Frequently Asked Questions

Barnshaws specializes in a wide array of metal forming services, including:

• Section Bending: Bending sections up to 35 meters in length.
• Plate Rolling & Welding: Rolling plates up to 100 mm thick and 4,500 mm in length.
• Press Braking: Handling components up to 12 meters long and 80 mm thick.
• Induction Bending: Advanced bending for precise and consistent results.
• Aluminium Bending: Specializing in complex architectural and automotive sections.
• Tube & Pipe Bending: Utilizing various methods for diverse applications.

For detailed information, please visit Services.

Beyond primary metal forming, Barnshaws offers:

• Laser and Plasma Cutting: Laser cutting up to 12.0m x 2.0m; Mild Steel up to 25mm, Stainless Steel up to 30mm, Aluminium up to 25mm. Plasma cutting up to 17.8m x 4.9m; thicknesses up to 35mm.
• Tee Splitting: Splitting and straightening all sizes of universal beams, columns, or joists.
• Sawing: Precision cutting to length and end forming.
• Packing: Customised packaging solutions for safe transit.
• Edge Prepping: Weld preparations using flame/plasma bevelling and mechanical methods.
• Beam Straightening: Rectifying deformations to ensure precise alignment.

For detailed information, please visit Additional Services.

We work with a wide range of materials, including:

• Structural and fine-grained steels (e.g., S275, S355)
• Pressure vessel and alloy steels (e.g., P265GH, A387)
• Stainless steels (grades 304, 316L, 410)
• Duplex and super duplex stainless steels (e.g., UNS S31803, UNS S32760)
• Wear-resistant materials (e.g., Hardox)
• Aluminium
• Exotic materials such as monel and titanium

For a comprehensive list, refer to our Press Braking information.

We cater to various industries, including:

• Construction and structural engineering
• Architectural
• Chemical and petrochemical
• Marine
• Transport
• Leisure
• Defence

For more information, visit our Markets page.

Our facilities are strategically located to serve clients across the UK and Europe:

• West Midlands - Tividale: Tel: 0121 557 8261, Email: sectionbending@barnshaws.com
• West Midlands - Coseley: Tel: 01902 880250, Email: platebending@barnshaws.com
• Manchester: Tel: 0161 320 9696, Email: manchester@barnshaws.com
• Scotland - Hamilton: Tel: 01698 421010, Email: scotland@barnshaws.com
• Poland - Siemianowice Śląskie: Tel: +48 32 730 85 10, Email: polska@barnshaws.com
• Poland – Toruń: Tel: +48 32 730 85 10, Email: polska@barnshaws.com

For detailed contact information, please visit our Contact Information page.

Barnshaws is committed to maintaining the highest quality standards. We hold certifications including:

• ISO 9001: Quality Management Systems
• EN 1090-1: CE Marking for structural components up to Execution Class 4 (Exc4)

For more details, refer to our Guarantee page.

To request a quote, please contact the facility nearest to your location or relevant to your project needs. Contact details are available on our Contact Information page.

Barnshaws is dedicated to sustainable practices, focusing on:

• Reducing waste and scrap material
• Minimizing environmental impacts
• Ensuring ethical practices throughout our operations

For more details, refer to our Guarantee page.

Yes, we utilize the latest CAD and 3D modelling software to assist in design, ensuring accurate interpretation of your requirements. Our team is ready to collaborate on your specific applications.

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Section bending is the process of curving structural sections like beams, channels, angles, and tubes into specific shapes and radii. Barnshaws can bend sections up to 35 meters long, ideal for construction, architectural designs, and engineering projects.

Applications:

• Structural frameworks
• Architectural features
• Transport infrastructure
• Industrial machinery

Why Barnshaws:

• Unrivaled capacity for long sections
• In-house expertise to meet complex specifications
• Strict quality control ensuring consistent results

For more information, visit our Section Bending page.

Plate rolling is the process of bending flat metal plates into curved shapes like cylinders and cones. Barnshaws can roll plates up to 100 mm thick and 4,500 mm long. They also offer welding services to join plates, allowing the creation of larger structures.

Applications:

• Pressure vessels
• Storage tanks
• Structural components
• Marine and offshore applications

Why Barnshaws:

• Capability to handle thick and wide plates
• Combined rolling and welding for seamless project delivery
• Experience with carbon steel, stainless steel, and special alloys

For more information, visit our Plate Rolling & Welding page.

Press braking is a process that uses a precision press machine to bend, fold, and shape metal sheets. Barnshaws can handle components up to 12 meters long and 80 mm thick, ensuring accurate and consistent bends for structural and industrial applications.

Applications:

• Structural steel fabrication
• Architectural panels
• Machinery parts
• Transportation infrastructure

Why Barnshaws:

• One of the largest press braking capabilities in Europe
• Advanced CNC-controlled presses for precision bending
• Expertise in challenging materials and tight tolerances

For more information, visit our Press Braking page.

Induction bending uses localised heating and controlled pressure to bend metal sections, tubes, and pipes into precise radii. This process ensures high accuracy and maintains structural integrity, making it ideal for industrial and structural applications.

Applications:

• Pipeline construction
• Offshore oil & gas projects
• Structural and civil engineering
• Transport systems

Why Barnshaws:

• State-of-the-art induction bending technology
• Consistent bends with minimal deformation
• Suitable for high-strength materials

For more information, visit our Induction Bending page.

Aluminium bending is the process of shaping aluminium sections into precise curves and forms, often for architectural and automotive projects. Barnshaws uses specialised techniques to handle aluminium’s softness, ensuring high precision and minimal surface marking.

Applications:

• Building facades
• Transport components
• Public art and installations
• Aerospace and marine parts

Why Barnshaws:

• Expertise in bending lightweight alloys
• Advanced processes to minimize surface marking
• Experience in both aesthetic and structural applications

For more information, visit our Aluminium Bending page.

Tube and pipe bending is the process of curving tubes and pipes to precise angles and radii. Barnshaws uses various techniques, including cold bending, mandrel bending, and induction bending, to meet the needs of construction, industrial, and transport applications.

Applications:

• Industrial piping systems
• Structural frameworks
• Offshore and subsea installations
• Transport and automotive

Why Barnshaws:

• Ability to bend various diameters and wall thicknesses
• Techniques suited to different materials, including stainless steel and alloys
• High-precision, repeatable bends

For more information, visit our Tube & Pipe Bending page.