About Us #2
From Material to Manufacture
Established in 1990, Cristex has grown to become one of the UK’s leading specialists in composite materials, advanced material solutions and precision cutting services for high-performance industries.
Supporting customers across aerospace, defence, motorsport, marine, automotive and industrial manufacturing, we combine technical expertise with responsive service to help solve manufacturing challenges at every stage of the production process.
Today, Cristex operates as a group of three specialist divisions, allowing us to support customers across the full manufacturing process.
Cristex Composite Materials
CCM specialises in the distribution of composite reinforcement materials. The range includes carbon fibre, glass fibre and aramid reinforcements, multiaxial fabrics, braids and tapes, resin and adhesives, closed moulding materials and specialist consumables, supporting manufacturers across a wide range of composite applications.
Cristex Advanced Materials
CAM focuses on advanced material solutions for high-performance engineering applications across aerospace, defence, motorsport and advanced industrial sectors. The range includes prepregs, Nomex® honeycomb core materials, carbon SMC, towpregs, surface films and adhesives, quartz materials and specialist materials for technically demanding composite applications.
Cristex Cutting & Kitting
CCK delivers precision cutting and kitting services for composite manufacturers, helping improve efficiency, reduce waste and maintain material integrity through controlled preparation processes. This includes CCK Aerospace, where prepreg cutting and kitting operations are carried out within an ISO 8 certified cleanroom environment, supporting precision ply cutting, prepreg kitting, CNC cutting and production-ready kit preparation for high-performance applications.
Who We Are
Cristex is built on technical knowledge, strong relationships and a genuine passion for composites. For more than three decades, we’ve supported manufacturers with reliable products, expert advice and responsive service. We believe successful partnerships are built on trust, which is why we work closely with our customers to understand their challenges and deliver the right solution for every application.
The Mission is Clear
To be the UK’s trusted partner for composite materials, advanced material solutions and precision cutting services.
We’re equally committed to making a positive impact beyond our business by supporting our local community, investing in our people and continually reducing our environmental footprint.
Our Vision
To inspire innovation by providing quality products, trusted expertise and reliable service that our customers can depend on.
Our Values
Our values shape every relationship we build and every solution we provide.
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Trust
Friendly. Open. Collaborative.
We build long-term relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues through honesty, respect and dependable support.
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Reliability
Flexible. Professional. Dependable.
We deliver on our commitments through responsive service, quality products and consistent performance.
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Quality
Precision. Innovation. Excellence
We continually invest in our products, processes and technical expertise to help customers achieve better manufacturing outcomes.
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Responsibility
Integrity. Ownership. Respect.
We take ownership of our actions, act with integrity and remain committed to our people, our customers, our communities and the environment.
Our Partners
We work alongside some of the world's leading manufacturers of composite materials and advanced technologies, enabling us to offer customers proven products backed by technical expertise and trusted supply partnerships.
Our partnerships allow us to deliver trusted, high-performance solutions to customers across multiple industries.
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SAERTEX GmbH
Global specialists in multiaxial fabrics, non-crimp reinforcements, flow media and engineered composite solutions.
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Eurocarbon
Manufacturers of tubular braids, flat braids, woven tapes and technical reinforcement fabrics.
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Angeloni Group
Suppliers of advanced woven fabrics using carbon, aramid, thermoplastic and hybrid fibres.
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ELANTAS Europe
Manufacturers of epoxy resin systems, adhesives and specialist composite processing materials.
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Microtex Composites
Manufacturers of specialist composite reinforcements including spread tow fabrics, multiaxial fabrics and lightweight material solutions.
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Kordsa
Global suppliers of reinforcement technologies and advanced composite materials supporting aerospace, automotive and industrial applications.
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