About Guardado & Martins
Driven by Precision. Built on Experience.
WHO WE Are
Founded in 2011, Guardado & Martins is a Portuguese precision engineering company specialized in CNC machining, industrial maintenance and manufacturing solutions for demanding industries.
Over the years, we have built a reputation based on quality, reliability and long-term customer partnerships, supporting customers across Europe in sectors such as aerospace, glass manufacturing, pharmaceutical, automation and industrial equipment.
Operating from a modern 2,500 m² manufacturing facility, we combine advanced technology, skilled professionals and rigorous quality control to deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to each customer’s requirements.
EXPERIENCE & GROWTH
Our technical team brings more than 30 years of industry experience, delivering over 3,000 projects every year and building long-term partnerships with customers across Europe.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
Modern CNC machining from 3 to 8 axes, large-scale turning up to Ø1200 × 5000 mm and complex component manufacturing.
CAPACITY & FLEXIBILITY
2,500 m² manufacturing facility, fast response for prototypes and series production, supported by a skilled engineering team.
EXPERIENCE & SCALE
With over 3000 projects delivered and more than 200,000 components manufactured annually, we combine experience, capacity and technical expertise to support demanding industrial sectors.
FACILITIES & TECHNOLOGY
Our facilities cover over 2500 m², including a modern production unit equipped with advanced CNC machines and metrology systems.We continuously invest in:
- Multi-axis CNC machining (3 to 8 axis)
- Production monitoring and digitalization
- Advanced inspection and measurement systems
- Process optimization
2026
Automated Pallet Manufacturing
Commissioning of a new 5-axis machining centre equipped with a 10-pallet automatic system, enabling unattended machining, shorter lead times and increased production efficiency.
2026
Next Generation 5-Axis Machining
Investment in two additional 5-axis machining centres, further increasing manufacturing capacity for complex and multi-axis components.
2025 - September
STAR SR-32JIII Swiss-Type CNC
Installation of a new 8-axis sliding headstock CNC lathe, expanding high-volume production capabilities for complex precision components.
2025 - July
Advanced Metrology Laboratory
Commissioning of a new climate-controlled metrology laboratory together with the installation of a Hexagon DEA GLOBAL CMM, significantly expanding dimensional inspection capacity and ensuring highly accurate measurements under controlled environmental conditions.
2025 – March
New 1,000 m² Production Facility
Opening of a new 1,000 m² production building, increasing the total manufacturing area to 2,500 m² and creating capacity for future expansion.
2024
Advanced 5-Axis Machining
Investment in a new 5-axis CNC machining centre, significantly expanding our capability to manufacture complex, high-precision components.
2019
ISO 9001 Certification
Implementation and certification of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, reinforcing our commitment to quality, traceability and continuous improvement.
2017
Business Recognition
Awarded PME Líder and PME Excelência, recognising the company’s sustained growth, financial strength and operational excellence.
2015
Facility Expansion
The production area was expanded to approximately 1,500 m², enabling higher manufacturing capacity and continued business growth.
2014
Production Capacity Expansion
New CNC equipment was added to increase production capacity, improve efficiency and support more complex machining projects.
2012
First CNC Machining Centre
Investment in the company’s first CNC machining centre marked the beginning of a long-term strategy focused on advanced manufacturing technology.
2011
Guardado & Martins Founded
Guardado & Martins was established as a precision engineering company, operating from a 600 m² production facility dedicated to CNC machining and industrial maintenance.
2011
Guardado & Martins Founded
Guardado & Martins was established as a precision engineering company, operating from a 600 m² production facility dedicated to CNC machining and industrial maintenance.
2012
First CNC Machining Centre
Investment in the company’s first CNC machining centre marked the beginning of a long-term strategy focused on advanced manufacturing technology.
2014
Production Capacity Expansion
New CNC equipment was added to increase production capacity, improve efficiency and support more complex machining projects.
2015
Facility Expansion
The production area was expanded to approximately 1,500 m², enabling higher manufacturing capacity and continued business growth.
2017
Business Recognition
Awarded PME Líder and PME Excelência, recognising the company’s sustained growth, financial strength and operational excellence.
2019
ISO 9001 Certification
Implementation and certification of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, reinforcing our commitment to quality, traceability and continuous improvement.
2024
Advanced 5-Axis Machining
Investment in a new 5-axis CNC machining centre, significantly expanding our capability to manufacture complex, high-precision components.
2025 – March
New 1,000 m² Production Facility
Opening of a new 1,000 m² production building, increasing the total manufacturing area to 2,500 m² and creating capacity for future expansion.
2025 - July
Advanced Metrology Laboratory
Commissioning of a new climate-controlled metrology laboratory together with the installation of a Hexagon DEA GLOBAL CMM, significantly expanding dimensional inspection capacity and ensuring highly accurate measurements under controlled environmental conditions.
2025 - September
STAR SR-32JIII Swiss-Type CNC
Installation of a new 8-axis sliding headstock CNC lathe, expanding high-volume production capabilities for complex precision components.
2026
Next Generation 5-Axis Machining
Investment in two additional 5-axis machining centres, further increasing manufacturing capacity for complex and multi-axis components.
2026
Automated Pallet Manufacturing
Commissioning of a new 5-axis machining centre equipped with a 10-pallet automatic system, enabling unattended machining, shorter lead times and increased production efficiency.
2026
Automated Pallet Manufacturing
Commissioning of a new 5-axis machining centre equipped with a 10-pallet automatic system, enabling unattended machining, shorter lead times and increased production efficiency.
2011
Guardado & Martins Founded
Guardado & Martins was established as a precision engineering company, operating from a 600 m² production facility dedicated to CNC machining and industrial maintenance.
2012
First CNC Machining Centre
Investment in the company’s first CNC machining centre marked the beginning of a long-term strategy focused on advanced manufacturing technology.
2014
Production Capacity Expansion
New CNC equipment was added to increase production capacity, improve efficiency and support more complex machining projects.
2015
Facility Expansion
The production area was expanded to approximately 1,500 m², enabling higher manufacturing capacity and continued business growth.
2017
Business Recognition
Awarded PME Líder and PME Excelência, recognising the company’s sustained growth, financial strength and operational excellence.
2019
ISO 9001 Certification
Implementation and certification of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, reinforcing our commitment to quality, traceability and continuous improvement.
2024
Advanced 5-Axis Machining
Investment in a new 5-axis CNC machining centre, significantly expanding our capability to manufacture complex, high-precision components.
2025 – March
New 1,000 m² Production Facility
Opening of a new 1,000 m² production building, increasing the total manufacturing area to 2,500 m² and creating capacity for future expansion.
2025 - July
Advanced Metrology Laboratory
Commissioning of a new climate-controlled metrology laboratory together with the installation of a Hexagon DEA GLOBAL CMM, significantly expanding dimensional inspection capacity and ensuring highly accurate measurements under controlled environmental conditions.
2025 - September
STAR SR-32JIII Swiss-Type CNC
Installation of a new 8-axis sliding headstock CNC lathe, expanding high-volume production capabilities for complex precision components.
2026
Next Generation 5-Axis Machining
Investment in two additional 5-axis machining centres, further increasing manufacturing capacity for complex and multi-axis components.
WHY CHOOSE GUARDADO & MARTINS
Advanced CNC Technology
State-of-the-art 3 to 8-axis CNC machining equipment enabling the production of complex and high-precision components.
Quality Without Compromise
ISO 9001:2015 certified processes, advanced metrology capabilities and full dimensional verification.
Full Traceability
Complete material and process traceability, supported by inspection records and material certifications.
Manufacturing Expertise
More than 25 years of experience supporting demanding industries including aerospace, glass manufacturing, pharmaceutical and industrial automation.
Large & Complex Components
Capability to manufacture components up to Ø1200 mm and 5000 mm in length.
Continuous Investment
Ongoing investment in technology, facilities and people to meet increasingly demanding customer requirements.
AEROSPACE
We manufacture high-precision components for aerospace applications, ensuring full traceability and compliance with strict quality standards.
We collaborate with certified partners operating under international aerospace standards, supporting projects that require maximum reliability.
Quality at Every Stage
Quality is integrated into every stage of our production process.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Full quality management system certification for all machining operations.
CMM Inspection
Coordinate Measuring Machine inspection with full dimensional reporting on every batch.
Full Material Traceability
Complete traceability of material certifications and process records from raw stock to finished part.