Established 1876

150 YEARS OF
PRECISION
ENGINEERING

For 150 years, Bruntons has supported industries where precision matters most. Today, that heritage continues through aerospace components, cable assemblies and mission-critical manufacturing for some of the world's most demanding sectors.
EN 9100 Approved Est. 1876 Mission Critical Supply
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Bruntons engineering heritage
Engineering Heritage
150
Years of continuous manufacturing excellence
Historic Bruntons factory
Since 1876

150 Years of Engineering Heritage

Bruntons has been part of Musselburgh's industrial story for nearly 150 years. From piano wires and wire rope to aerospace components and defence supply chains, the business has continuously evolved while remaining rooted in precision engineering.

1876

John Brunton opens Brunton Wire Works in Musselburgh, manufacturing specialist wires before expanding into wire rope production.

1909

The first Bruntons Streamline Wires are developed and supplied to the War Office, establishing an early connection to aviation.

1985

Bruntons becomes part of Carclo PLC, joining a wider group of specialist engineering businesses.

2000

The business relocates to Inveresk Industrial Estate, continuing its aerospace manufacturing journey in Musselburgh.

2026

Bruntons celebrates 150 years of engineering excellence while investing in the next generation of aerospace capability.

The Bruntons Way

Built On
Precision

Our values have been shaped over 150 years of engineering excellence. Passed from generation to generation, they guide how we work, how we support each other and how we deliver for customers operating in the world's most demanding industries.

Engineering Heritage

150 years of accumulated manufacturing knowledge, craftsmanship and problem-solving expertise.

Knowledge Passed Forward

Quality Without Compromise

Every component, assembly and delivery is built around repeatability, traceability and accuracy.

Right First Time

Continuous Improvement

Combining proven engineering principles with modern manufacturing technologies.

Always Advancing

People First

Our success is built on the skill, commitment and integrity of our people.

Built By People

150 YEARS OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE.
ONE SET OF VALUES.