Probe Manufacturing and Fabrication

15/10/2026

Supporting success through precision manufacturing ⚙️

As part of a riser project delivered by Claxton Engineering Services, Probe Manufacturing & Fabrication played a key role in helping meet an exceptionally demanding schedule.

The project required a forged stress joint to mitigate fatigue and enhance operational reliability. Working closely with the Claxton team, Probe rapidly manufactured this critical component, ensuring it was delivered on time to support the wider campaign.

This project is a great example of how collaboration across AF Gruppen enables complex challenges to be solved quickly and efficiently, keeping critical projects moving.

A fantastic effort from everyone involved in designing, manufacturing and delivering a solution under tight time constraints. 👏

22/09/2026

Quality checked, approved and ready to go. ✅ 📋

It’s been a busy few days here in our inspection area with a range of components being inspected, approved and prepared for delivery. Every item undergoes thorough checks to ensure it meets the required quality standards and specifications before leaving our facility.

It’s this commitment to quality, attention to detail and teamwork that helps us consistently deliver for our customers. 🤝

15/09/2026

Strengthening connections across the AF Gruppen family 🤝

We were delighted to recently welcome colleagues from AF Offshore Decom to our Probe Manufacturing and Fabrication Facilities.

As part of the wider AF Gruppen family, visits like this are invaluable for building relationships, exchanging knowledge, and identifying opportunities to collaborate across the business. This visit provided the perfect opportunity to showcase our capabilities, share expertise, and discuss our combined strengths.

A big thank you to the AF Offshore Decom team for taking the time to visit. We look forward to working together and exploring opportunities ahead. ⚙

25/08/2026

A great day of learning on Friday as our apprentices took part in overhead crane training. 💡 ⚙️

Providing Practical training opportunities like this helps our apprentices build confidence, develop essential skills, and gain real-world experience that will support their careers in engineering.

A big thank you to Shield Health & Safety Ltd for delivering the training and sharing their expertise with the group. Investing In training and development is an important part of building the next generation of industry professionals, and a great step in their ongoing development journey. 📈

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19/08/2026

A fantastic day on the course for an even greater cause! ⛳

Probe were proud to host our annual golf day at Gorleston Golf Club, bringing together suppliers, clients and colleagues for a day of golf, networking and fundraising in support of Sunbeams Charity. 💛

Sunbeams provides specialist support, therapies and opportunities for children with disabilities and additional needs, helping them and their families access vital services, build confidence and create lasting memories. Their work makes a real difference to families across our community.

A special thank you to the North Sea Petroleum Golfers Association (NSPGA) for their sponsorship and generous donation and support, helping to make the event such a success.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, donated and supported the event. The generosity shown throughout the day will help Sunbeams continue their amazing work and support for local children and their families.

Events like these are a fantastic reminder of what can be achieved when businesses, suppliers and clients come together to support great causes. 🤝

Together we raised £925 for Sunbeams!

17/08/2026

Welcome to Probe, Paul!

A very warm Probe welcome to Paul Finch, who joins us as our new General Manager. 👏

Paul brings an impressive track record in leading engineering and manufacturing operations, alongside extensive experience in service delivery and customer-facing roles. Throughout his career, he has successfully led multi-disciplinary teams across workshop, production and field-based environments, delivering strong operational results and driving business growth.

With experience spanning complex engineering and energy sectors, Paul brings a valuable blend of engineering expertise, manufacturing knowledge and operational leadership to Probe. ⚙️

As Probe continues its growth journey, we’re excited about the experience, leadership and fresh perspective Paul will bring to the team.

Paul commented:

“I'm excited to be joining Probe at such an important time in its growth. The business has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions, and I look forward to working with the team to build on that success, strengthen our capabilities, and continue delivering value for our customers.

With demand for our services continuing to grow, we’re also investing in additional machinery and equipment to increase our capacity and ensure we can keep pace with our clients’ requirements. It’s an exciting time for Probe, and I’m looking forward to being part of that journey.”

Please join us in giving Paul a very warm welcome to Probe. We’re delighted to have you on board, Paul! 🙌

12/08/2026

From colleague to neighbour: Saying goodbye to Steve👋

After spending more than 20 years with the business, working his way from Workshop Foreman to General Manager, it’s fair to say this one is a tough goodbye… but not the end of our journey together.

On Friday, we held a farewell breakfast for Steven Blake, who has been appointed General Manager of Claxton Engineering Great Yarmouth Facilities.

Steve’s career with us is a fantastic example of what dedication, hard work and commitment can achieve. Over the last two decades, he has played a significant role in the growth and success of the business, earning the respect of colleagues, customers and the wider group alike along the way.

While we are sad to see him leave our team, we are incredibly proud to watch him take this step within our wider group. The great thing about this farewell is that it isn’t really a goodbye! As part of our sister company, Steve remains a valued part of the family, and we look forward to continuing work together in the years to come.

From everyone at Probe, thank you for your contribution, leadership and friendship over the years. We know our relationships will continue to grow. We wish you every success in your new role and have no doubt you’ll make a huge impact at Claxton. 🌟

Good Luck Steve – We will see you across the group! 🎊

20/07/2026

Through on-site fabrication, 24-hour operations and early engagement during the design phase, Probe delivered. We provided a turnkey solution from manufacture through to testing and certification for the completion of nine 100-tonne dry bulk cement silos.

Discover more about how Probe’s integrated fabrication capabilities ensured successful project delivery below. 👇

Home Company Case Studies 100t Cement Silos 100t Cement Silos 25 June 2026 9 off 100t Dry Bulk Cement Silo Created to; DNV OS E101 ASME VIII Div. 1 DNV - ST - E273 Nine 100t dry bulk cement silos manufactured for the project Vessels fabricated on site using Sub-Arc welding (SAW) All structural weldi...

13/07/2026

When a client needed 80 joints of slotted liner pipe in just four weeks, Probe delivered. Using specialist slotting capability, rapid mobilisation and high-volume production, we engineered a bespoke solution that kept a critical well-filling programme on track.

· 3,200 ft of pipe processed

· 56,000 precision-drilled holes completed

· Every hole deburred and finished to specification

· Delivered on schedule within a demanding four-week window

Discover more on how Probe's specialist slotting capabilities, rapid mobilisation and high-volume production helped keep this critical well-fitting project on schedule Below 👇

Home Company Case Studies Slotted Liner Pipe Project – Fast-track precision when pace mattered most Slotted Liner Pipe Project – Fast-track precision when pace mattered most 10 July 2026 Project Overview When a client needed 80 joints of slotted liner pipe in just four weeks, Probe delivered. Us...

12/06/2026

Looking forward to International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) World Drilling 2026 Conference & Exhibition!

Our Business Development Manager, Neil Stephen, will be there connecting with industry peers and getting involved with industry discussions.

Get in touch if you’re attending - always good to catch up.