Who is SYIL?
17 global dealers, 12000+ machines, one goal.
SYIL is a family-owned global enterprise specialising in the development and manufacturing of precision CNC machine tools for a range of varied machining applications. Established in 2001, we have since supplied over 12,000 machines worldwide.
Over the years, we have established an extensive international sales network to facilitate global distribution. With dedicated factories in Ningbo, Shanghai and Texas USA, we oversee all aspects of development, production, and assembly, ensuring adherence to international and local quality standards and regulations.
At SYIL, we are committed to continuous improvement, particularly in advancing environmentally sustainable production practices. In addition to machine assembly, we also manufacture machine parts, ensuring a vertically integrated process that guarantees optimal precision across all our products.
We are proud to hold certifications in quality and environmental management, meeting the rigorous standards of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015.
Presently, SYIL operates in over 17 countries worldwide, emerging as a prominent leader in the industry.
The UK Mission.
In the UK, our mission is to redefine excellence in the CNC machine tool industry by delivering unparalleled quality at a remarkably competitive price point – unheard of in today’s market.
We are committed to advancing manufacturing precision and efficiency and strive to empower businesses in the UK market with cutting-edge solutions that not only meet but exceed current industry standards.
Our unwavering dedication to innovation and cost-effectiveness ensures that our customers receive the highest value for their investment, positioning us as the trusted partner for those seeking superior CNC machine tools in the United Kingdom.
Who we are, what we do?
There's nothing worse than the invisible faces behind a company. We want our customers to know who they're dealing with. As part of being fully transparent (which we hope you appreciate), we want to offer you a little insight into the people behind SYIL UK and why we firmly believe we possess a unique blend of skills to be able to help you and your business make more money!
All this, whilst retaining the personal service that you expect and deserve.

Tom
Southern Technical Sales
Name: Tom Marshallsay
Drink of choice: Coffee, White and 2
Hometown: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Marital Status: Married with 2 Beautiful Daughters
Hobbies: Football, Music and being a Dad
Favourite film: Goodfellas
Industry Experience: 15+ years
First Job in Engineering: CNC Programmer and Operator
Later Careers:
7 years as a 5 Axis Programmer/Operator for a prestigious F1 component and precise manufacturing sub-contractor.
Area Sales Manager for one of the largest Machine Tool Companies in the UK, helping customers investigate new technology to increase output and revenue.
Why I'd like to work with you?
Similar to my colleagues, I'm not scared of any challenge in Engineering. I've cut my teeth on some of the hardest projects around, during the F1 season where fast leadtimes and perfection are the order of the day. Add this experience to an unwavering sense to achieve and I think we can do great things.

Lee
Midlands Technical Sales
Name: Lee Wilkinson
Drink of choice: Extra strong tea, splash of milk
Hometown: Luton, Hertfordshire
Marital Status: Engaged with a Son and a Daughter
Hobbies: Travelling, Guitars
Favourite film: Pulp Fiction
Industry Experience: 15+ years.
First Job in Engineering: Apprentice Toolmaker
Later Careers:
Full time Toolmaker and Machinist working in sub-contracting.
Technical Sales Engineer for a Swiss Tooling company, dealing in micro-machining and hard milling applications. Responsible for UK.
Area Sales Manager for one of the largest Machine Tool Companies in the UK, helping customers investigate new technology to increase output and revenue.
Why I'd like to work with you?
Having a varied background of both machines and technical tooling/applications allows me to offer solid advice for you to grow in business.

Patrick
Northern Technical Sales
Name: Patrick O'Connor
Drink of choice: Coffee white and 1
Hometown: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Marital Status: Married to a good 'un with 2 crazy but equally beautiful Daughters
Hobbies: Anything with pistons (in particular Motorbikes), Golf and seeing the Sun shining...
Favourite film: Django Unchained & Gladiator. Impossible to pick one!
Industry Experience: 15+ years
First Job in Engineering: Apprentice Production Engineer producing Precision Medical Implants and Devices using MasterCAM.
Later Careers:
- CNC Programmer & Trainer for a large Oil & Gas sub-contract company. Using MasterCAM/Delcam.
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for a large OEM, using Openmind HyperMILL. 3 axis through to 5 axis on a plethora of controls and machines.
- Area Sales Manager for a large Machine Tool Company in the UK, dealing with turnkey projects for large blue-chips, through to standard sales with small/medium businesses.
Why I'd like to work with you?
I'm a bit of a perfectionist, who really likes to do a 'proper job' on any project. I love the feeling of success whether personal or for my customers. I'd like to think I'm a good listener and I know what really matters in industry as I've worked at both the machine level and sales level covering the UK.
Most importantly, I can do the above whilst being able to have a good laugh and I'm not afraid of getting the hands dirty!
SYIL in the USA
SYIL Machine Tools Inc. ("SYIL USA") is SYIL's operation in the US. From Houston, SYIL USA organizes import and transportation of SYIL machines to its customers. In addition, SYIL USA has its own sales and support team to serve all US customers.
Partnership with TITANS of CNC
Since early 2024, SYIL USA partners with TITANS of CNC for the sales of CNC machines in the US.
Supply Chain Excellence
Siemens
SYIL has chosen the Siemens SINUMERIK as its preferred controllers for all its machines.
SINUMERIK CNC controllers offer the suitable automation solution for all machine designs – for jobshop, contract manufacturing, and large series production.
Schneeberger
SCHNEEBERGER is a leading global manufacturer of mineral castings and offers innovative and high-precision mineral casting solutions.
For the SYIL X Series, SCHNEEBERGER offers exclusively designed machine beds.