Friction Stir Welded Panels
Using advanced technology and machinery, fully certified by all major classification societies, we manufacture FSW panels
Marine Aluminium pioneered the use of FSW panels for ship structures more than 40 years ago, becoming the first company globally to do so. Our expertise and extensive knowledge in this field drive us to approach every project with enthusiasm, applying our skills to deliver great results for our clients.
Our FSW panels are manufactured to the highest quality standards, designed to meet all requirements, ensuring reliable solutions for even the most demanding challenges.
We provide FSW panels precisely cut and shaped to meet our clients' specifications, utilizing our advanced CNC machine.
Our FSW panels are mainly produced for:
- Ship hulls and Superstructures for Cruiseliners, Yachts, Navy Vessels and Fast Ferries
- Elevator Shaft and Stair Tower Walls
- Modules and Livingquarters
- Trains
Key features of our FSW panels include:
- A smooth end even surface of the panels free from being deformed and buckling, ensuring the highest efficiency during fabrication
- No need for after work including grinding and brushing on the panels – resulting in a less costly process, as well as a product with superior finish
- Ability to customize the panels endlessly
- Great flexibility due to our highly automated FSW machine giving the opportunity to create large sized panels
We have exceptional expertise in manufacturing large, modular panel systems for both the superstructure and hull of ships. Utilizing Friction Stir Welding, we seamlessly join large aluminum profiles—an innovative approach that surpasses traditional manual sheet metal welding in efficiency and precision.
Let us help you in your next project, contact our team for details!
With over 100 landings on Gjøa’s helideck, my experience tells me that the quality of the aluminium helidecks from Marine Aluminium is safe and reliable even in the most rough and hostile weather conditions that exist in the North Sea
- Helicopter pilot Egil Magnus Christiansen