Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Engineering Business Loans: Fast, No‑Obligation Matches for UK Engineering Firms
Summary: Fast Business Loans helps engineering companies in the UK find the right finance quickly. Complete a short, no‑obligation enquiry (not an application) and we’ll match you with specialist lenders or brokers for asset finance, working capital, invoice finance, bridging and project funding from £10,000 upwards. There’s no charge to you and your initial enquiry won’t affect your credit score. Get Started – Free Eligibility Check
Why engineering firms turn to Fast Business Loans
Engineering businesses often face capital‑intensive requirements: high-value machinery, long project payment cycles and seasonal peaks in labour or materials. Fast Business Loans provides a fast, free route to lenders and brokers who specialise in engineering sectors so you can focus on running projects — not searching for finance.
We act as a connector: you submit a brief enquiry (this is not a loan application) and we match your business with providers who can assess your needs. There’s no obligation to proceed and your initial enquiry will not affect your credit file. Free Eligibility Check
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
How our engineering finance matching service works
Our process is designed to be quick and transparent so engineering directors and finance managers can get meaningful options without lengthy admin.
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Step 1 – 2‑minute online enquiry
Tell us a few details about your company, the amount you need (from £10,000 upwards), and the type of finance you’re considering. This short form is purely to identify suitable lenders or brokers — it is not a formal application.
Step 2 – We match you with specialist engineering lenders
We use the information you provide to select lenders and brokers on our panel who understand engineering businesses — whether you need asset finance for CNC kit, invoice finance to bridge payment terms, or a short‑term bridge for a project mobilisation.
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Step 3 – Compare offers, discuss terms, decide on funding
Matched providers will contact you directly to discuss terms and request any supporting documents. You’ll compare quotes and choose whether to proceed — the decision is always yours. Get Quote Now
What we don’t do: we’re not a lender and we don’t take decisions about credit. We introduce you to providers who will handle the rest. Initial enquiries are soft and do not affect credit scores; lenders may carry out checks later if you progress.
Funding challenges engineering businesses face
Engineering firms commonly tell us they struggle with:
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- High capital cost of equipment: modern CNC machines, inspection rigs or fabrication kit can be expensive to buy outright.
- Project cash‑flow timing: long payment cycles from clients or progress‑based payments that don’t align with supplier invoices.
- R&D and innovation funding gaps: investment needed to develop prototypes or adopt new manufacturing techniques.
- Skilled labour and payroll pressure: keeping talent on board while bidding for new contracts.
These issues mean many engineering firms need flexible solutions rather than a one‑size‑fits‑all loan.
Engineering finance options we can help you access
Below is an overview of the main finance products common to engineering businesses. Terms and availability depend on provider assessment.
| Finance type | Typical use & key features |
|---|---|
| Unsecured business loan | Quick working capital for contract mobilisation or cash‑flow; no asset security but usually higher rates and lender affordability checks. |
| Secured loans | Lower rates using property or business assets as security; suited to larger projects or refinancing existing facilities. |
| Asset finance / hire purchase | Spread the cost of machinery over time; ownership often transfers after final payment. Useful for CNC machines, presses and vehicles. |
| Equipment leasing | Off‑balance or operational leases keep equipment upgrades flexible; often includes maintenance packages. |
| Invoice finance / factoring | Unlock cash tied up in unpaid invoices to smooth 30–120+ day payment terms from clients. |
| Project bridging finance | Short‑term facilities to cover mobilisation or deposits until client payments arrive. |
| Merchant cash advance | Repayments linked to turnover — sometimes suitable for firms with card receipts but less common in engineering. |
| R&D/innovation funding | Specialist lenders and brokers who understand R&D tax credits, grant bridging and green engineering finance. |
Always review affordability, security and fees carefully — offers vary by lender and business profile.
For details about sector criteria and lender preferences specific to this industry, see our resources on engineering business loans.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Why use Fast Business Loans for engineering funding?
Fast Business Loans adds value when time is tight and options matter:
- Sector‑specialist matches: we connect you with lenders and brokers who understand engineering cash flows and asset values.
- Speed & simplicity: a single short enquiry can produce multiple matched contacts — less admin for you.
- Range of amounts: we work with partners who can arrange finance from around £10,000 up to multi‑million facilities, depending on need.
- No charge for business owners: our service is free and there’s no obligation to accept any quote.
- Secure & discreet: we only share your details with appropriate partners and explain next steps clearly.
Engineering client scenarios we support
Typical examples of how we help engineering clients:
- Precision engineering SME: asset finance to acquire CNC machines spread across 3–5 years, preserving working capital.
- Civil engineering contractor: invoice finance to bridge 60–90 day client payment terms, freeing cash for materials and labour.
- Renewables installer: project bridging for pre‑installation costs on solar or battery projects while awaiting milestones payments.
- Manufacturing scale‑up: secured loan to refinance debt and invest in automation to increase capacity.
If your project looks similar to the examples above, complete a short enquiry so we can connect you with the right specialists. Get Quote Now
What to expect after you enquire
Once you submit the enquiry form:
- A member of our network will usually contact you by phone or email (often within a few hours during business days).
- They may request documents such as recent accounts, management accounts, cash‑flow forecasts, ID for directors and details of any security.
- If you decide to proceed, the lender/broker will carry out their own checks; they will explain any potential impact on credit records before doing so.
- Completion times vary by product — unsecured loans can be fast (24–72 hours in simple cases), while secured or asset finance facilities may take longer.
Remember: the form is an enquiry to help match you with providers — it is not an application and does not commit you to borrow.
Responsible borrowing & transparency
We encourage responsible borrowing. Always check affordability and read provider terms carefully. Fast Business Loans introduces you to lenders and brokers; any credit agreement, costs and terms are set by the provider you choose. There is no guaranteed approval — decisions are made by the lender/broker after assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fast Business Loans a lender?
No. We are an introducer that connects UK engineering businesses with lenders and brokers. We do not provide finance directly.
Will an enquiry affect my credit score?
No — submitting the Fast Business Loans enquiry form does not impact your credit file. If you progress with a provider, they may perform credit checks in line with their policy and with your consent.
What loan sizes are available?
Our partners arrange facilities starting from around £10,000 and upwards, from short‑term bridging to multi‑million structured finance depending on the need and security offered.
How quickly can I get funds?
Timescales vary: simple unsecured facilities can sometimes complete within a few days; asset finance or secured loans often take longer due to valuations, documentation and legal steps. Your matched provider will give an estimate based on your situation.
Do you support green or innovation projects?
Yes. We work with partners experienced in sustainability upgrades, renewable energy projects and R&D funding solutions including specialist lenders and tax‑credit bridging products.
What documents will lenders request?
Commonly: recent company accounts, management accounts, bank statements, ID for directors, a list of assets for asset finance and projected cash‑flow. Requirements vary by product and provider.
Ready to explore your engineering finance options?
If you need funding to buy kit, bridge project cash‑flow, scale operations or invest in innovation, start with a short enquiry and we’ll match you to the best lenders and brokers for your needs. The form takes less than two minutes, it’s free, and it won’t affect your credit score. Get Started – Free Eligibility Check
– Are you a lender or a broker?
Fast Business Loans is an introducer that connects UK engineering firms with specialist lenders and brokers; we don’t lend or give financial advice.
– Will submitting an enquiry affect my credit score?
No — it’s a quick, no‑obligation eligibility enquiry that won’t affect your credit score, with any credit checks only done later by a chosen provider.
– What types of engineering finance can you match me with?
We match businesses to unsecured and secured loans, asset finance/hire purchase, equipment leasing, invoice finance/factoring, project bridging, and R&D/green funding.
– How much can I borrow for an engineering business loan?
Our partners typically fund from around £10,000 up to multi‑million facilities, subject to assessment and any security offered.
– How fast can I get funding?
Simple unsecured facilities can complete in 24–72 hours, while asset finance and secured deals usually take longer due to valuations, documentation and legal steps.
– Do I need security or collateral?
Both unsecured and secured options are available, with larger amounts and lower rates more likely when property or assets are used as security.
– Does it cost anything to use Fast Business Loans?
No — the matching service is free for business owners and there’s no obligation to proceed with any offer.
– What will I need to provide and what happens after I enquire?
Expect to share recent accounts, management accounts, bank statements, director ID, forecasts and asset details, after which matched providers contact you to discuss terms and next steps.
– Can I finance CNC machines and other equipment?
Yes — asset finance, hire purchase and equipment leasing can spread the cost of CNC machines, presses, vehicles and other kit over time.
– Can you help with cash flow gaps from long client payment terms?
Yes — invoice finance can unlock cash tied up in 30–120+ day invoices, and short‑term project bridging can support mobilisation until payments arrive.