Fronius UK Opens Regional Welding Technology Centre in Rotherham’s Advanced Manufacturing Park.

Welding technology pioneer Fronius UK is pleased to announce the opening of its “Technical Competence Centre,” at the Advanced Manufacturing Park, Catcliffe. Located four miles from Sheffield city centre, the new centre offers customers the opportunity for bespoke welding trials, demonstrations, training, servicing and hands-on technical problem solving as well as stocking spare parts.

A dedicated team of Sales, Service Engineers and Application Engineers will be on hand to take care of customers’ needs across the region. The expansion strengthens support for customers nationwide and complements the company’s existing sites in Milton Keynes and Kilmarnock.

“Our goal is simple: being as close as possible to our customers allows us to increase on-site time to truly understand their needs and support them as well as we possibly can“ says Daniel Kastner, Managing Director of Fronius UK. “This new site allows us to respond faster, collaborate more closely, and stand alongside manufacturers by rising together to tackle their daily welding challenges - true to our motto connected by welding, united by passion!”

As a leading European manufacturer of state-of-the-art welding technology, Fronius delivers advanced products and comprehensive services spanning manual gas shielded arc welding, high-performance robotic systems, user-friendly cobot welding solutions, and fully automated welding solutions tailored to customer requirements. With 1,752 active patents, Fronius stands as a global innovation leader, consistently setting groundbreaking standards in welding technology. Its portfolio includes the multiprocess, high end iWave TIG power source, the high performance TPS/i TWIN series, plug-and-play cobot solutions and the pioneering Cold Metal Transfer (CMT) process—enabling thermal joining of galvanised steel and aluminium, as well as precise welding of aluminium sheets as thin as 0.3 mm. The range is further strengthened by the new Fronius Fortis, a versatile, high quality manual MIG/MAG system that combines robust engineering with intuitive operation. Renowned for exceptional arc stability, repeatability, and reliability, Fronius equipment is trusted across demanding sectors such as automotive, aerospace, nuclear, commercial vehicle manufacturing, and heavy industry.“

As manufacturers face increasing pressures - from skilled labour shortages to ever stricter quality and sustainability standards - we want to make welding easier, safer and more consistent for everyone,” says Kastner. “That’s why we place such strong emphasis on intuitive, user friendly operation, perfect seam quality and long term sustainability in all our highend welding solutions. Every Fronius product is designed for durability, repairability and recyclability, made entirely in Europe, and rigorously tested to perform reliably for decades.”

Phil Brown, Welding Application Engineer based at the new Centre adds, “We are proud to support customers from across this innovative manufacturing hub and welcome them to our new facility at the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Park. This is a place where world leading ideas take shape, and we’re excited to contribute to the British industrial achievements that will undoubtedly be made here in the years ahead.”

Join Fronius at the Official Opening – 7th May

Fronius UK invites professionals from manufacturing, fabrication and engineering to attend the official opening on Thursday 7th May and experience the latest in welding innovation. Guests are invited to a 10am official opening ceremony and breakfast or can drop in any time before 3pm. Refreshments will be served all day whilst attendees meet the team and explore everything the new facility has to offer.

Visitors will be able to experience live welding demonstrations including advanced MIG/MAG platforms the TPS/i and Fortis, the Fronius Mobile Cobot Welding System with demonstrations of its Additive Manufacturing capability, a range of manual TIG, multiprocess and MMA models plus impressive NEW Ignis Battery for off-grid welding.

Guests are also invited to test their welding skills and win prizes in the Welding Simulator Showdown, adding a fun, competitive element to the day. 

Additionally - for those interested in cutting business operating costs - representatives from Fronius Solar & Energy will also be present to advise on solar solutions and energy optimisation for businesses aiming to reduce energy costs and cut their carbon footprint. 

You can find out more about the event and register to attend here: fronius-sheffield.eventbrite.co.uk