New profiles, new sizes and custom-made tooling

Everyone knows that you’ve got to have the right tools for the job. Sometimes the job requires us to make a new tool when a client needs something slightly different to the existing tubes we form here in the workshop.

Engineers, fabricators and architects often come to Timeless when off-the-shelf solutions just aren’t enough. We have the experience and skills to deliver complex specifications, and create new tools if necessary.

Sometimes we might need a new tool because a new size needs developing for a specific architectural, engineering project or application. Or because we need to replicate legacy parts, or replicate an ornamental flourish on a listed building.

Where possible, we will modify existing tooling to make new sizes (see guide below).

We’re often required to add bends to handrail and balustrade tubing, or to tubes that are being used to house electronic components. In order to achieve the correct radius on a bend, we might need to get a tool made. Sometimes we need to adapt the end of the tube to create flaring, which may also require a special tool to ensure we achieve the critical dimension.

Find out more about the other fabrication services we offer at Timeless.

If the tolerance levels are critical for your project, please discuss this with one of our engineers.