Over 3o Years Industry Experience

The Datum Way

With more than 30 years’ experience, Datum remain at the forefront of industry, delivering products and services to manufacturers, innovator’s, and technology developers.
Datum Alloys was established in the UK in 1993 and subsequently opened facilities in Singapore and America and Mexico providing global coverage, enabling us to serve our customers worldwide. In 2020 we moved to two brand-new facilities, in Totnes, Devon, UK and Binghamton, NY in the US increasing our stock capacity, handling capabilities and product output. With two brand-new, custom built, coil fed laser cutting machines and our precision CNC milling machines we continue to produce the highest quality, precision cut, thin metal parts to your specifications from 0.020-0.50mm thick.
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Our leadership team

A team of industry leaders and professionals with a proven track record of market-changing contributions who take responsibility for, and commit to everything we do. Datum has multiple facilities to service customer requirements and products globally. Our UK office was established in 1993 and has been an industry leader ever since. Our US office was established in 2010 to service the US, Canada and LATAM markets. These locations have allowed us to grow long term relationships and retain our customers. We have worked with our core customers for more than 30 years. Complexity is where we thrive, so bring us your hardest issues, most challenging designs or process problems to solve.
Pete Anniss

Pete Anniss

CEO

Pete Anniss has been a part of Datum Alloys since 1998 and serves as the Chief Executive Officer. Initially employed within the warehouse, Pete has moved through the ranks of the company, learning every aspect of the business. His degrees in biology from Aberystwyth University and an MSc from Cranfield University affords him an in-depth knowledge of stainless-steel strip as a product and the etch ability of stainless steel. He also attended the University of Chicago’s accelerated development program. Pete has greatly contributed to Datum’s success and he continues to strive towards Datum remaining a market leader within our sector.

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Ben Widger

Ben Widger

Finance Director

Ben Widger is the finance director at Datum Alloys. He has been with Datum since September 2015 and was attracted to the company because of the growth potential and opportunities. Previously, Ben was the head of finance and supply chain with the Pedigree Group. He received a BSc with honors in biology and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Ben has a proven ability to absorb information quickly and adds significant value to internal discussions. He is always eager to take on new responsibilities and grow his personal skills.
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Ian John

Ian John

Operations Director

Ian John joined Datum in 2004 and serves as the Operations Director. He is responsible for global operations, key suppliers and infrastructure. Ian received a BSc in applied biology with geography, a MSc in ecotoxicology of natural populations and an ONC in electrical engineering. He also attended the University of Chicago’s accelerated development program. Previously, Ian spent three years with Shell as an ecotoxicology technician and five years as a founder and owner/manager of Burts Potato Chips. Ian is quietly ambitious and always looking for growth opportunities. A critical thinker, Ian is always considered in his views and judgements.
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Ross Howard

Ross Howard

Sales & Marketing Director

Ross Howard joined Datum in April 2020 as European Business Development Manager and in August 2023 was promoted to Sales & Marketing Director in recognition of the work he’s done and the plans that have been developed to drive the business forward. A qualified Mechanical Engineer and accomplished Sales & Marketing professional with over 30 years’ experience in engineering and manufacturing companies he has become a valuable member of the team and continues to build on a well established business.

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Richard Knutton

Richard Knutton

Technical Director

Richard is the Technical Director at Datum Alloys. He joined Datum in April 2019 bringing his wealth of engineering and manufacturing knowledge to the team. With a background in Aerospace manufacturing, he has extensive experience working with leading global engine manufacturers, developing, and improving the turbine blade manufacture process. Richard started his engineering career as an engineering apprentice, working his way up too, Engineer, Senior Engineer, Engineering Manager and now Technical Director. Richard is a logical thinker with a passion for continuous Improvement and a valued member of the team.
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Experts In Our Field

With over 30 years of experience, Datum leads in innovation and delivery of tools for infinity edge innovators and technology developers.

Datum deliver rigorously tested products, industry-leading delivery times and optimal results.

With locations in the UK, USA, and Singapore we can service our customers and maintain strong relationships wherever they are in the world. Datum customers return time and time again, safe in the knowledge that our products and service are second to none.

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Industry Sectors

Our laser cutting process guarantees scratch-free, precision components that find widespread use in various manufacturing sectors including power generation, machine building, marine, automotive, battery manufacture and technology companies.

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Experience Counts

Datum has a proven track record with rigorously tested products and industry-leading delivery times.

Our experienced team will guide you through the development process, from concept to final production,  ensuring your ideas come to life with unparalleled precision and quality.

Complexity is where we thrive, so bring us your most complex issues, challenging tool design or process problems and we will help solve them for you.

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Quality

Oil, grease and scratch free foils and components, produced to tight tolerances

Experience

With decades of experience, Datum leads the way in innovation and technology development

Efficiency

Rapid prototyping and production, short lead times and fast delivery

Precision

Our tolerance controls ensure you receive precision foils and components