Design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of high-purity gas and liquid delivery systems since 1988
Orbital is a market leader in high- and ultra-high-purity gas and liquid delivery systems used in demanding manufacturing applications.
Our founder, Ian Pearson, set up Orbital Fabrications Ltd in a rented industrial unit close to Cambridge with just 500 sq. ft of space. Similar to many small fabrication businesses, Ian’s expertise was in welding. Such was his skill, that Orbital came to the attention of businesses and sectors where the quality and integrity of welds was, quite literally, mission-critical. Projects for NASA, for academic institutions and companies in the emerging semiconductor sector followed. Ian was soon joined in the business by sister Sue and brother Pip and growth continued, with Orbital relocating to larger premises in nearby St Ives a few years later. We continued to fulfil ever more demanding projects for high-purity gas and liquid delivery systems, developing an integrated approach which sets us apart from many in the field.
At Orbital Fabrications, precision is more than just a standard, it’s the foundation of everything we do. We build systems that ensure safety, reliability and purity for industries where failure is not an option.
Although we have come a long way from our origins in general metal fabrication, the craftsmanship of our welders remains at the heart of what we deliver.
This is reflected in our brand promise:
Welded . Pure . Secure
Orbital remained in the ownership of the Pearson family until 2023, when Bergman & Beving acquired a majority stake.
Today, our 37,000 sq. ft manufacturing base includes 6000 sq. ft of environmentally controlled clean areas, along with full system design, project management and documentation capabilities, a comprehensive CNC machining workshop and extensive testing facilities. A thorough understanding of all applicable standards, including GMP, SEMI, ASME and BS EN codes, ensures that system design meets respective industry criteria.
Orbital’s scope of supply includes
Gas control equipment
Liquid control equipment
Fluid systems
Tube welding
Pipe spool fabrication
Process pipework services
Stainless steel fabrications
High-purity welding
Skilled in a range of welding techniques, the company’s team of craftsmen is best-known for its expertise in orbital welding: this delivers high-purity, high-integrity fully penetrating welds with excellent repeatability and is therefore the first choice for applications where containment is crucial—notably the delivery of toxic, pyrophoric or explosive process gases. Find out more about our welding capabilities
A new era—and a bright future
In December 2023, Sweden’s Bergman & Beving acquired a majority stake in Orbital, bringing added financial strength to underpin its growth. Established in 1906 and with a current annual turnover of ca. SEK 5billion (GBP 388million), Bergman & Beving specialises in acquiring and developing leading companies within niche markets that provide productive, safe and sustainable solutions to the industrial and construction sectors. The group consists of some 40 companies, represented in more than 25 countries
Bergman & Beving arranges its businesses in three divisions—Core Solutions, Safety Technology and Industrial Equipment. Orbital is part of the Industrial Equipment division, which unites leading companies within industrial equipment, supplies and services, including
- Industrial Machinery & Automation
- Hardware & Supplies
- Energy Equipment
- Electronic Equipment & Instruments
- Trading Companies & Distribution
Alongside supporting growth in its existing businesses, the division pursues an active acquisition agenda in current and adjacent niches to tailor its offering to specific industries.
Meet the team
James Bridges
Chief Executive Officer
Martin Kay
Chief Operating Officer
Dee Mullard-Davies
Site Director
Freddy Carter
Projects & Engineering Director
Joe Warrington
Production Manager
David Williams
Systems Manager
Phillip Pearson
Executive Director
Alex Tafft
Finance Director
Skilled in a range of welding techniques, the company’s team of craftsmen is best-known for its expertise in orbital welding: this delivers high-purity, high-integrity fully penetrating welds with excellent repeatability and is therefore the first choice for applications where containment is crucial—notably the delivery of toxic, pyrophoric or explosive process gases. Dual containment, through coaxial pipework and Orbital’s signature Valve Manifold Box (VMB) provide further reassurance for system operators.
Sectors
Orbital supports some of the world’s most advanced and safety-critical industries with high-purity gas and liquid delivery systems. From semiconductor fabrication to pharmaceutical production, clean energy development, and cutting-edge research, our engineered solutions are designed to protect processes where purity, precision, and reliability cannot be compromised.
OUR ENVIROMENTAL POLICY
Orbital Fabrications Ltd will ensure that every aspect of our activities is conducted in accordance with sound environmental practices.
We will achieve this by:
- Minimising the consumption of natural resources and energy, whilst consuming material goods in moderation.
- Reducing the creation of waste by the adoption of improved operating practices and by the recycling of materials whenever practical.
- Ensuring all waste and effluent is disposed of in a safe and responsible manner.
- Investing in the development of new products and processes that have an improved performance regarding their impact on the environment.
- Complying with environmental legislation.
Orbital Fabrications Ltd aims to foster among its staff, suppliers, customers, and communities local to its operations and understanding of environmental issues in the context of its business. Our collective task is to ensure that we continually improve our processes to reduce the total environmental impact of our global activities.
By this policy Orbital Fabrications Ltd recognises its responsibility towards protection of the environment, and issues this statement as a commitment of both management and employees to minimising the environmental impact of it operations.
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GET IN TOUCH
- Orbital, Unit 1, 3 Stephenson Rd, St. Ives PE27 3WJ
- +44 1480 464 066
- sales@orbitalfab.co.uk