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The war between the US/Israel and Iran continues to be one of the most important news stories in the world. Crucially, the Strait of Hormuz is still being used as a bargaining chip. As a result, a number of Gulf States are considering alternative plans for transporting oil, including cross-country pipelines. If they progress and come to fruition, it could have a big impact on the region. Additionally, it could increase demand for ERW tubes. Continue reading “Could more oil pipelines be built in Gulf States?”

ERW tube is one of the most dynamic products in the world. You can use it for an ever-expanding list of applications in different industries. For example, it’s useful for construction, infrastructure, transport, manufacturing, and more. There are plenty of uses in the agricultural industry too, including fencing, housing, and cattle grids. We want to have a closer look at the latter here, then if you need to order tubing, you can rely on us. Continue reading “Durable ERW tube is ideal for cattle grids”

Steel is one of the most important industries in the world. It’s the foundation for construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, defence, and more. As a result, it is vital for the economy. To safeguard it and ensure the long-term future of steel-making in the UK, the Government is to consider a Bill that would give them the power to nationalise the industry if it becomes necessary. As the leading steel tube supplier in the West Midlands, we have strong opinions on this. So, let’s have a look at the proposals and what they could mean. Continue reading “Could the steel industry nationalise in the UK?”

Selecting the right tubing for applications requires a lot of consideration and planning. You can’t rush it; the costs of specifying the wrong product are significant. In the worst cases, it could even result in fatal accidents. We want to help you avoid that, so let’s look at the key specifications to consider. Then, if you want to order high quality ERW steel tubes in the West Midlands, we’re the ideal local supplier to work with. Continue reading “Steel tube selection: Key specifications”

Procurement is trickier than ever in 2026. We’ve seen over the last few years how easy it is for supply chains to be disrupted. In fact, look at the problems at the moment because of wars in the Middle East and Ukraine. So, it is more important than ever to specify the right products and work with reliable suppliers. If you need ERW tubes, you can rely on us to supply them from our base in the West Midlands. Continue reading “How do ERW tubes compare to seamless tube in 2026?”

If you look back at the data, you can see the ERW tube market expanded steadily in the decade from 2010 to 2020. As well as a generally upward trajectory, there were some moments with impressive surges in demand. It’s been largely positive in the years since then too, although with some huge challenges. A new report from MRI is predicting even better times could be ahead. This is driven by a diverse array of uses in different countries. Let’s have a closer look at these regional differences and what it means for the overall market. Continue reading “Notable regional differences in ERW tube use”