Industrial Pipework fabrications
The UK’s Leading Industrial Pipework Fabrication Company
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At Kee Engineering, we offer industrial pipework fabrication, coded welding, installation services and maintenance support to customers throughout the UK.
Here, we provide a comprehensive overview of industrial pipework fabrication services, including materials, processes, quality assurance, and maintenance.
Our fabrication services are designed for industrial end-users, engineers, and plant managers looking for a trusted partner when working on new builds, upgrades, or repairs. Learn how we can fabricate pipework that ensures safety, compliance, and efficiency.
Pipework Fabrication Services for Industrial Sites
Our specialities are manufacturing, installing and repairing industrial pipework within oil, gas, chemical, food, manufacturing, utilities, water, wastewater and public-sector industries.
From stainless steel pipework through to carbon steel pipes, skids, fittings and bespoke designs. Whether it’s off-site workshop production or installation at your premises, we can help.
Based at Halesowen, Birmingham, our workshop enables us to turn projects around quickly to cause the least amount of disruption to your working sites. With decades of experience, Kee Engineering supports each business with practical engineering advice, clear communication and a focus on safety, quality and speed.
What is the Fabrication of Pipework?
Pipe fabrication involves cutting, preparing, welding, assembling and testing pipes and fittings into a complete piping system.
Pipe fabrication in industrial applications involves creating systems that safely transport fluids, gases, fuels, chemicals, steam and process products around a site.
Industrial pipework fabrication undergoes a number of phases. These are:
- Layout of pipework designs
- Material selection
- Cutting, preparing and welding pipes
- Assembling fittings, skids and supports
- Testing and installing the completed sections
Kee Engineering provides pipework fabrication services for new projects, upgrades, replacement pipework, repairs, refurbishment and renewal of existing systems.
Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel and Mild Steel Pipework
Selecting the correct material is another key factor of any pipework fabrication project.
Considerations will include the system design, pressure requirements, temperature range, corrosion & erosion risks, hygiene implications and the product/service being transferred through the pipework system.
At Kee Engineering, we can fabricate pipework from stainless steel, carbon steel or mild steel.
Stainless steel pipework is generally used where corrosion resistance, hygiene factors or chemical resistance are important, such as food processing environments, chemical exposure and demanding industrial processes.
Carbon steel and mild steel are typically used in heavy duty industrial pipework installations where strength and durability are key concerns, along with suitability for the overall installation.
Several grades of stainless steel can be used to fabricate pipework systems, again depending on the application/environment and project specification.
Coded Welding and Pipe Welding Services
Kee Engineering provides coded welding and welding services for fabricated pipe sections, stainless steel pipes, carbon steel pipes, fittings and associated components.
Depending on the material and project specification, welding methods can include TIG, MIG and stick welding.
- TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding is known for providing high-quality and precise welds, commonly used for critical applications and stainless steel.
- MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding offers a fast and efficient process, widely used for carbon and stainless steel.
- Stick welding, also known as SMAW, is versatile for on-site fabrication, heavy-duty applications and repairs.
High integrity welding processes used to fabricate pipework may be qualified to standards such as BS EN ISO 15614-1 and ASME IX to help demonstrate compliance with industry standards. Standards such as BS EN ISO 15614-1 and ASME IX provide guidelines which must be adhered to when welding safely in high integrity, safety critical environments.
- ISO 9606-2 for aluminum
- ISO 3834 for Quality Requirements for Fusion Welding
- EN 1090 for structural steel (Execution Class EXC2 or EXC3) for CE/UKCA marking
- and internationally may reference ASME IX from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the American Welding Society (AWS D1.1) for structural steel.
Workshop Fabrication and On-Site Installation
Kee Engineering can manufacture pipe sections in-house before they are delivered and installed on-site.
Fabrication is often done in shop controlled environments to ensure greater quality and ASME code compliance prior to installation. This allows for better quality control, less disruption and minimises assembly within operating areas.
Advanced welding techniques in pipework fabrication include submerged arc welding, which allows for the production of welded pipework up to 3,000mm in diameter and a maximum weight of five tonnes. Capacity can vary depending on the size and complexity of the projects. Still, Kee Engineering can produce up to 500 metres of pipework per week where project conditions allow.
Our team can also provide on-site pipe fitting, installation, modification and maintenance support where the work needs to be completed in place.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Pipe fabrication in an industrial workshop typically involves a series of stages to convert raw materials into pipework systems which can transport liquids, gases and solids.
Certified inspectors can carry out a visual inspection to highlight surface defects, alignment and ensure accurate dimensions. Checks can include dimensions, welds, pressure testing and anything specific to your project.
NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) can be organised if necessary. Tests such as X-ray, radiography or ultrasound can be used to reveal hidden weld defects without damaging the part.
Hydrostatic testing is another way we ensure the quality of your pipework. By filling the system with water at high pressure, we can guarantee integrity and check for leaks.
Pipe fabrication must adhere to strict guidelines and standards such as ASME B31.3 to ensure safe operation and reliability when used in critical applications.
Kee Engineering is certified to City & Guilds, IPAF, Lloyd’s Register, certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and WIAPS approved.
Operations are performed by skilled professionals who are qualified to use PPE, follow safety procedures and adhere to environmental and quality standards. All pipework fabrication operations are required to be conducted by trained professionals who are certified in accordance with the latest safety legislation.
By adhering to the highest standards, we keep your business safe, help you minimise risk and stay compliant.
Fabrication Applications
Kee Engineering supports a wide range of industries, including:
- Oil and gas transfer
- Fuel storage and distribution
- Plant rooms
- Manufacturing
- Chemical processing
- Food production
- Commercial heating and boiler rooms
- Water and wastewater infrastructure
- Hospitals, prisons and public-sector buildings
- Skids, frames, supports and ancillary equipment
- Heat exchangers
- Maintenance and repair of existing assets
Maintenance, Refurbishment and Renewal
Kee Engineering can support maintenance, refurbishment and renewal work as well as new installation projects.
This can include:
- Replacement sections
- Modified fittings
- New supports
- Repaired components
- Alterations
- Fabricated items built to suit existing conditions
Ideal for those customers with older installations looking to prolong the life of their assets, avoid full replacement and ensure critical services continue to operate safely. Kee Engineering is committed to helping customers expand, adapt or renew previous installations, drawing on years of practical experience to find a suitable solution for each project.
Speak to Kee Engineering About Your Pipework Project
For customers looking for a leading supplier of industrial pipework fabrication, Kee Engineering provides practical engineering support from initial discussion through to fabrication, installation and maintenance.
Our contracts team can review your requirements, arrange the work, manage the process and act as your first point of contact throughout the project.
Kee Engineering can advise on project time, installation requirements and the most suitable form of support for your site.
Get in touch using our contact form to discuss your order, coded welding requirements, project timescales or industrial maintenance needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pipework Fabrication
Answers to common questions about pipework fabrication, fabricated piping systems, testing, standards and how existing pipework can be repaired or modified.
What Is Pipework Fabrication?
Pipework fabrication is the manufacturing of pipework systems from pipes, fittings and materials. Materials can include stainless steel, carbon steel or mild steel.
Fabrication can involve cutting, welding, assembly, testing and preparation for installation.
What Is the Fabrication of a Piping System?
The fabrication of a piping system is where pipework drawings and designs are turned into a pipework system.
The process can include material selection, cutting, welding, fitting, inspection, testing, quality checks and installation.
How Is Pipework Tested?
Pipework that has been fabricated can undergo certified visual inspection, dimensional inspection, pressure testing and non-destructive testing.
Hydrotesting can also be used to test the integrity of pipework and identify any leaks before a system goes into service.
Which Standards Apply?
Standards required will vary depending on the project, type of system, client requirements and operating environment.
Kee Engineering can fabricate to ASME B31.3, ASME IX and BS EN ISO 15614-1 standards where required.
Can Existing Pipework Systems Be Repaired Using Fabrication?
Yes, pipework fabrication can be used to refurbish, renew or replace sections of existing pipework.
Bespoke fittings can be made, and modifications can be completed to extend asset life and reduce full system replacement.
