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Safety Worker in high vis
By Joe Holdsworth December 31, 2025
Explore the key safety standards in steel fabrication, from UKCA certification to welding and inspection best practices. Learn how compliance ensures strong, reliable structures.
man welding steel
By Joe Holdsworth December 5, 2025
Learn what CE marking means for structural steel, why it matters in construction, and how it ensures safety and compliance across fabrication projects.
Steel Cutting
By Joe Holdsworth November 28, 2025
Discover the role of steel quality testing in creating safe and durable structures. An easy to understand overview of how testing helps maintain high standards.
Structural Steel stockpile
By Joe Holdsworth November 21, 2025
Discover the most common types of structural steel beams used in UK construction, including UCs, UBs, channels and angles. Learn what each beam is designed for and how MAK Structures can provide high quality processing and fabrication.
Steel Beam Pointing towards sky
By Joe Holdsworth November 14, 2025
Learn what structural steel processing involves and why it is essential for accuracy, durability, and safe construction. Discover how MAK Structures delivers high quality in house processing.
Rusty Steel Beams
By Joe Holdsworth November 7, 2025
Discover how shot blasting improves steel quality, durability and appearance. Learn why MAK Structures’ in-house shot blasting service in Wakefield is essential for strong, long-lasting fabrication.
Person moving fabricated steel beam
By Joe Holdsworth October 31, 2025
Learn what steel fabrication is, how the process works, and why it is essential for modern construction. Discover how MAK Structures deliver quality fabrication in Wakefield.
Person Welding
By Joe Holdsworth October 24, 2025
Discover how in-house steel fabrication improves quality, efficiency and flexibility. Learn why MAK Structures’ 20,000 sq ft Wakefield facility delivers reliable, high-standard results.
Painted Steel Beams
By Joe Holdsworth October 15, 2025
Discover why steel painting and finishing are crucial in fabrication. Learn how MAK Structures provides long-lasting protection and quality finishes at our Wakefield facility.
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