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Your Reliable Partner for Installing Steelwork Safely & To Specification

Here at UIS, we’ve been installing steels sinces 1994, and have a vast array of experience and contacts to help succeed on your project, anywhere in the UK.

We can work on internal and external installation projects, including those requiring crane operations and special permissions.

Contact us today for a quote today.

Serving the entire UK from our headquarters in Rotherham.

Examples

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Contact us below to get a quote for your next project.

We Deliver on Time Without Cutting Corners

Delays cost more than time—they impact reputation and operations.

Our process is designed for efficiency, so timelines are met with precision and no sacrifices in quality.

Combining foresight, advanced tools, and hands-on expertise ensures projects are delivered on time without compromising quality.

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Our Capabilities

We cover all aspects of design, detail, manufacture, fabrication and installation.

1. Early Pre-Construction Planning

  • Detailed analysis: We review ground conditions, material availability, and logistical challenges.
  • Preemptive problem-solving: Obstacles are addressed before they escalate.

Example: For a manufacturing facility requiring heavy metal trusses, pre-assembling components off-site reduces on-site installation time by 30%, avoiding costly overtime and weather disruptions.

2. Real-Time Project Management

  • Integrated technology: We use advanced software to synchronise scheduling, supply chains, and progress tracking.
  • Adaptability on-site: Teams are equipped to recalibrate workflows for changing conditions or contractor alignment.

Key Benefits:

  • Modular pre-assembly reduces downtime.
  • Contingency plans mitigate risks, like material delays or weather issues.
  • Laser-guided tools ensure precise alignment, eliminating the need for rework.

Safety Is Our Foundation, Just as It Should Be Yours

Construction safety protects lives, investments, and reputations. Our safety-first approach integrates risk management into every phase of the project.

Proven Safety Measures We Implement:

  1. Dual-redundancy systems: For high-altitude work, fall arrest systems prevent risks at every step.
  2. Daily toolbox talks: Regular meetings address site-specific hazards and reinforce accountability.
  3. Cutting-edge monitoring: Technologies like augmented reality (AR) tools identify hazardous zones, and crane load-monitoring systems reduce errors.

Third-Party Validation: Independent safety auditors review practices for continuous improvement.
Example: During a roofing beam project, use a dual-redundancy system to eliminate single points of failure, safeguarding workers.

  • Comprehensive training we ensure all workers meet local and international standards, and are Alcumus Safe contractor and CHAS advanced accredited.
  • Wearable tech and real-time tracking prevent unsafe behaviours.
  • Emergency response drills keep teams prepared for unlikely scenarios.

Takeaway: Safety is embedded in every decision, ensuring projects are completed without incident.

Custom Solutions Installed for Unique Project Demands

One-size-fits-all approaches don’t work for modern builds. We craft strategies tailored to each project’s specific challenges, whether environmental, architectural, or logistical.

Examples of Specialised Solutions

  • Maximising vertical storage: Custom trusses designed for a high-clearance warehouse maintained structural integrity under significant loads.
  • Urban adaptability: Modular components for a compact retail space were assembled efficiently without disrupting neighbouring businesses.

Material Selection Expertise

  • For coastal sites: Galvanised steel with protective coatings combats corrosion.
  • For seismic zones: Engineered connections minimise lateral movement during earthquakes.

Key Features:

  • Material selection balances performance, longevity, and cost.
  • Designs consider wind loads, thermal expansion, and other site-specific factors.
  • Prefabricated systems increase scalability and minimise disruption.

Key insight: Every aspect of your project is fine-tuned to align with goals, budget, and site conditions.

We Work Seamlessly With Your Team

Collaboration ensures projects succeed without unnecessary complications. We serve as a single point of accountability while maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders.

How We Ensure Smooth Coordination:

  1. Regular alignment meetings: Weekly updates between architects, engineers, and site supervisors ensure alignment on details like anchor points and material sequencing.
  2. Digital collaboration platforms: Instant access to design updates, scheduling changes, and site reports improves transparency and accelerates decision-making.
  3. Problem-solving focus: Challenges are tackled collectively, leveraging multi-disciplinary expertise.

Example: For a multi-storey commercial building, our coordination reduced delays and confusion, ensuring the project stayed within budget.

  • Streamlined workflows avoid bottlenecks.
  • Detailed reports keep everyone informed.
  • Collaborative problem-solving keeps execution smooth.

Benefit: Clear communication and alignment guarantee fewer surprises and a shared focus on your vision.

Built for Durability and Long-Term Performance

A structure is the foundation of your operations. Our materials and techniques ensure reliability and performance for decades to come.

Real-World Durability Solutions:

  • Heavy-industrial sites: Advanced load analysis helped design frameworks supporting machinery vibrations without fatigue.
  • Coastal logistics hubs: Anti-corrosion treatments and specialised coatings extended structural lifespan despite saltwater exposure.

Future-Proofing for Adaptability

  • Frameworks accommodate solar panel installations or other green technologies.
  • Layouts are designed for potential expansions, saving costs down the line.

Key Features:

  • Designs minimise wear under heavy use.
  • Structures resist extreme weather, such as high winds or flooding.
  • Eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs reduce environmental impact.

Bottom line: Our expertise provides a resilient foundation that supports your long-term success.

Client Testimonials

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Why Choose Us?

  • CHAS Advanced & Alcumus Safe Contractor Accredited: Certified for excellent health & safety practices.
  • Fully UKCA & CE Compliant: All products meet UK and European standards for quality and legal compliance.
  • Quality Assurance You Can Rely On: ISO 9001 & EN 1090 certified, with rigorous quality control at every project stage.
  • Over 30 Years of Trusted Experience: Established in 1994, delivering complex steelwork and metalwork projects to the highest standards.
  • Complete In-House Service: Design, detailing, manufacture, fabrication, and installation all under one roof.
  • Nationwide Coverage: Based in South Yorkshire, serving clients across the UK with a flexible, multiskilled workforce.
  • Highly Trained Workforce: Certified and accredited teams ensure safe, efficient, and professional project execution.
  • Family-Owned with Strong Values: Still run by the founder’s family, blending traditional values with modern capabilities.
  • Committed to Sustainability: Reducing waste, emissions, and environmental impact across all operations.
  • Always Innovating, Always Investing: Continuous investment in people, facilities, and technology for better client outcomes.

See Our Latest Projects in Action

We don’t just talk about quality – we show it.

Follow us behind the scenes as we share real project updates, on-site installations, and fabrication progress straight from our workshop and sites across the UK.

Stay connected with our latest work, insights, and company news – directly from the UIS team.

Our Process

1. Project Consultation

We begin by discussing your ideas, requirements, and goals. Whether it’s a commercial or residential project, we help shape your concept into a workable plan.

2. Design & Detailing

Our expert designers produce accurate technical drawings and detailed plans, tailored to your specifications and project needs.

3. Material Selection

We select the best materials, including mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and others, to meet your design, performance, and sustainability goals.

4. Manufacture & Fabrication

Using modern equipment and skilled craftsmanship, we machine and fabricate all components in-house for guaranteed precision and quality.

5. Quality Assurance

All products are checked against strict quality controls and certifications (ISO 9001, EN 1090, UKCA) to ensure compliance and reliability.

6. Delivery & Installation

Our fully trained installation teams handle logistics and fit-out on-site, safely and efficiently, meeting project deadlines.

7. Final Handover

We carry out a complete inspection, make any final adjustments, and ensure you are fully satisfied before sign-off.

8. Aftercare Support

We are available post-installation for ongoing advice, maintenance guidance, or additional project support.

Trusted for Over 30 Years

Discover why leading contractors, architects, and developers across the UK choose UIS for their most demanding projects.

Clients

We work with clients across the UK, while being based here in Rotherham.

UIS proudly delivers steelwork and metalwork solutions for clients across the UK, working in sectors including retail, education, healthcare, sports, transport, and commercial construction.

From structural steel to bespoke architectural metalwork, we help shape spaces that are functional, safe, and visually impressive. We work directly with clients, main contractors, and even provide white-label services for larger firms needing extra capacity.

Based in Yorkshire and operating nationwide, our experienced team is ready to deliver – wherever your project takes us.

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Sir Robert McAlpine

“I’ve worked with UIS for several years on some high profile and very complex projects. Their attitude and work ethic are second to none providing high quality services and products which are delivered safely and on time every time.”

“Overall they are a pleasure to do business with and wouldn’t hesitate recommending UIS for any steelwork or metalwork packages.”

Stuart Bale, Sir Robert McAlpine

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Shepworth Construction

“I’d like to take the opportunity to first and foremost thank U.I Services for their fantastic support on my recent projects!”

“As a project and managing Director myself it makes projects so much easier using these guys. We simply meet on site to discuss the job at hand. They offer a prompt quotation and I am always informed of their timescales.”

Jamie Shepherd, Shepworth Construction Limited

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MAP Engineers

“Having dealt with UIS for over six years, rarely have I come across a more pro-active company with a can do attitude and a “nothing will beat us” culture!”

“Within all aspects of the industry, whether it be Brass Balustrade, Stainless Steel Handrail, Bridges, Secondary Steel or plain and simple Portal Frames, their approach and attitude to delivering the same high quality project is always the same.”

“I cannot speak highly enough of these guys!”

Leon Hennigan, MAP Engineers Ltd

Jason, Self-Builder

“As a self-builder of an innovative Eco-home, I needed to partner with a company who offered competence, a willingness to push themselves and the resilience to stick with me during the challenging times.”

“As well as demonstrating the ability to build the metal structure of the property, they have also been able to add some creative finishing touches to my home. In doing this, they bring their solutions focused approach to convert ideas into reality.”

“This is why I trusted them to build a bespoke staircase, balcony and front gates for my house. They are down to earth, yet able to ask the tough questions when needed.”

Jason, Self-Builder

Debra, Homeowner

“I would like to take this opportunity to say a huge ‘thank you’ to Kevin and everyone at Universal Industrial Services on completion of our pavilion.”

“From chatting about the initial concept, you designed, planned, and gave endless advice on choosing the best materials and lighting which have all made it look as fabulous as it does!”

“The finished project has surpassed all my expectations and I will soon be chatting to you about my next idea.”

Debra, Homeowner

Ready to bring your project to life?

From concept to completion, we’ll deliver exceptional steelwork and metalwork tailored to your needs.

Accreditations, Approvals & Certifications

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UIS LLP has been approved by the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS) for our excellent management and adherence to current health and safety regulations, and is now proudly certified to the industry-recognised CHAS Elite standard.

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UIS is proud to be an accredited Alcumus SafeContractor, a mark of our unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and excellence in every project we deliver.

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UIS products proudly carry the UKCA Marking, meeting all required safety, quality, and compliance standards for Great Britain.

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All our workers hold valid CSCS cards, ensuring they meet industry standards for safety and competence on your project.

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Every project is led by a supervisor with at least an SSSTS qualification, guaranteeing professional site management and safe working practices.

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Our site teams are PASMA certified, ensuring safe and expert use of scaffolding and mobile access towers on your steelwork or balustrade installation.

Location

Universal Industrial Services

Unit F, Bramley Way, Hellaby, Rotherham, S66 8QB

07980906863

info@uiservices.co.uk

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