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As part of Universal’s commitment to offering fast track prototyping and scalable manufacturing to its customers, we are proud to announce we have invested in another 6kW Laser Cutter. This state-of-the-art Amada machine takes advantage of the latest ECO technology and compliments our other laser cutting and punching machines.  The new Amada Ensis 4020 AJ…

As part of Universal Fabrications’ commitment to reduce its Carbon Footprint we are delighted to announce our solar power installation is now live. Early benefits have been incredible, at one point over 90% of the electrical power was being self-generated through solar!!! As a sheet metal fabrication company, electrical power is critical to our operations….

Sheet Metal Fabrication company secures JOSCAR Accreditation Universal Fabrications achieves Approved Supplier Status for the Aerospace, Defence and Security Sectors We are pleased to announce that we have secured JOSCAR Approved Supplier status. This marks a significant moment for the company as it further cements itself as a proven sheet metal fabrication company to the…

Universal Fabrications is proud to announce a significant step towards promoting workplace diversity and inclusion. We have recently become a signatory of the Race at Work Charter, an initiative by Business in the Community (BITC) that aims to improve equal opportunities for Black, Asian, Mixed Race, and ethnically diverse employees in the UK. This commitment…

In our commitment to supporting the local community, Universal Fabrications is a proud sponsor of Hinckley Rugby Club under-8s team. We recognise the vital role children’s sports play in their development and through our sponsorship, we can play a part in their growth both on and off the field. As a sheet metal fabrication company, we understand…

As an employer of choice, Universal Fabrications is always looking for ways to improve the working conditions for its people. With the arrival of summer and the start of the Euro 2024 championships, it seemed the perfect time to create some additional outdoor space. Within less than a day we turned an unused space into…

As part of Universal’s commitment to reduce its impact on the environment, we are pleased to announce that our Carbon Reduction Plans are significantly underway and published on our website. Through a number of infrastructure improvements and best practice behaviours, we will be reducing our carbon footprint by 30% in 2024. Sustainable Practices in Sheet…

Universal Fabrications is proud to announce that it has become a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the contribution that Service personnel, reservists, veterans, the cadet movement and military families make to our organisation, our community and to the country. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant by…

We are pleased to announce that Universal Fabrications will be exhibiting at Subcon 2024, the UK’s largest subcontract manufacturing supply chain show, taking place between 5-6 June at the NEC in Birmingham.  As a leading provider of sheet metal fabrication and precision machining, we look forward to showcasing our comprehensive capabilities at this major industry…

Universal Fabrications attended DPRTE 2024 at Farnborough as an exhibitor. It was a pleasure to catch up with existing customers and spend time talking through our vehicle fabrication and assembly services which include: If you have a project where you have design authority and need a bespoke solution to your off-site fabrication and machining needs,…