From raw materials to precision systems

Engineering quality through every stage of manufacture

Welded . Pure . Secure

This is the promise that comes with every system we deliver.

Orbital’s expertise in welding is second to none and paired with our deep understanding of the requirements for high-purity gas and liquid delivery systems, represents an unbeatable combination. Orbital clients are secure in the knowledge that the integrity of our systems is beyond question, and that they are dealing with a reliable partner with decades of experience in their field

TIG

Autogenous

Portable weld head

Automated process

Repeatable results

ORBITAL TIG WELDING

Specialising in high-precision orbital TIG welding for stainless steel, high-nickel alloys, and specialist metals, we provide tailored welding solutions across industries including semiconductor, pharmaceutical, aerospace, automotive, and research. Our orbital welding services ensure repeatable, consistent results with fully penetrated welds, ideal for high-purity applications in the semiconductor and biopharm sectors.

We offer orbital TIG welding with enclosed heads, capable of welding from 1/16″ to 6″, as well as turntable welding up to 10″. Our expert technicians work with materials ranging from 0.1 mm to 3 mm in wall thickness, delivering high-integrity welds that meet the most stringent standards. Whether for on-site projects or in our workshop, our portable, compact welding equipment provides flexibility and precision, even in restricted areas.

Orbital welding with enclosed heads (1/16″ to 6″) and turntables (up to 10″)
Welding materials with wall thicknesses from 0.1 mm to 3 mm
High-purity, fully penetrated welds for semiconductor and biopharm applications
Repeatable, consistent results, with tailored parameters for each material
Portable, compact equipment for on-site work and access to restricted areas
Remote-operated power sources for streamlined workflows
Welding of stainless steel, Inconel, Hastelloy, Fecralloy, AL6XN and other specialised alloys

Our technicians are qualified to BS EN ISO 9606-1:2013 and BS EN ISO 14732:2013, and our Production Manager, Joseph Warrington, holds a CSWIP 3.1 Weld Inspector Level 2 qualification

Manual TIG welding

Manual welding combines controllability of the orbital welding power sources with the dexterity of our highly skilled hand welders

Leveraging our expertise in stainless steel hand TIG welding, we combine the precision of orbital welding power sources with the dexterity and skill of our experienced hand welders. This hybrid approach allows us to achieve superior weld quality, offering clean, precise seams on a wide range of fabrications—from delicate micro TIG assemblies, such as fine gauge bellows, to larger components like 6″ bore valve stubs. Our process ensures both the aesthetic excellence and structural integrity required for critical applications across various industries.

Turntable TIG Welding

Turntable TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding is an advanced, highly precise method for welding rotary components. By positioning parts either vertically or horizontally, this technique achieves exceptional weld quality with accuracy and consistency.

Key Benefits:

Precision and Efficiency: This welding method offers controlled characteristics, producing consistent, repeatable results—perfect for tube sections, fittings, flanges, connectors, and valves.
Expertise: With over 30 years of experience in TIG and orbital welding, our skilled engineers are experts in stainless steel hand TIG welding, ensuring superior craftsmanship on every project.

Our services surrounding Turntable TIG Welding include:

Our engineering know-how and advanced manufacturing capabilities allows us to meet the ever-changing demands of the sectors we supply. Whether it’s a full turnkey project solution or a one-off fabrication Orbital can assist

Joe Warrington

Lathe TIG Welding

Lathe TIG welding pairs the accuracy of a lathe with the clean control of TIG to deliver consistent, high-grade welds on machined parts, tubes and fittings. Our computer-driven system uses a programmable PC controller with optional data capture for full process oversight. An integrated wire feed lets us tackle thicker walls with multi-run welds. The result is precise, repeatable welds across simple or complex circumferential and longitudinal profiles, ideal for stainless steel components.

Our Lathe TIG welding set-up includes:

Precision engineering shaped by true craftsmanship

Pipe Spool Fabrication

Orbital produces site-ready spool assemblies using expert TIG welding on stainless steel and high-nickel alloys. We build spools up to 6 metres long, 4 inches in diameter and 2.5 mm wall thickness.

Our in-house CNC machine shop lets us make and modify fittings fast, keeping lead times short.

All welds are argon purged and TIG cleaned for a high-quality finish. Each spool is leak tested, with options from pressure drop checks to helium testing, plus NDT when needed. Final spools arrive fully tested and certified, including 3.1 material certification on request.

Fully equipped in-house machine shop, complete with CNC lathes and multi-axis mills

Enables manufacturing of components, flanges and parts to support in-house and site activities and retains control and management for higher customer service levels, and speed of response.

Our machine shop, with a floor area of over 2800 square feet, is manned by highly trained staff with many years of experience developed in a number of different industries.

High purity gas control equipment

Orbital provides high purity gas control equipment designed for safe and reliable gas delivery. Our Valve Manifold Boxes (VMBs) and Valve Manifold Panels (VMPs) support critical applications in semiconductor, pharmaceutical and research environments.

VMBs allow safe distribution or mixing of gases with isolation for maintenance or emergency shut off. VMPs regulate inert process gases and deliver stable pressures and flow rates across a facility.

Our engineering team offers complete support using Solidworks to develop and refine your gas delivery system. Services include design to your P and ID, 3D modelling, feasibility studies and optimisation of existing systems.

QUALITY CONTROL AND INSPECTION

We are accredited to the following welding standards

Our welding technicians are approved against procedures to –