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Case Studies

Case Study 1 

Hydro Aluminium Extrusion Factory Complete Industrial Decommissioning


Project Overview
TMS Industrial Services successfully completed the full decommissioning and removal of manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructure at the former Hydro Aluminium Extrusion facility in Birtley, Durham.
The project required the safe dismantling, isolation, removal, and management of a wide range of heavy industrial assets, demanding extensive planning, specialist lifting operations, and close coordination between multiple engineering disciplines. Working to strict CITB standards throughout, TMS delivered the project safely, efficiently, and professionally while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and compliance.

Scope of Works
The decommissioning package included the removal of major manufacturing and process plant equipment, including:

Heavy Process Machinery

  • 32-ton hydraulic press

  • 16-ton hydraulic press

  • Associated hydraulic systems and equipment


Chemical Processing Infrastructure

  • Caustic tanks

  • Chemical pipework systems

  • Associated process equipment and support structures


Elevated Industrial Equipment

  • Multiple 20-ton industrial ovens

  • Ovens mounted on structural steel frameworks suspended approximately 5 metres above ground level

  • Structural steel dismantling and removal


Material Handling Systems

  • Extensive conveyor systems

  • Roller bed assemblies

  • Production line transfer equipment


Electrical Infrastructure

  • Electrical distribution systems

  • Electrical control panels

  • Isolations and safe disconnection procedures

  • Removal of power and control cabling

  • Site electrical testing on completion providing full EICR reports



Utilities and Ancillary Plant

  • Site air compressors

  • Compressed air distribution systems

  • Supporting mechanical services


Specialist Engineering Expertise
This project showcased the depth and versatility of the TMS Industrial Services workforce. Our multidisciplinary team included:

  • Operations planning and project management specialists

  • Mechanical engineers

  • Electrical engineers

  • Panel wiring and control system decommissioning specialists

  • Certified welders and fabricators

  • Experienced riggers

  • Heavy lifting and plant operators

  • Site supervisors

  • Skilled industrial labour operatives


All personnel held relevant trade qualifications, certifications, and industry-recognised competency training required for the execution of complex industrial decommissioning projects.
Planning and Execution
Due to the size, weight, and location of several key assets, particularly the elevated ovens and large hydraulic presses, detailed engineering assessments and lift planning formed a critical part of the project.

TMS Industrial Services developed comprehensive decommissioning strategies covering:

  • Safe isolation procedures

  • Structural assessments

  • Heavy lifting operations

  • Dismantling methodologies

  • Waste management and asset segregation

  • Site logistics and transport planning

  • Risk assessments and method statements


Our coordinated approach ensured all activities were completed safely while minimising disruption and maintaining full compliance with project requirements.
Safety and Compliance
Health, safety, and operational excellence remained at the forefront throughout the project.
All works were undertaken in strict accordance with CITB standards and industry best practices. Detailed planning, competent supervision, and adherence to approved procedures ensured the safe execution of complex dismantling and lifting activities across the entire site.

TMS Industrial Services maintains a strong commitment to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with current industry regulations and customer requirements.

Project Outcome
The Hydro Aluminium Extrusion Factory decommissioning demonstrates TMS Industrial Services' capability to manage and deliver large-scale industrial dismantling and decommissioning projects involving:

  • Heavy machinery removal

  • Electrical decommissioning

  • Mechanical dismantling

  • Structural steel removal

  • Specialist rigging and lifting operations

  • Complex industrial site clearances


Through meticulous planning, experienced personnel, and a highly skilled multi-disciplinary workforce, TMS Industrial Services successfully completed the project to the highest professional standards.

Need a trusted partner for industrial decommissioning?

TMS Industrial Services provides comprehensive decommissioning, dismantling, relocation, mechanical installation, electrical engineering, fabrication, and specialist lifting services throughout the UK. Contact our team to discuss your next project.

Case Study 2
Chemviron Cloth Division Production Facility Installation

TMS Industrial Services Supporting a Major Industrial Expansion at Chemviron Cloth Division, Houghton-le-Spring

 

Project Overview

TMS Industrial Services is currently delivering a comprehensive industrial installation package at the Chemviron Cloth Division facility in Houghton-le-Spring. The project forms part of a significant production expansion, involving the installation of new manufacturing facilities, process equipment, and supporting infrastructure designed to enhance operational efficiency and production capability.

Working alongside the project team and under the direction of principal contractor Hunter Safety Group, TMS Industrial Services is providing a complete engineering solution from planning and installation through to commissioning support.

 

Scope of Works

The project includes the installation of several critical process systems and production assets, including:

  • New production facilities and processing machinery

  • Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP)

  • Gas Evapement Plant

  • Main production furnace

  • Complete production line installation

  • Associated mechanical and electrical infrastructure

  • Structural steelwork and equipment support systems

  • Process pipework and fabrication works

  • Heavy lifting and machinery positioning operations

 

The complexity of the installation requires close coordination between multiple engineering disciplines, ensuring every element integrates safely and efficiently within the operational environment.

 

A Multi-Disciplined Engineering Solution

One of the key strengths brought to the project by TMS Industrial Services is the company's ability to self-deliver a broad range of engineering disciplines through its highly skilled workforce.

 

The project team includes:

  • Planning and design engineers

  • Electrical installation engineers

  • Mechanical installation engineers

  • Control panel wiring and installation specialists

  • Pipe fitters

  • Coded welders and fabricators

  • Structural steel erectors

  • Riggers and heavy lifting operators

  • Site supervisors

  • Skilled industrial labour personnel

 

All personnel hold relevant industry-recognised qualifications, certifications, and trade-specific competencies, enabling TMS to maintain the highest standards of workmanship, safety, and project delivery.

 

Delivering Complex Industrial Installations

The installation of the furnace, production line, gas handling systems, and effluent treatment facilities presents significant technical challenges, requiring precise planning and execution.

 

TMS Industrial Services has coordinated heavy lifting operations, machinery positioning, structural installations, piping systems, electrical containment, cabling, and equipment connections while maintaining strict project schedules and quality requirements.

By combining in-house expertise across all engineering disciplines, TMS has been able to streamline project delivery, reduce subcontractor interfaces, and provide a responsive solution capable of adapting to evolving site requirements.

 

Safety and Compliance

Health, safety, and quality remain central to every phase of the project.

Hunter Safety Group, acting as Principal Contractor, maintains rigorous site management procedures and ensures that all activities are carried out in accordance with CITB standards and recognised industry best practices.

Working closely with Hunter Safety Group, TMS Industrial Services continues to demonstrate its commitment to:

  • Safe systems of work

  • Comprehensive risk management

  • Workforce competency and certification

  • Site-wide compliance and supervision

  • Quality assurance throughout installation activities

This collaborative approach helps ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest professional standards.

 

The Result

As work progresses, TMS Industrial Services continues to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of Chemviron Cloth Division's new production infrastructure. The project highlights the company's capability to manage and execute large-scale industrial engineering installations, providing clients with a single-source solution for complex mechanical, electrical, structural, and process engineering requirements.

About TMS Industrial Services

 

TMS Industrial Services is a versatile engineering contractor specialising in industrial installation, mechanical and electrical engineering, fabrication, pipework, steel erection, rigging, heavy lifting, and project delivery. With a highly skilled and certified workforce, TMS provides end-to-end engineering solutions across manufacturing, process, energy, and industrial sectors throughout the UK.

Case Study 3 
Nationwide Electrical Installation Excellence

TMS Industrial Services – Delivering Complete Electrical and Engineering Solutions Across the UK

 

Overview

TMS Industrial Services is a highly versatile engineering company with a proven track record of successfully delivering a full range of electrical installation projects across industrial and commercial sites throughout the United Kingdom. Our reputation is built on technical expertise, skilled workmanship, meticulous planning, and an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

By providing a complete in-house service, TMS Industrial Services eliminates the need for multiple contractors, allowing projects to be completed efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively from conception through to completion.

 

The Challenge

Large-scale industrial and commercial projects often require multiple specialist trades working together seamlessly. Managing numerous contractors can lead to increased costs, communication challenges, programme delays, and health and safety concerns.

Clients require a reliable partner capable of delivering comprehensive electrical and mechanical solutions while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and compliance.

 

Our Solution

TMS Industrial Services provides a fully integrated service supported by a highly skilled and certified workforce, enabling us to undertake projects of any scale and complexity.

Our electrical teams include:

  • Planning and design specialists

  • Electrical installers

  • Electrical improvers

  • Electrical inspection and testing personnel

  • Fault-finding engineers

  • Panel wire technicians

  • Electrical decommissioning specialists

 

In addition to our electrical capabilities, our extensive mechanical workforce includes:

  • Certified welders and fabricators

  • Riggers and heavy lifting operators

  • Site supervisors

  • Skilled labourers

  • Trade-certified engineering personnel

 

This unique combination of expertise allows TMS Industrial Services to deliver complete engineering packages without relying on external contractors, ensuring full control over quality, safety, scheduling, and project delivery.

Project Delivery

 

Across a wide range of industrial manufacturing facilities, distribution centres, processing plants, warehouses, utilities infrastructure, and commercial premises throughout the UK, TMS Industrial Services has successfully completed:

  • New electrical installations

  • Plant and machinery installations

  • Electrical refurbishment projects

  • Switchgear and control panel installations

  • Cable containment systems

  • Power distribution networks

  • Inspection and testing programmes

  • Fault diagnosis and rectification

  • Electrical upgrades and modifications

  • Equipment relocation and commissioning

  • Electrical decommissioning and site strip-outs

 

Each project is carefully planned and executed to minimise disruption to client operations while maintaining strict deadlines and quality standards.

Safety and Compliance

 

Health and safety remain at the forefront of every project undertaken by TMS Industrial Services.

All work is carried out in strict accordance with:

  • IET standards - BS 7671 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

  • CITB standards

  • Site-specific health and safety procedures

  • Risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)

 

Our commitment to safety, training, and continuous improvement ensures that projects are delivered to the highest professional standards while maintaining a safe working environment for both our employees and clients.

Results

By providing a complete in-house engineering solution, TMS Industrial Services delivers:

 * Reduced project costs through single-source delivery

 * Improved communication and project coordination

*  Faster project completion times

*  Enhanced safety management

*  Consistent quality standards throughout every phase

*  Reduced reliance on third-party contractors

*  Flexible resource allocation to meet project demands

*  Reliable nationwide project delivery

 

Why Choose TMS Industrial Services?

T

MS Industrial Services combines electrical expertise, mechanical engineering capabilities, and professional project management to provide clients with a true turnkey solution.

 

Whether delivering complex industrial installations, commercial electrical upgrades, machinery relocation projects, or complete decommissioning works, our experienced and fully certified workforce has the capability, flexibility, and commitment to deliver exceptional results every time.

TMS Industrial Services – Providing Complete Electrical and Engineering Solutions Across the UK.

Case Study 4
Mechanical Installation & Modification Projects Across the UK

Delivering Complete Industrial Engineering Solutions

 

Overview

TMS Industrial Services has successfully completed a wide range of mechanical installation, plant modification, maintenance, and decommissioning projects across industrial and commercial facilities throughout the United Kingdom. Our reputation is built on delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality engineering solutions through our multi-disciplined workforce and commitment to industry best practices.

By providing both mechanical and electrical services in-house, TMS Industrial Services eliminates the need for multiple subcontractors, ensuring streamlined project delivery, improved communication, reduced costs, and greater control over quality and safety.

 

The Challenge

Many industrial and commercial projects require a combination of specialist mechanical and electrical disciplines. Traditionally, this involves engaging multiple contractors, creating coordination challenges, programme delays, and increased project costs.

Clients require a contractor capable of delivering:

  • Mechanical installations and modifications

  • Fabrication & welding

  • Electrical installations and upgrades

  • Heavy lifting and rigging operations

  • Steel erecting

  • Pipework and fabrication services

  • Plant decommissioning and relocation

  • Inspection, testing, and commissioning

  • Safe project delivery in live operational environments

 

TMS Industrial Services provides a complete turnkey solution under one management structure.

Our Solution

TMS Industrial Services mobilises highly skilled personnel across all key engineering disciplines, allowing us to execute projects from initial planning and design through to installation, commissioning, and handover.

 

Our workforce includes:

Mechanical Services Team

  • Planning and Design Engineers

  • Mechanical Supervisors

  • Mechanical Fitters

  • Pipe Fitters

  • Coded Welders

  • Fabricators

  • Rigging Specialists

  • Heavy Lifting Operators

  • Mechanical Decommissioning Teams

  • General Skilled Labourers

Electrical Services Team

  • Electrical Installers

  • Electrical Improvers

  • Inspection and Testing Personnel

  • Electrical Fault-Finding Technicians

  • Control Panel Wirers

  • Electrical Decommissioning Specialists

 

This integrated approach ensures all aspects of a project can be delivered by a single contractor, reducing interfaces, improving efficiency, and maintaining consistent quality standards throughout.

 

Project Scope

Across numerous sites throughout the UK, TMS Industrial Services has successfully delivered:

  • Process plant installations

  • Mechanical equipment replacement

  • Production line modifications

  • Pipework systems installation and upgrades

  • Structural steelwork installation

  • Machinery relocation projects

  • Electrical infrastructure upgrades

  • Control panel installation and wiring

  • Plant decommissioning and dismantling

  • Heavy machinery lifting and positioning

  • Shutdown and turnaround works

  • Testing, commissioning and handover activities

 

Each project was carefully planned and executed to minimise disruption to client operations while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality requirements.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

 

At TMS Industrial Services, safety and compliance are at the centre of every project we undertake.

All work is carried out in accordance with recognised industry standards, including:

  • CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) Guidelines

  • BSRIA (Building Services Research and Information Association) Best Practice Standards

  • CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) Standards and Requirements

 

All personnel hold relevant trade qualifications, certifications, and industry-recognised competency training appropriate to their roles.

Comprehensive project management procedures, risk assessments, method statements, permit controls, and quality assurance inspections are implemented throughout every stage of project delivery.

 

Results

Through our integrated mechanical and electrical capabilities, TMS Industrial Services consistently delivers:

*  Reduced project costs through single-contractor responsibility

*  Improved programme performance and project coordination

*  Enhanced safety performance and compliance

*  Minimal operational disruption during installation works

*  High-quality workmanship across all disciplines

*  Efficient commissioning and handover processes

*  Reliable long-term engineering solutions

 

Why Choose TMS Industrial Services?

TMS Industrial Services offers a complete engineering solution supported by a highly skilled, multi-disciplined workforce capable of delivering projects of all sizes throughout the UK.

 

Our ability to provide mechanical, electrical, fabrication, lifting, installation, modification, commissioning, and decommissioning services under one roof enables clients to benefit from a more efficient, cost-effective, and professionally managed project delivery model.

From concept and planning through to commissioning and handover, TMS Industrial Services is a trusted partner for industrial and commercial engineering projects nationwide.

Case Study 5
Precision Engineering & Fabrication Excellence

TMS Industrial Services Delivers End-to-End Manufacturing Solutions from Newcastle

 

Overview

TMS Industrial Services continues to support customers across a wide range of industrial sectors through the successful delivery of component design, precision machining, fabrication, and coded welding projects from our Newcastle-based workshop.

Our integrated manufacturing capabilities enable us to take projects from initial concept through to finished components and assemblies, providing customers with a single-source solution for complex engineering requirements.

 

The Challenge

Industrial clients often require a combination of engineering design, precision machining, fabrication, and welding expertise to deliver high-quality components that meet demanding operational and performance requirements. Managing multiple suppliers can introduce delays, quality risks, and increased project costs.

TMS Industrial Services addresses these challenges by offering a complete in-house service, ensuring consistency, quality control, and efficient project management throughout every stage of production.

 

Our Solution

Working from our fully equipped Newcastle workshop, TMS Industrial Services has successfully completed a diverse range of manufacturing projects involving:

  • Component design and engineering support

  • CNC and conventional machining

  • Custom fabricated structures and assemblies

  • Precision welding and coded weld procedures

  • Prototype and production manufacturing

  • Repair and refurbishment projects

 

Our team collaborates closely with customers to understand project specifications, material requirements, and operational conditions before delivering tailored engineering solutions.

 

Materials Expertise

TMS Industrial Services has extensive experience working with a broad range of materials, including:

 

Ferrous Metals

  • Carbon steel

  • Mild steel

  • Alloy steels

  • Wear-resistant materials

 

Stainless Steel

  • Food-grade stainless steel

  • Process industry components

  • Corrosion-resistant fabrications

  • Specialist stainless assemblies

 

Aluminium

  • Lightweight structural fabrications

  • Precision machined components

  • Bespoke aluminium assemblies

  • Corrosion-resistant applications

 

This material versatility enables us to support projects across manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, marine, utilities, and process industries.

 

Results

Through our combined design, machining, fabrication, and welding capabilities, TMS Industrial Services has consistently delivered:

  • High-quality engineered components

  • Reduced lead times through single-source manufacturing

  • Improved quality control and traceability

  • Cost-effective project delivery

  • Reliable performance in demanding industrial environments

 

Our customers benefit from a streamlined process that ensures every component is manufactured to specification while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship and safety.

 

Why TMS Industrial Services?

*  Newcastle-based manufacturing facility

*  Complete in-house design and engineering support

*  Precision machining capabilities

*  Fabrication and coded welding expertise

*  Experience with ferrous metals, stainless steel, and aluminium

*  Commitment to quality, safety, and on-time delivery

 

Looking for a Manufacturing Partner?

 

Whether you require a one-off bespoke component, a fabricated assembly, or a complete design-and-manufacture solution, TMS Industrial Services has the expertise and facilities to deliver. Our Newcastle workshop combines skilled craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques to provide reliable, high-quality engineering solutions for industry.

Mission & Vision

Engineering Solutions for a Changing World

At TMS Industrial Services Ltd, we bridge the gap between complex engineering challenges and efficient solutions. Our team is dedicated to providing tailored mechanical and electrical engineering expertise that drives quality and success for projects of all sizes. Based in the North East.

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