We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of spring manufacturing in the United Kingdom. With decades of expertise, we specialise in the precise creation of springs, pressings, and wire forms using stainless steel—one of the most versatile and durable materials available.

What Makes Stainless Steel a Popular Choice for Spring Manufacturing?

Stainless steel is the preferred alloy for spring manufacturing, and for a good reason. Its unique properties make it an ideal choice for applications requiring high resistance to heat and corrosion. As a metal that maintains strength and integrity even under challenging conditions, stainless steel is indispensable across numerous industries. Here are some of stainless steel’s characteristics that make it a stand-out choice in our sector:

  • It has a high resistance to corrosion, such as rust and oxidation, making it ideal for applications exposed to moisture and chemicals.
  • This alloy offers remarkable strength and hardness, ensuring that the springs and components we manufacture can withstand significant stress without deformation.
  • Whether exposed to extreme heat or cold, stainless steel retains its structural integrity, making it suitable for a wide range of temperature-sensitive applications, working in temperatures from -200°C (390°F) to +300°C (570°F).Certain grades of stainless steel, particularly austenitic, are highly ductile and easy to work with, allowing us to create complex and custom designs.
  • Depending on the grade, stainless steel can be magnetic. Specifically, Ferritic (430, 409) – Martensitic (410, 420, 440) and Austenitic (301, 302).
  • Stainless steel is easy to clean, highly recyclable, and contributes to sustainable manufacturing practices—aligning with our commitment to supporting longer product lifecycles.

Stainless Steel Springs for Commercial and Industrial Applications

Stainless steel springs and components are integral to a wide range of commercial and industrial applications, particularly in sectors where durability and resistance to extreme conditions are essential.

For example, in the automotive industry, these springs are part of various engine components, suspension systems, and exhaust systems, where they must withstand high temperatures and corrosive environments. Similarly, for aerospace vehicles, stainless steel springs are trusted in aircraft engines, landing gear, and control systems to deliver consistent performance under demanding conditions.

Alternatively, the medical sector benefits from the ease of sterilisation that comes with stainless steel components, which makes it the material of choice for surgical instruments, implants, and diagnostic equipment. In the electronics manufacturing industry, stainless steel small springs are valued for their conductivity and durability, ensuring that devices function reliably over extended periods.

Our Expertise in Stainless Steel Spring Manufacturing

Our team of engineering experts know the best way to make and use stainless steel components. Here are some examples of the stainless steel variations that we have worked with in the past:

  • Austenitic stainless steels, which are non-magnetic, ductile, and highly resistant to corrosion, are ideal for applications requiring durability and ease of welding and are commonly used in the aerospace, pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries due to the quality of their surface finish
  • Ferritic stainless steels are magnetic and known for their moderate corrosion resistance and cost-effectiveness, so they are suitable for less critical applications.
  • Duplex stainless steel is a combination of austenitic and ferritic steel andoffers improved corrosion resistance. These steels are excellent for demanding environments and is widely used in the off-shore gas and oil industry.
  • Martensitic stainless steels are magnetic and heat-treatable, and they are perfect for applications requiring high hardness such as valves or turbines
  • Precipitation hardening stainless steels, which are high-strength alloys that provide a combination of toughness, corrosion resistance, and magnetic properties.

Regardless of your choice of stainless steel, and whether you need  stainless steel compression springs, stainless steel tension springs, wire forms or flat pressings, we manufacture every spring with the utmost precision for the best results.

Custom Stainless Steel Solutions Manufactured Sustainably

We understand that every project is unique, so we collaborate closely with our clients to assist with the design of springs and wire forms and manufacture custom stainless steel springs that perfectly match their specific requirements. Additionally, our commitment to operating as a sustainable spring manufacturer means that we focus on creating products that not only perform optimally but also contribute to a longer lifecycle for the applications they are designed for without harming the environment in the process.

Stainless Steel Springs Manufactured at Airedale Springs

Our advanced manufacturing processes, spring design prototyping and detailed quality control processes guarantee that every stainless steel spring we produce meets the highest standards of excellence. Contact us to discuss the requirements of your next project, and we’ll be more than happy to assist.