Expert Structural Steelwork in Ferndown, Dorset

It’s a common worry for many of our customers: will the steel meet the inspector’s requirements? With RA Steelworks, you can rest easy. We are fully UKAS-accredited to BS EN 1090-1 and approved for Execution Class 2 (EXC2). This isn't just a badge on our wall; it means every piece of structural steel we fabricate is CE-marked and fully compliant with UK Building Regulations. Whether it's a single load-bearing lintel for a kitchen knock-through or a multi-storey frame, we provide the documentation your building control officer needs to sign off on the work.

Most homeowners we speak to in Ferndown simply need a reliable RSJ for a loft conversion or an internal alteration. We treat these small jobs with the same precision as our largest industrial contracts. We stock and fabricate all standard sections, including Universal Beams (UB) and Universal Columns (UC), tailored to your structural engineer's exact specifications. Because we're local to the Dorset area, we can often offer faster turnaround times than the big national suppliers, keeping your bricklayers working and your project on schedule.

When it comes to the structural integrity of your building, the quality of the weld is non-negotiable. Our team consists of highly skilled, coded welders who are certified to the most demanding industry standards. We handle MIG, TIG, and stick welding for mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium. By using approved Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), we ensure that every critical joint is strong, reliable, and capable of carrying its intended load for decades to come. It’s about more than just joining metal; it's about the safety of the people inside the building.

Need to expand your warehouse space or build a new industrial unit in Dorset? We specialise in larger structural projects like portal frames and mezzanine floors. Imagine doubling your floor space without the cost of moving premises—a custom-fabricated mezzanine is often the most cost-effective way to grow. We manage the process from the initial fabrication in our workshop to the final installation on-site. Our CNC plasma and oxy-fuel cutting services ensure every component is profiled with millimetre precision, making the assembly phase smooth and efficient.