JEI Drilling and Cutting Solutions Ltd

What JEI Drilling and Cutting Solutions Ltd does

JEI Drilling and Cutting Solutions Ltd is a UK-based private manufacturer and distributor of magnetic drilling machines, cutting tools, and steel fabrication equipment, operating as part of The JEI Group from its headquarters in Burnley, Lancashire. Founded in 1993, the company builds and sells a portfolio of proprietary branded products including the MiniBeast, MagBeast, Turbo, SteelBeast, AirBeast, and Railbeast ranges, spanning portable and low-profile magnetic drills, cordless battery-powered platforms sharing the CAS 18V system, TCT and HSS annular cutters, hole saws, plate and pipe bevelling machines, welding tractors, weld shavers, and pneumatic ATEX-certified drills for hazardous environments. The portfolio is supported by a JEI Hire rental service, bespoke machine and tooling design, and machine service and repair capabilities. Engineering differentiators include intelligent speed control, tilt sensors with LED status indication, magnetic 4-wheel traction for automated bevelling, triple-tooth TCT cutting geometry, and dual-magnet pipe drilling systems, all underpinned by ISO 9001:2015 quality certification.

Name

JEI Drilling and Cutting Solutions Ltd

Legal name

JEI Drilling & Cutting Solutions Ltd

Website

https://jeiuk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Drilling & Cutting Equipment

NAICS

Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Cutting Tools, Tooling & Workholding (Cutters, Inserts, Chucks, Fixtures) (IMAHADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC), Industrial Saws & Cutting Systems (Band/Circular Saws, Abrasive Cutting) (IMAHADAL)

Keywords

• Magnetic drilling machines
• Annular cutting tools
• Steel fabrication equipment
• Industrial bevelling machines
• Welding automation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Burnley, Lancashire

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Magnetic Drilling Machines Sales: Direct sales of proprietary magnetic drilling machines including MiniBeast™, MagBeast® Premium Pro, Turbo™ 35+, and cordless variants. One-time hardware purchase with optional accessories and consumables.
2. Cutting Tools & Consumables: Sales of proprietary and standard cutting tools including Turbo™ Tough TCT cutters, Turbo™ Steel HSS cutters, annular broaching cutters, TCT hole saws, countersinks, and carbide burrs. Recurring consumable purchases.
3. Machine Hire & Rental: Short and long term hire solutions for complete range of drilling, cutting, bevelling, and welding equipment. Competitive rates with UK/Worldwide delivery through authorised distributors.
4. Metal Fabrication Equipment: Sales of fabrication equipment including plate bevelling machines (ABM-50, BM-18, BM-6C), metal cutting saws, belt grinders, tube & pipe notchers, and welding automation solutions.
5. Bespoke Solutions & Services: Custom machine design and manufacturing, specialist tooling design, special cutter manufacturing, and machine service/repair services for JEI and other brands including Jancy Slugger machines.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

JEI Drilling and Cutting Solutions Ltd designs, manufactures, and distributes proprietary magnetic drilling machines, annular broaching cutters (TCT and HSS), TCT hole saws, plate and pipe bevelling machines, magnetic milling solutions, and welding automation equipment for steel fabrication industries. The company also operates a hire/rental service for its equipment and offers bespoke machine and tooling design for specialised applications.

Product overview

JEI Drilling and Cutting Solutions Ltd offers a comprehensive portfolio of industrial steel fabrication equipment organized around four core product lines: Magnetic Drilling Machines (MiniBeast, MagBeast, AirBeast, Turbo brands), Cutting Tools (Turbo Tough TCT cutters, Turbo Steel HSS cutters, TCT hole saws), Fabrication Equipment (BM bevelling machines, SteelBeast automation solutions including welding tractors and weld shavers), and supporting Accessories and Hire services. The product ecosystem is designed for steel fabricators requiring hole-making, edge preparation, and weld automation solutions, with products ranging from portable handheld cutters to heavy-duty automated systems. The company also offers bespoke machine manufacturing and tool design services for specialized applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MagBeast: Premium heavy-duty magnetic drilling machines featuring high-powered motors and advanced safety systems for intensive industrial applications.
• MiniBeast
• Turbo
• AirBeast
• Railbeast
• SteelBeast
• MAGSLOT

Products and services

• MiniBeast™ Magnetic Drilling Machine Compact magnetic drilling machine weighing 10kg with 35mm cutter capacity, self-correcting slide rails, and internal coolant reservoir, designed for on-site or workshop steel fabrication.
• MiniBeast™ Cordless Magnetic Drilling Machine Battery-operated compact magnetic drilling machine with 36mm cutter capacity, LED monitoring system, overload protection, tilt sensor, and CAS 18V battery compatibility for drilling in remote areas without mains power.
• MiniBeast™ LP35+ Low-Profile Magnetic Drill Premium low-profile drilling machine at 176mm height and 9.5kg weight with 35mm annular cutter capacity, designed for space-restricted structural site work.
• MagBeast® LP45 Low-Profile Magnetic Drill Low-profile magnetic drill at 180mm height with 45mm diameter hole capacity through 50mm plate, with maintenance-free design ideal for bridge maintenance and platform drilling.
• MagBeast® Ultra Low Profile Magnetic Drill Ultra-low-profile magnetic drilling machine at only 150mm working height with 35mm cutter capacity, designed for the most height-restrictive areas.
• MagBeast® Premium PRO-152T Drilling & Tapping Machine Heavy-duty drilling and tapping machine with 2300W motor, 150mm cutter capacity, M42 tapping capability, intelligent speed control, and tilt sensor for large hole-making applications.
• AirBeast® 40A ATEX Pneumatic Magnetic Drill ATEX-approved pneumatic magnetic drill with pneumatic drive and permanent magnetic base for hazardous environments such as oil drilling platforms, mining, shipbuilding, and petrochemical industries.
• Turbo™ 35+ Magnetic Drilling Machine Economical lightweight magnetic drilling machine at 9.5kg with adjustable motor slide, 1100W motor, and up to 150mm drilling depth capability.
• MAGBEAST PRO-152TP Pipe Drilling & Tapping Machine Pipe drilling and tapping machine with dual permanent magnet technology for secure adhesion on curved surfaces, developed for wind turbine applications.
• Turbo™ Tough TCT Annular Cutters Premium TCT annular cutters with triple-tooth cutting geometry in sizes 12-200mm diameter and cutting depths up to 200mm, designed for structural steel, cast iron, and stainless steel.
• Turbo™ Steel M2-AL HSS Annular Cutters Fully CNC ground M2-AL HSS annular cutters in sizes 10-65mm with 2-step geometry for enhanced cutting power and tool life in mild and structural steel.
• Turbo Tough™ TCT Hole Saws TCT hole saws with solid carbide tips offering up to 10x longer life than bi-metal hole saws, available in 14-150mm diameters for structural steel, stainless steel, plastics, and electrical installations.
• 6 Piece TCT Hole Saw Set Convenience kit including 16, 18, 19, 20, 22, and 25mm TCT hole saws with pilot drill and hex key for multiple hole-making applications.
• Endurance+ Coated TCT Cutters and Countersinks Endurance+ coated TCT annular cutters (12-65mm) and countersinks (14-60mm) designed for demanding materials including Hardox, Super Duplex, and high-strength steels.
• BM-6C Cordless Bevelling Machine Compact battery-powered bevelling machine producing clean bevels up to 6mm wide on plates, pipes, and contours, also capable of radius rounding (R2-R5) for EN 1090 compliance.
• ABM-50 Self-Propelled Plate Bevelling Machine Self-propelled heavy-duty bevelling machine producing high-quality weld-ready bevels on plate thicknesses 8-80mm with up to 50mm bevel width at 45 degrees, featuring LCD control panel and 180-degree inversion capability.
• BM-18 Multi-Edge Preparation Machine Versatile edge preparation machine with straight edge bevelling up to 18mm, pipe bevelling capability, radius edge finishing (R2-R5), and countersinking from 40mm ID.
• SteelBeast Auto-Rad Radius Bevelling Machine Automated self-propelled radius bevelling machine producing consistent R2, R3, R4 or R5 radii on steel plate and structural sections with magnetic 4-wheel traction requiring no guide rail.
• SteelBeast® Rail Bull Welding & Cutting Carriage Compact welding and cutting carriage designed to automate linear welding applications with variable travel speed for consistent weld quality, suitable for MIG/MAG, TIG, and oxy-fuel/plasma cutting.
• Gecko Battery Welding Tractor Battery-powered carriage for welding continuous butt and fillet joints with permanent magnet clamping, capable of using MIG/MAG torches with optional dual torch holder and flexible trackway system.
• WS-30 Portable Weld Shaver Portable weld finishing machine for removing weld seams up to 11mm high and 30mm wide with rotary face milling head, variable speed control, and guide rail system for distortion-free finish.
• MAGSLOT™ 20X Portable Magnetic Milling Machine Portable dual-axis magnetic milling machine with dual cross-slide system offering up to 115mm travel in X and Y directions for slotting and elongating holes in steel, weighing 20kg with magnetic base.
• SteelBeast® Fabrication Equipment Range Complete range of steel fabrication solutions including plate and pipe bevelling, punching, sawing, grinding, and weld automation equipment under the SteelBeast brand.
• JEI Hire Service (Machine Rental) Short- and long-term machine hire and rental service for magnetic drills, bevelling machines, welding tractors, and punching machines with flexible weekly rates and UK/worldwide delivery.
• Bespoke Tooling & Machine Solutions Custom design and manufacturing of specialist tooling and magnetic drilling machines to meet unique project requirements.
• Machine Service and Repair Repair and overhaul service for JEI and other brand machines including Jancy Slugger magnetic drills.

Quantifiable outcome

• TCT hole saws last up to 10x longer than bi-metal hole saws
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and regional.

• Welder Fabber (YouTube)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 May 2025Welder Fabber YouTube channel featured the ABM-50 Bevelling Machine in their show, demonstrating the machine's capabilities in prepping bucket edges. This media appearance serves as third-party endorsement and marketing exposure.
• SteelBeastcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSteelBeast (steelbeast.co.uk) is part of The JEI Group, providing a complementary range of fabrication solutions including plate and pipe bevelling, punching, sawing, grinding, and weld automation equipment. The two brands work together to offer complete integrated solutions for steel fabrication.
• Mellis Welding Supplies LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor partnership for the Suffolk area. JEI supported Mellis at the Suffolk Show in Ipswich, showcasing cutter sets, metal saws, and magnetic drills. Mellis represents JEI products at local trade events.
• Elmdale Welding And Engineering Supplies LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional distributor for welding and engineering supplies. Purchased SteelBeast Rail Bull for automation of linear welding applications.
• A-One Tools & Fixings LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA-One Tools & Fixings Ltd hosted JEI at their Trade Day in Brighouse. JEI attended with demo van showcasing mag drills, bevelling machines, automated welding tractors, and cutting tools.
• WES Industrial & Welding SuppliesregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWES Industrial hosted JEI at their Open Days in Witham. JEI team member Dave Ward attended to demonstrate holemaking and cutting tools to welding, fabrication, steelwork, engineering, and manufacturing professionals.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BDS Maschinen: German manufacturer of magnetic drilling machines, annular cutters, and metal cutting tools. One of the most direct competitors to JEI's MiniBeast/MagBeast range and Turbo cutter line, serving steel fabrication, construction, and rail with overlapping product portfolios.
• CS Unitec: US/German manufacturer of magnetic drills, portable bevelling machines, and metalworking tools for industrial and hazardous-area applications. Direct overlap with JEI's drilling and bevelling categories, including ATEX-rated offerings.
• HGG Group: Dutch specialist in 3D pipe cutting and bevelling machines for steel fabrication, shipbuilding, and process industries. Comparable to JEI's SteelBeast bevelling portfolio and BM-series plate/pipe bevelers serving similar fabrication customers.
• Nitto Kohki: Japanese manufacturer of magnetic base drilling machines, annular cutters, and pneumatic tools (JEC, DA, LO series). Competes directly with JEI in portable magnetic drills and core drills, with established global distribution.
• Aotai: Chinese manufacturer of welding automation equipment including welding tractors, positioners, and cutting machines. Directly comparable to JEI's SteelBeast Rail Bull and Gecko Battery Welding Tractor product lines for automated welding applications.
• Rotabroach: UK-based specialist manufacturer of annular cutters, magnetic drilling machines, and metal cutting tools. Highly comparable niche specialist competing directly with JEI in the same UK and international fabrication markets.
• Fein (C. & E. Fein GmbH): German inventor of the magnetic drill and pioneer in portable metalworking power tools. Directly competes across JEI's MiniBeast/MagBeast portfolio and also owns the Jancy Slugger brand, which JEI services — making it both competitor and ecosystem partner.

Broad incumbents

• Walter Tools: Global metal cutting tools manufacturer (Sandvik-owned) producing drills, taps, and milling cutters. Comparable to JEI's Turbo TCT and HSS annular cutter ranges, though Walter operates at much larger scale across general metalworking.
• Dormer Pramet: Global manufacturer of metal cutting tools including drills, taps, and rotary tooling. Overlaps with JEI's Turbo Steel HSS and solid drill offerings within general metalworking, particularly in industrial distribution channels.
• Milwaukee Tool: US-based global power tools leader whose M18 magnetic drill line competes with JEI's MiniBeast Cordless and MagBeast ranges. A broad incumbent with vastly larger distribution, contractor mindshare, and battery platform — MagBeast competes in a niche where Milwaukee operates at scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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