ABOUT EXCEPTION PCB
UK manufacturer of high-technology PCBs, combining 45+ years’ experience with skilled people, advanced capability and responsive engineering support.
Exception PCB is a UK manufacturer of high-technology PCBs, shaped by more than 45 years of engineering experience and strengthened by its place within the Connexion Technologies group.
Our capability is built on skilled people, controlled manufacturing processes and continued investment in technology, quality and facilities. From our Tewkesbury site, we support customers across high-reliability sectors with responsive engineering support, technical confidence and a clear commitment to long-term improvement.
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45 YEARS OF UK PCB MANUFACTURING
Exception PCB is a privately owned UK-based manufacturer of high-technology printed circuit boards, trusted by customers operating in time-critical and regulated environments.
With more than 45 years of experience and over 100 highly experienced employees, we specialise in complex PCB manufacture where speed, precision, and technical confidence matter. Our teams support engineers from early design through prototype and production, delivering dependable results even under tight timelines.
Operating from our facility in Tewkesbury, we manufacture PCBs for aerospace, defence, medical, telecoms, industrial, and critical infrastructure applications. Customers choose Exception PCB for our ability to solve challenging designs, respond quickly, and maintain consistent quality across every build.
COMPANY HISTORY
Our history reflects continuous investment, international experience, and a long-standing commitment to technical excellence, now strengthened by UK ownership.
PART OF CONNEXION TECHNOLOGIES
Exception PCB is part of the Connexion Technologies group, a privately-owned group of specialist engineering and electronics manufacturing businesses.
Being part of Connexion Technologies provides a strong foundation for long-term growth. Group-wide frameworks support governance, quality, people development, and investment, while allowing each business to retain its specialist focus.
This structure enables Exception PCB to invest confidently in equipment, skills, and facilities, strengthening our ability to support customers in regulated and high-reliability sectors.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the first choice for OEMs, delivering seamless, high-performance solutions that empower them to innovate, compete, and lead.
By investing in the future of engineering and manufacturing, we will create lasting value and drive product evolution on a global scale.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to solve complex engineering challenges for global OEMs, delivering high-performance manufacturing and supply chain solutions.
By continually investing in technology, expertise, and process excellence, we push boundaries, drive innovation, and help our customers stay ahead in competitive industries
OUR VALUES
We are INNOVATIVE and CREATIVE
Our engineers and manufacturing teams apply practical problem-solving every day, adapting processes and technologies to meet demanding requirements.
We put the CUSTOMER AT THE HEART of all we do
Our work supports safety-critical and mission-critical systems. We understand the responsibility that brings and focus on delivering quality, reliability, and responsiveness at every stage.
We engage, develop and retain GREAT PEOPLE
Our people are our greatest strength. We invest in training, technical development, and progression so our teams stay ahead of industry expectations and take pride in the work they deliver.
We are TRUSTWORTHY and professional
Customers rely on us to deliver what we promise. We act with fairness, integrity, and professionalism in every interaction, building long-term partnerships based on trust.
We take RESPONSIBILITY and make things happen
Time-critical manufacturing demands accountability. We take ownership of our work, communicate clearly, and act decisively to keep projects moving.
We are TRANSPARENT, without surprises
Open communication helps resolve issues quickly. We are upfront about challenges and work collaboratively to find solutions.
We RESPECT each other and the environment
We foster a respectful, supportive workplace and operate responsibly, recognising our duty to colleagues, customers, and the wider environment.
We seek to CONTINUALLY IMPROVE
We invest in our processes, equipment, and people to raise our capability, tighten our performance, and deliver better outcomes for our customers over time.
CAREERS
Our capability is built on the skill, commitment and pride of our people.
We offer engineering, manufacturing, quality and apprenticeship opportunities within a supportive environment that values training, progression and teamwork. Whether someone is developing specialist technical skills or building a long-term career in UK electronics manufacturing, we provide opportunities to learn, contribute and grow.
QUALITY & ASSURANCE
Quality is fundamental to every PCB we manufacture.
Our processes are designed to deliver consistent, traceable and reliable results for customers operating in regulated and technically demanding sectors. From engineering review and controlled manufacturing routes to inspection, documentation and final release, we provide the evidence customers need to trust every build.
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If you are looking for a UK PCB manufacturing partner you can rely on, our team is ready to help.