Marcegaglia UK expands stainless steel tube production
Marcegaglia UK has announced an expansion of its manufacturing capabilities at its Oldbury site and now produces electro-welded stainless steel tubes.
The addition complements its existing production of carbon steel tubes, allowing it to provide a broad range of high-quality steel products for various applications, Kallanish learns from the company.
The Oldbury facility spans 69,000 square metres, with 46,184 square metres of covered space. It is equipped with four production lines for carbon steel tubes, with a total capacity of 70,000 tonnes, alongside three production lines for stainless steel tubes, enhancing the capacity by an additional 30,000t.
The production of stainless steel welded tubes at Marcegaglia UK focuses primarily on steel grade 304, adhering to the EN10296-2 standards for round tubes and ASTM A544 standards for square and rectangular tubes.
The company says the expansion marks a significant step in its UK’s growth, reflecting its dedication to meeting the diverse needs of its customers across the steel industry whilst its production lines are equipped to provide a variety of specific tube finishes.
Marcegaglia UK has recently become a member of the British Stainless Steel Association (BSSA).
Carrie Bone UK
