Halesowen-based Erodex (UK) Ltd has set the standard in EDM consumables and graphite solutions since the company was founded in 1973. From humble beginnings supplying the finest EDM materials, the company quickly became a market leader thanks to its Duragraph and POCO graphite products. Over the years, Erodex has expanded into metallurgical, semiconductor, mechanical, electrical, and vacuum furnace applications, always following its ethos of ‘quality, innovation, and customer service’. With acquisitions such as ECP and BWP, Erodex continues to offer class-leading solutions across the EDM industry.
Visitors to
Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2026, which takes place 3–5 February at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, will find Erodex’s booth a one-stop hub for high-performance EDM consumables including fast hole drilling copper and brass tubes, WEDM wear parts, deionising resin, anti-rust products, as well as various filters, ensuring that customers can maintain peak machine performance.
Erodex also offers a full spectrum of continuous EDM wire, from the clean, paraffin-free Q-Cut range to Gapstar and Topas Plus wires, designed for speed and precision.
Through partnerships with Berkenhoff GmbH (bedra wire), Erodex provides optimal wire solutions tailored for every machine and application. Visitors are invited to approach the Erodex team to discuss any specific applications, and which wire will be best suited, with example spools available to view for comparison. The company’s WEDM wear parts and accessories, include precision wire guides, rollers, and belts, helping users reduce downtime and improve throughput.
A true highlight at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics will be Erodex’s graphite expertise. The company not only supplies an extensive range of graphite electrodes, but also offers a world-class machining service from arguably Europe’s most advanced graphite-dedicated machine shop. This capability allows Erodex to turnround complex electrode projects that other suppliers might decline, providing solutions to bottlenecks and production challenges. With demonstration pieces on display, visitors will be able to see first hand the type of intricate electrodes that Erodex can manufacture, and how the company can create the optimum solution for any business needs.
One particular highlight on the stand will be that of the Erodex-supplied POCO EDM1 and POCO EDM3; industry-standard grade of graphite for aerospace and fine detail applications, in which Erodex is — and has always been — the sole UK distributor.
Erodex’s approach to electrodes is customer-focused — design starts with the electrode, not the holder, ensuring maximum efficiency and performance. With 52 years’ EDM experience, and a highly skilled design team, Erodex consistently delivers electrodes and components that meet the most demanding specifications, from aerospace OEMs, precision tooling, to semiconductor applications.