Specialist Welding and Fabrication Services


Insulated low loss header with white casing, cutaway showing internal design for hydraulic separation.
Insulated low loss header with white casing, cutaway showing internal design for hydraulic separation.
Precision seam welding of a commercial cylinder shell at the World Heat Cylinders manufacturing facility.
Precision seam welding of a commercial cylinder shell at the World Heat Cylinders manufacturing facility.
Example of a bespoke pre-plumbed hot water cylinder solution manufactured by World Heat Cylinders.
Example of a bespoke pre-plumbed hot water cylinder solution manufactured by World Heat Cylinders.
Skilled artisan brazing a component for a World Heat cylinder
Skilled artisan brazing a component for a World Heat cylinder
World Heat Cylinders domestic hot water cylinders finished with polyurethane spray foam insulation.
World Heat Cylinders domestic hot water cylinders finished with polyurethane spray foam insulation.

While World Heat Cylinders is renowned for the design and production of high-quality storage and pressure vessels, our expertise also extends significantly into comprehensive welding and fabrication services. Indeed, we proudly offer these specialist services to customers throughout Tameside, Greater Manchester, and across the United Kingdom. Furthermore, our dedicated facility and highly skilled team enable us to tackle a diverse range of metal fabrication projects with precision and efficiency.



Our Welding & Fabrication Capabilities


Our team of skilled fabricators and certified coded welders are proficient in producing bespoke fabricated and welded products for a multitude of applications. Primarily, we specialise in working with:

  • Stainless Steel: Leveraging our extensive experience with various grades (including Duplex) for corrosion resistance and hygienic applications.
  • Mild Steel: Providing robust and cost-effective solutions for structural and general fabrication work.

Consequently, our core welding and fabrication services encompass a variety of processes and outputs. These include, for example:

  • Bespoke Pipework: Custom-designed and fabricated pipe spools, manifolds, and complex pipe assemblies.
  • Headers & Manifolds: Precision-welded headers for heating, cooling, and process fluid distribution.
  • Steel Framework: Manufacturing support structures, skids, and frames for equipment mounting or architectural purposes.
  • Sheet Metal Work: Involving cutting, bending, forming, and welding of sheet materials for enclosures, guards, ducting, and custom components.
  • Pressure Part & Vessel Repairs: Where feasible and compliant, undertaking repairs to existing welded structures (subject to assessment).
  • Prototype Development & One-Offs: Collaborating with clients to develop and fabricate unique components or pilot a new design.


Precision seam welding of a commercial cylinder shell at the World Heat Cylinders manufacturing facility.


Why Choose WH Cylinders for Fabrication?


There are several compelling reasons to choose World Heat Cylinders for your fabrication needs. Specifically, you benefit from:

  • Skilled Workforce: Our fabricators and coded welders possess extensive experience and relevant certifications.
  • Quality Materials: We source high-quality stainless steel and mild steel. This ensures the integrity and longevity of our fabrications.
  • Precision & Accuracy: Adherence to tight tolerances and detailed specifications is paramount within our workshop.
  • Versatility: From intricate pipework to robust frameworks, our team can handle diverse project requirements.
  • Integrated Solutions: Importantly, our fabrication services seamlessly complement our cylinder and calorifier manufacturing. This allows us to offer complete packaged solutions.
  • UK-Based Facility: All fabrication work is carried out at our Manchester site. This guarantees quality control and efficient project management.


Discuss Your Welding or Fabrication Project


Should you have a specialist welding, fabrication, or sheet metal work project you wish to discuss, our technical team is ready. They can provide expert advice and a competitive quotation. Indeed, we can assist from the initial concept and design stages right through to final fabrication and delivery. Whether your project involves a one-off bespoke item or a series of components, our commitment is to meet your needs precisely.

Therefore, please feel free to email your project details and any relevant drawings to sales@whcylinders.co.uk. Alternatively, you can call our engineers on 0161 343 8610 to discuss your requirements in further detail. You can also easily submit your enquiry via our contact page.