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Sheet Metal Fabrication Service

Laser Welding Solutions for UK Railway Industry

Tailored for British Rail: Precision, Speed, and Sustainability to Transform Your Operations
Why UK Railway Professionals Choose Our Laser Welding Systems
“Arc welding is all we’ve ever used—until we saw this. Impressive doesn’t cover it.”
— UK-Based Railway Client
For decades, arc welding has been the standard in UK rail. But as British rail networks push for faster speeds (HS2), lighter components, and net-zero goals, our laser welding systems deliver the innovation you need to stay ahead. Designed specifically for UK railway challenges—from on-site track repairs to high-speed train manufacturing—we turn “good enough” into “game-changing.”
Key Benefits for UK Railway Applications

Our laser welding systems solve the pain points UK rail teams face daily with arc welding:

1. Precision That Meets UK Rail Safety Standards

  • Pinpoint heat source (0.1mm): Eliminates distortion in thin, critical components (e.g., aluminum train panels, electrical connectors) — a common issue with arc welding’s broad heat zone.
  • Consistent, automated joints: Every weld matches UK rail’s strict safety criteria (BS EN standards), reducing QC time and risk of human error.

2. Speed to Cut Downtime on British Tracks

  • Up to 5x faster than arc welding: Complete bogie frame joints or rail repairs in hours, not days.
  • Minimal post-weld cleanup: No slag removal (unlike SMAW/FCAW arc welding) — get components back in service faster, keeping UK trains running on schedule.

3. Sustainability Aligned with UK Net-Zero Goals

  • 50% less energy use: Beats arc welding’s high energy consumption, supporting your carbon reduction targets.
  • Near-zero waste: No excess filler material or slag — perfect for UK rail’s push toward circular manufacturing.

4. Portability for UK’s Diverse Rail Infrastructure

  • Compact, mobile designs: Works on-site (e.g., remote track repairs in Scotland) or in factories (e.g., train body production in the Midlands) — no need for fixed setups like some arc welding systems.
Product Range for UK Railway Needs
We offer 3 core laser welding systems, tailored to British rail’s unique demands:

Model
Best For
Key Specs (UK Rail Focus)
RailWeld Pro 500
On-site track repairs, switch maintenance
Portable (25kg), weather-resistant (IP54) for UK’s variable climate, compatible with rail steel (BS 11:1996)
RailWeld Max 1000
High-speed train manufacturing (e.g., HS2 components)
Welds aluminum alloys (common in lightweight trains), automated feed for consistent joints
RailWeld Flex 800
Bogie frames, bridge brackets
Handles thick metals (up to 20mm), integrates with UK rail’s existing IoT monitoring tools
P.S. Questions about arc welding to laser welding? Please get in touch with us directly.

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FAQ's about sheet metal fabrication service

There are many types of materials available for sheet metal customization: cold rolled sheet (SPCC), hot rolled sheet (SPHC), electro-galvanized sheet (SECC), hot dip galvanized sheet (SGCC), stainless steel: such as SUS301 and SUS304, copper and copper alloys, aluminum and aluminum alloys: such as 6061, 6063 aluminum alloys, and other materials: including tinplate (SPTE).
We can also source many custom materials on request. Contact Violet@fuleimetal.com to discuss the options.

We provide the following processing services:
1. **Drawing design**.
2. **Laser cutting**, processing accuracy can reach ±0.1mm.
3. **Bending**.
4. **Forming**: Other forming processes besides bending, such as using molds on ordinary punching machines or other equipment to deform the workpiece, including stretching, rib pressing, convex bulge, etc.
5. **Welding forming: Commonly used welding methods include argon arc welding, butt welding, carbon dioxide welding, etc. The welding gap is generally 0.5-0.8mm, and the weld is uniform and smooth.
6. **Surface treatment**: electrostatic powder spraying, liquid paint, electroplating, surface oxidation, surface brushing
7. **Assembly**: Screws, rivets and other connection methods may be used.
8. **Packaging and shipment**.

To ensure the quality of sheet metal parts, we strictly implement the process flow, establish a quality management system, and strengthen quality inspection: full inspection of the first piece, including inspection of the size, expansion, etc., sampling inspection of finished products, and comprehensive inspection of the appearance. If unqualified, timely adjustment and re-inspection.

The lead time for sheet metal fabrication projects varies based on multiple factors, such as project complexity, material availability, production capacity, and manufacturing processes.
In general, simple sheet metal fabrication projects may have a lead time of a few days to a week or so. Complex projects or those with special requirements can take two to four weeks or even longer. Prototype projects usually take 2-5 days if in-stock materials are used.

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