Tensions in the Middle East escalated, drawing …

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Bespoke plastic fabrication rarely starts as a strategic discussion. More often, it begins with a practical problem on the factory floor or …

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Every manufacturing operation has them. The parts that don’t quite fit standard processes. The components that are too low volume to justify …

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Acrylic is a highly versatile and visually striking material, widely used in retail displays, signage, machine panels and bespoke fabrication. The quality …

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Acrylic Line Bending Guide for B2B Buyers: Radii, Stress & Specification Tips What Is Acrylic Line Bending? Acrylic line bending is a …

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Precision in plastic component manufacturing starts with accurate design and file preparation. Proper CAD setup and tolerance control ensure efficient machining, minimal …

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When production schedules tighten and a new product needs to hit the market, the question often comes up: should we handle this …

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Background A long-standing marketer and distributor of medical supplies to the care sector and industry had an opportunity to expand their range …

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