Wave Machine
- Manufacturer: WEC Group
Project Overview
Our WEC Fabrication Division recently completed the welding and fabrication of a large wave machine structure at our Darwen facility. The project required the production of a heavy-duty chamber design to integrate with systems used to generate controlled wave motion for testing and research purposes.
Our team delivered the full fabrication package in house, from preparation and forming through to welding and final assembly.
Fabrication and Engineering
Multiple flanged connections were incorporated into the design to allow integration with pumping and control systems responsible for generating and regulating wave movement within the system.
All welding was completed by our coded welders, ensuring the finished structure met the required standards for strength, durability, and long-term performance.
Summary
This project demonstrates WEC Group’s capability to manufacture complex, large scale fabricated structures for specialist engineering applications. By completing the fabrication and welding entirely in house, we maintained full control over quality, accuracy, and delivery.
Our experienced fabrication teams regularly support projects across a range of sectors, delivering robust steel structures built to meet demanding operational requirements.

