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Alpha Manufacturing is now able to offer a wide range of stainless steel fabrication services thanks to recent investment in a dedicated stainless steel cell. This isolated area allows us to produce food-grade stainless steel fabrications in a controlled, sterile environment.

Stainless Steel Fabricators

 

STAINLESS STEEL SERVICES

Stainless Steel Welding

With two dedicated weld bays manned by experienced stainless steel welders, we're able to offer quality TIG welding of stainless steel fabrications as well as spot welding capabilities.

STAINLESS STEEL SERVICES

Bead Blasting

Utilising a 3.5m x 6m blast room, we're able to offer high quality blast finishing to smaller components and large fabrications alike.

STAINLESS STEEL SERVICES

Ring Rolling

We offer ring rolling services in a variety of material thicknesses and ring diameters, thanks to powered bending rolls.

STAINLESS STEEL SERVICES

Edge Deburring

Utilising a Rasamax edge deburring machine, we can offer rapid safe edge finishing where smooth edges are required.

STAINLESS STEEL SERVICES

Stainless Steel Polishing

Our expert polishers and finishers are experienced in producing high end finishes for various applications.

Experts in Stainless Steel Fabrication

We Manufacture a huge range of stainless steel components, assemblies and finished poducts for various sectors and applications.

Is stainless steel magnetic?

It is a common misconception that stainless steel is non magnetic. In fact, it depends on the type of stainless and the level of Iron within it and its crystal structure (ferrite or martensite).

Magnetic and non-magnetic stainless steels can typically be grouped together based on the type of stainless steel. The following types of stainless steel are typically magnetic: Ferritic Stainless Steels such as grades 409, 430 and 439 Martensitic Stainless Steel such as grades 410, 420, 440 Duplex Stainless Steel such as grade 2205

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We work with a diverse range of customers from various sectors.

From construction to automotive, we supply a vast range of products into many different sectors.

With over 35 years experience in sub contract sheet metal fabrication, we have developed close working relationships customers from numerous industries. We understand the unique requirements and demands of each of the sectors we supply.

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What is stainless steel?

Stainless steel is a metal alloy produced by melting down various elements such as chromium, nickel, molybdenum, silicon, aluminium, and carbon at extreme temperature and combining to form a new, single material. Nitrogen and manganese are also introduced during this process to improve ductility and corrosion resistance.

What properties does stainless steel have?

Stainless steel is extremely durable, with high resistance to temperature, stains and corrosion. It can also be finished in various ways such as polishing to a mirror finish or brushing to produce a textured appearance.

What are the applications of stainless steel?

Stainless is a highly popular metal choice for a range of industries thanks to its unique durability and corrosion resistance properties. It is used extensively in construction and architecture, automotive manufacture, power generation and retail. However, it is in the food and medical industries where stainless steel’s characteristics are most valuable. It’s resistance to corrosion, combined with its ability to be highly polished and cleaned, means that it is ideal for sterile, hygienic environments.

How many types of stainless steel are there?

Stainless steel (or Inox steel) can be divided into three main types; austenitic, ferritic and martensitic. The major difference between the three types being the level of Nickel used in its production. The most commonly used is austenitic, grades 304, 316 and 317 as they are the most resistant to corrosion.

Can stainless steel be welded?

Yes, it can be MIG, TIG or spot welded.

What are the different finishes of stainless steel?

Bead blasting – Using a high-pressure air feed, fine glass beads are “blasted” at high speed onto the surface of the metal to remove any imperfections and substances. This finish is ideal for food or medical industries where hygiene is important.

Brushed – Where an aesthetic, decorative finish is required, stainless steel can be “brushed” using deburring belts. This removes the reflective mirror properties of the metal an ay reduce its corrosion resistance.

Passivated – Passivation is the process of treated the surface of the stainless steel with a chemical, usually an acid to remove any surface contamination.

Mirror finish – Through extensive polishing and buffing, using fine abrasives, it can be made to look highly reflective, hence the term “mirror finish”. This makes the metal very easy to clean and is ideal for hygienic environments such as kitchens or medical areas.