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If you’ve ever walked up or down a flight of stairs that contains stainless steel balustrading then you’ll probably have noticed the aesthetic sleek appearance, the tactile feel and contemporary nature of it. The truth is a gleaming steel balustrade can add a certain glamour to an otherwise bland staircase and can transform it into […]

If I could lay a bet on a thought that hadn’t crossed your mind today, that would be easy! It’s mezzanine flooring of course! You might not have even heard of it, but if for some strange reason the subject of Mezzanine flooring has cropped up in your thoughts lately then this post could be […]

Despite the heavy price tag that wrought iron gates can command, many homeowners still choose to install them on their property. If you’re thinking of changing your gates but haven’t yet considered wrought iron, or have previously discounted them for whatever reason, then here are 5 benefits that just might sway your opinion. The secure […]

If you’re not familiar with the term ‘metal fabrication’ then you might be more familiar with the term ‘fabricating the truth’. In essence it means bending the truth but it stems from the metal fabricator’s ability to take metal in one state whether it be a sheet, roll, or even a lump and turn it […]

Like most people you’ve probably heard of the term ‘powder coating’ however you mightn’t be so sure about what it entails and more importantly what it does. With this in mind, let’s take a closer look. Originating in North America some 40 years ago, powder coating is now used on a wide range of products […]

Despite the technology and accessibility of the information super highway there are certain business transactions that are better when not carried out over the internet. Custom metal fabrication is one of them. The electronic age has vastly improved productivity in virtually every industry and metal fabrication is certainly no exception. Nowadays correspondence, designs, bids, and […]

In motor sports in particular a roll bar or roll cage is crucial for the protection of a driver in the event of an accident or vehicle roll-over and therefore the material used has to be right. So which is the best material to use? There are several materials which can be used but the […]

It’s fair to say that in the 21st century, we’re all living in a less than private age. With the concept of the information super highway it allows us to text, tweet, and photograph every second of our (and indeed anyone else’s) lives. As a result it can be difficult for those who want to […]

Steel fence posts have many advantages over their counterparts such as wood or concrete and aside from the costs saving (normally around 20%) treated steel lasts considerably longer than wood posts. They’re easier and quicker to fix into the ground and what’s more, they’re versatile too. Normally used in conjunction with chain link fencing, steel […]

You might think that designers and building owners use steel because it looks sleek, modern, and contemporary. While this is certainly true, there are other excellent reasons for choosing steel over other materials. Let’s take a look at four of them. Speeds up construction Although it’s fair to say that with other materials you can […]