Business Details
Expert Steel Fabrication and Welding Services in Devon
Clifford Friend has been a trusted name in steel fabrication and welding services for over two decades, serving clients across the South West of England. Our expertise spans agricultural, industrial, equestrian, and leisure sector steel structures, alongside architectural metalwork and mobile welding solutions. With a team of highly skilled professionals, we deliver comprehensive design, planning, and construction services tailored to meet specific client needs. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our Execution Class EXC3 CE marking accreditation, ensuring compliance with structural steelwork standards. We specialise in transforming client visions into durable, precision-engineered steel buildings and components, from initial quotation to final installation. Our mobile welding services cover Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Avon, utilising fully equipped vehicles for on-site repairs and fabrication.Customer satisfaction remains paramount, reflected in our competitive pricing, timely delivery, and attention to detail across both commercial and domestic projects. The business maintains workshop facilities alongside its mobile operations, enabling versatile solutions for structural steelwork, fire escapes, balustrades, and bespoke metal art installations. With a proven track record in railway bridge construction and refurbishment, we combine technical expertise with practical industry knowledge to serve diverse sectors including agriculture, construction, and marine industries. Our dedication to quality extends to supplying welding equipment, protective clothing, and consumables, supporting both professional and DIY clients.
Services
Steel Fabrication
Architectural Metalwork
Mobile Welding
Steel Framed Buildings
Welding Supplies
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years' experience in steel fabrication and welding
- Comprehensive design, plan, and build service
- Specialised in agricultural, industrial, and equestrian steel structures
- Mobile welding services across the South West
- Execution Class EXC3 accredited for structural steelworks
Associations and certifications
- CE Marking
Services
Steel Fabrication
Precision-engineered steel fabrication services for agricultural, industrial, and commercial structures. Our team delivers custom solutions from initial design to final installation, working with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium. Projects include livestock buildings, warehouses, and structural components, all meeting Eurocode standards with full guarantees on materials and workmanship.
Architectural Metalwork
Custom architectural metalwork solutions combining aesthetics and functionality. We create feature staircases, balustrades, railings, and structural steel components for residential and commercial properties. Our team collaborates with architects and contractors to deliver bespoke designs that meet exact specifications while maintaining structural integrity and visual appeal.
Mobile Welding
Fully equipped mobile welding services covering Devon, Cornwall, and surrounding areas. We provide MIG, TIG, ARC, and gas welding for industrial, commercial, and domestic applications. Our certified welders work on-site for repairs, modifications, and new installations, ensuring quality welds to BS EN ISO 9606-1 standards with minimal disruption to client operations.
Steel Framed Buildings
Comprehensive steel framed building solutions for agricultural, equestrian, industrial, and leisure sectors. From concept to completion, we offer design assistance, material sourcing, and construction of durable, code-compliant buildings. Our structures feature high-quality cladding options and come with full erection guarantees, tailored to client requirements and site conditions.
Railway Bridge Work
Specialist railway bridge construction and refurbishment services with Execution Class EXC3 accreditation. We handle complete project management including scaffolding, surface preparation, steel repairs, and protective coatings. Our team delivers durable solutions for railway structures with surface materials designed to last up to 25 years, combining technical expertise with local knowledge of South West infrastructure.
Questions
What areas do you cover for steel fabrication services?
We cover the entire South West region including Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Avon for all our steel fabrication and welding services.
What types of steel buildings can you construct?
We specialise in agricultural, industrial, equestrian, and leisure sector steel framed buildings including warehouses, livestock facilities, and sports pavilions.
Are your welders certified to industry standards?
Yes, our welders hold current BS EN ISO 9606-1 certifications and we maintain Execution Class EXC3 accreditation for structural steelworks.
Do you offer both design and installation services?
We provide a complete 'turnkey' service covering design, manufacture, and installation of all steel structures and architectural metalwork.
What welding processes do you use on-site?
Our mobile welding services utilise MIG, TIG, ARC, and gas welding processes to suit various materials and project requirements across Devon and Cornwall.