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What is ERW Tubing?

ERW Steel Tubing

Welcome to Union Steel, a well-established steel tubing company with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry. When you choose to work with us, you can always be confident it our high standards as we are an ISO 9001 registered company. We specialise in steel cutting and processing and also have a large array of steel tubes on offer too. Although we are a relatively small company in terms of staff, we are able to handle any sized order due to our extensive product line and dedication to our work, being able to also offer a personalised service to all who seek it.

Whatever length of tube you require then you can be confident that you'll find it here with us. All of our steel items can be altered and provided in the lengths that you need them, saving you valuable time and money. With the little overhead that we have we are able to keep costs to a minimum and pass any savings that we have directly on to our customers, rather than keep them for our own benefit like many similar companies do.

One of the best things about us is the fact that we're able to offer something that many other companies of our kind cannot; convenience. We keep a large amount of items in stock at all times so we can be here when you need us in urgent circumstances. We know how difficult and time consuming it can be to have to wait for products for your project so if you're local to us, we can offer same day delivery or you can come and collect the tubes yourself. If you're not local, we can offer next day delivery to areas of mainland UK. As well as that, because we are an ISO 9001 registered company, we are committed to quality and never skip any processes to save money.

If you are interested in learning more about our ERW steel tubing then please do not hesitate to call us at Union Steel Tubes today and we'll be more than happy to point you in the right direction. Customer satisfaction is our utmost priority and we will ensure that you are fully catered to when you work with us no matter what your requests are.

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Different types of irrigation

Agriculture is one of the most important industries in the world. We rely on it to provide enough food to sustain people all around the globe. Effectively watering crops is a vital part of the process. To do this, many farmers rely on irrigation systems. A number of them can feature metal tubing. As one of the top providers of ERW steel tubes in the West Midlands, we want to have a closer look at them. Continue reading “Different types of irrigation”

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Contact or induction ERW welding?

There are several different ways to create steel tubing, but electric resistance welding is one of the best. It is quick, cost effective, and can provide advantages such as a small weld zone and a strong bond. Interestingly, there are a number of ways to do it too. We want to look at the different processes in terms of contact and induction welding. Then if you want to purchase ERW tube, we’d be happy to work with you. Continue reading “Contact or induction ERW welding?”

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Alloy vs stainless steels

Steel is an alloy of carbon and iron. It has uses in all kinds of industries, such as military and construction. This is due to the quick fabrication, customisation, durability, and strength on offer. Of all the steel variants on the market, a big argument is alloy vs stainless steel. Picking your material should only happen after understanding their characteristics in relation to a project. What we are going to do here is discuss the two and determine which one you should use. Then if you want to work with a top ERW steel tube supplier in the West Midlands, you can come to us. Continue reading “Alloy vs stainless steels”

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The importance of non-destructive testing

There are plenty of advantages with welded steel tubing. Most notably the tube can be cheaper and generally has a smaller production time. In terms of applications, there can be far more choice with the products. This can include large diameter sections with thinner walls. Whatever you choose though, it is important to look at the quality. That is something you don’t need to worry about if you come to us for the finest ERW steel tubes in the West Midlands. Continue reading “The importance of non-destructive testing”