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It is widely known that ERW steel tubes are the most economically accessible form of metallic piping. The costs of producing this type are substantially lower than other means, in particular Drawn Over Mandrel and Seamless Mechanical Tubing. Whilst this is advantageous, it should not be considered the only reason why many – in particular within the construction industry – select this as the preferred style of choice. There are a number of reasons which make this form the best and most appropriate to use. Continue reading “Is Cost The Only Reason To Select ERW Steel Tubes?”

Whilst at face value this seems like a set of circumstances you’d think were all but impossible to exist, there is an ongoing controversy in the worldwide market for ERW tubes. The controversy is around the debate about how accurate measurements are for the diameter of tube supplied. At face value it would be fair to think that this problem seems impossible to be in place, as surely they are a universal constant. The problem comes from not the measurements themselves as such, but rather the way in which they are taken. Continue reading “Steel Tubes – OD vs ID”

Oval tubing offers a number of advantages when compared with standard circular tubes. The shape is stronger and is less likely to become misshapen. It is also more compact so the tube will take up less space. This makes it a good option for settings where there is limited room to work with. A third benefit is that the shape is also more aerodynamic. This makes it a good option for things like exhaust pipes on vehicles. Continue reading “The benefits and challenges of oval tubing”

For over ten years Union Steel Tubes has supplied some of the highest quality tubing available across the West Midlands area. Our knowledge and experience of manufacturing products is unparalleled and our tubes can be used in a wide assortment of products and applications. Continue reading “A wide array of applications for ERW steel tubes”

There are many people who regard ERW steel tubes as not being the ideal first choice for projects. A common perception is that seamless variations offer a far superior level of service, and that as such welded ones should only be considered in limited circumstances. This view was, once, quite correct. It might surprise you that we, as one of the UK’s leading names for this type of tubes, are saying this, but there is no point denying what was previously the case. We would, however, like to make it clear that there have been huge advances in the quality of ERW tubing. Continue reading “Expanding the benefits of choosing ERW steel tubes”

Since our establishment in 2004 we have specialised in cutting and supplying the highest quality ERW tubes to our customers. At Union Steel Tubes we offer a fast service that does not compromise the quality of the product and we extensively test all of our products before we distribute them. Continue reading “Satisfying every requirement for ERW steel tubes”