At Special Metric Materials, we’re always looking for ways to better support our customers. Whether it’s investing in new equipment, expanding our fabrication capabilities or reducing lead times, every improvement we make has one goal in mind – helping customers complete their projects more efficiently.
That’s why we’re pleased to announce the addition of our new T-Drill machine, bringing pulled tee manufacturing in-house and allowing us to produce high-quality extruded branches and custom headers with greater speed, flexibility and precision than ever before.
Greater Capability, Greater Flexibility
Our new T-Drill machine enables us to manufacture pulled tees and custom manifold assemblies to our customers’ exact specifications.
Our capabilities include:
- Pulled tees from 17mm to 204mm
- Pipe diameters from 33.7mm to 406mm
- Any pipe length
- 2mm to 3mm wall thickness
- 304 and 316 stainless steel
- Bespoke headers manufactured directly from customer drawings
Whether you require a simple branch connection or a complex manifold featuring multiple pulls, our experienced fabrication team can deliver precision-engineered components ready for installation.
We’ve already produced manifolds incorporating up to 26 pulls in a single pipe, demonstrating the versatility of our in-house fabrication service.
Faster Turnaround When It Matters Most
Bringing pulled tee production in-house gives us greater control over every stage of the manufacturing process, resulting in:
- Reduced lead times
- Faster response to urgent enquiries
- Improved production efficiency
- Consistent quality
We’ve already completed same-day orders where components were picked, machined, fabricated, packed and dispatched within hours.
For customers working to tight project schedules, this responsiveness can make a significant difference.
To further improve availability, we’re also manufacturing a range of T-Pulls for stock, allowing standard products to be dispatched immediately while continuing to offer fully bespoke solutions.
Supporting Projects Across Multiple Industries
Our pulled tee and manifold fabrication services are supporting customers across a wide range of industries, including:
- Heating and HVAC
- Low Temperature Heating Water (LTHW) installations
- Water treatment
- Process engineering
- Industrial pipework
- Mechanical services
- OEM manufacturing
By producing headers ready for installation, we help reduce on-site fabrication time, minimise welding requirements and lower overall installation costs.
More Than Just Materials
While many companies simply supply stainless steel tube and pipe, at Special Metric Materials we offer much more.
Our fabrication capabilities allow us to supply finished components ready for installation, helping customers save time while maintaining the highest quality standards.
From precision tube manipulation and pulled tees to bespoke manifold assemblies, every component is manufactured with the attention to detail our customers have come to expect.
Whether it’s a one-off assembly or an ongoing production requirement, quality remains at the heart of everything we do.
A Complete Service Under One Roof
Our investment in T-Drill technology forms part of a comprehensive fabrication service designed to simplify procurement and keep projects moving.
Rather than sourcing materials and fabrication from multiple suppliers, customers can rely on us to deliver a complete solution from start to finish.
Our services include:
- Tube and pipe supply – A comprehensive range of stainless steel tube, pipe and fittings, available from stock.
- Cutting – Precision cutting to your required lengths.
- Fabrication – From pulled tees and custom manifolds to bespoke headers, manufactured to your exact specifications.
- Welding – High-quality welding carried out by skilled fabricators.
- Finishing – Components finished to meet your project requirements.
- Inspection and quality assurance – Quality checks throughout the fabrication process to ensure consistency and compliance.
- Delivery – From stocked T-Pulls available for immediate dispatch to fully bespoke fabricated assemblies delivered ready for installation.
By combining material supply with in-house fabrication, we reduce lead times, improve communication and provide a single point of contact throughout your project.
Built Around Our Customers
Investing in our T-Drill capability isn’t just about adding another machine to the workshop. It’s about giving customers greater flexibility, faster turnaround times and access to a trusted manufacturing partner for increasingly complex fabrication projects.
As demand for high-quality fabricated stainless steel components continues to grow, we’re investing in both our equipment and our people to deliver reliable, precision-engineered solutions.
Why Choose Our T-Drill Service?
Using our in-house T-Drill capability offers a range of benefits for your project, including:
- Reduced fabrication costs by minimising the need for additional fittings.
- Less welding, helping to reduce labour time and installation costs.
- Faster turnaround thanks to in-house manufacturing and stocked T-Pulls.
- Custom-built solutions manufactured to your exact drawings and specifications.
- Consistent quality with complete control over the manufacturing process.
- A single supplier for material supply, fabrication and delivery, simplifying your project from start to finish.
Whether you need a one-off bespoke manifold or an ongoing production run, our team can provide a solution that’s efficient, cost-effective and built around your requirements.
Get in Touch
Whether you need a standard T-Pull, a bespoke manifold assembly or a fully fabricated solution, our team is here to help.
If you’d like to discuss an upcoming project, request a quotation or find out more about our new T-Drill capability, get in touch with the Special Metric Materials team today. We’re always looking for opportunities to support our customers with expert advice, quality products and responsive service.
