Structural Steel Fabrication
Structural Steel Fabrication
The structural steel fabrication and architectural sheet metal fabrication industry is all around us in everyday life without most people ever taking any notice. A dedicated team of structural steel fabricators with the correct design and guidance can produce anything from a simple portal frame to the high-rise buildings you see throughout the world through architectural steel fabrication.
FEM Ltd offers a high-quality structural steelwork service that is both ISO 9001 approved as well carrying out CE marking to execution class 3 on all steelwork projects. FEM supplies many products and services to companies based across Europe while other companies have used our fabrication services to manufacture and install items as far as Australia.
Structural Steel Fabrication Process
The structural steel fabrication process involves the use of a skilled workforce using a large range of equipment from welders to plasma torches to water jets. FEM has a facility that is 30,000 sq/ft with overhead cranes and fork trucks to ensure a smooth flow of work can be maintained.
Each job that comes through the door is examined using a technical review to ensure that the project can be completed to the correct specifications on time and on a budget. Upon an order being placed the metal fabricators will work from detailed drawings created by draughtsman to transform steel sections steel and plate into an item that can have a purpose throughout the world.
Our team of trained welders, to BS EN 287, then carry out the required welding process adhering to the relevant weld procedures and best practices. Upon completion, the final product will be inspected, and final non-destructive testing will take place where required.
Once the product is complete a decision will need to be made on the best protection applicable to apply to the steel to meet the required specifications. The final stage in the process is to deliver the steelwork to the customers’ required destination, FEM works with a specialised haulage company who move products throughout Europe.
Why choose Structural steel?
Affordability
Compared to other metal elements, steel is cheaper and stronger and this makes it more affordable and much more opted for homeowners. However, some firms sell at high prices to new homeowners.
To avoid such exploitation it is important to do thorough research of what is available in the market.
Prefabrication ability
Structural steel plans are usually pre-fabricated before they are brought to construction locations. Pre-fabrication lessens the amount of job that could be done during construction hence the building takes less time to complete. It is such an advantage that makes steel the best to use for your architectural metalwork.
Low Maintenance
Use of some materials other than steel, for example, wooden materials, provide needless nuisances during maintenances. Wooden material is prone to bug attacks and breaks easily when exposed to natural calamities. During repairs of such materials, it becomes a real hassle and most companies or individuals are forced to replace the structure altogether. Steel products, on the other hand, are easier to repair and last for a very long time comparatively.
Appearance
Besides being a sturdy and reliable option, it also looks neat and elegant if designed creatively through the use of design software before it is being prefabricated. Using steel is also environmentally friendly since it can be re-used and recycled. Also, less energy is used during the production of steel thus carbon production is low or not present at all.
Need Help with a Fabrication project?
Not sure where to start? At Fem we offer expert advice and guidance to point you in the right direction and help make the process smoother.
If you are looking for a highly qualified structural steel fabrication company that is reliable and offers a fully traceable service, please feel free to contact us for a free no-obligation quote and see how FEM Ltd can help with your next project.