Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Structural Steelwork Solutions
Established in 2007 by Gary Raistrick, Raisco has built a reputation as a reliable, proactive contractor delivering structural steelwork solutions on time and within budget. With over 25 years of industry experience, our team operates from a 7.5-acre site in County Durham, equipped with state-of-the-art fabrication facilities including automated machinery and overhead cranes. We specialise in design, fabrication, and installation of primary and secondary steelwork for large-scale projects nationwide, maintaining a 100% CSCS policy and prioritising safety, innovation, and sustainability.Our comprehensive approach ensures projects are meticulously planned from tender to completion, serving both main contractors and direct clients with turnkey solutions. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our immaculate safety record, skilled workforce, and ability to handle complex structures exceeding 1,000 tonnes, supported by strategic location advantages for nationwide material transportation.
Services
Structural Design
Steel Fabrication
Steel Installation
Turnkey Projects
Bespoke Fabrication
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in structural steelwork design and construction
- Our 45,000 sq ft fabrication facility handles projects up to 1,000+ tonnes
- We maintain a 100% CSCS-certified workforce for all projects
- Our strategic County Durham location enables nationwide project delivery
- We combine automated manufacturing with manual expertise for precision steelwork
Services
Structural Design
Our design team creates tailored structural solutions using 3D modelling and Tekla detailing systems. We provide architectural drawings, material lists, and construction analysis to ensure optimal steel frame solutions. Clients receive eco-friendly, cost-effective designs verified for structural integrity before fabrication begins.
Steel Fabrication
We fabricate primary and secondary steelwork including portal frames, multi-storey structures, and bespoke architectural elements. Our 45,000 sq ft facility with automated machinery handles projects from 400 to 1,000+ tonnes, ensuring precision cutting, welding, and finishing to certified standards.
Steel Installation
Our trained workforce executes steel erection using modern equipment, maintaining strict quality and safety protocols. Site supervisors coordinate with project teams to ensure timely delivery, with regular monitoring of health and safety compliance throughout installation processes.
Turnkey Projects
We deliver complete construction projects directly to clients, managing all stages from initial design to final installation. This integrated approach ensures cohesive project execution, with dedicated coordination between design, fabrication, and site teams for complex structures.
Bespoke Fabrication
Our specialist department creates unique steel solutions for architectural features and heavy engineering applications. Skilled fabricators produce balustrading, canopies, staircases, and custom components, utilising advanced equipment for precision in challenging projects.
People
Gary Raistrick
Founder
With over 25 years of construction industry experience, Gary established Raisco in 2007. His leadership has grown the company into a leading steel fabrication firm, combining practical expertise with strategic vision to deliver nationwide projects.
Questions
What types of steelwork projects do you handle?
We specialise in structural steelwork for commercial, industrial, and bespoke projects ranging from 400 to 1,000+ tonnes, including portal frames, multi-storey buildings, and custom architectural features.
Do you work nationwide?
Yes, our strategic location in County Durham with excellent transport links allows us to deliver steel fabrication and installation services across the entire UK.
What facilities do you have for fabrication?
We operate a 45,000 sq ft fabrication facility equipped with automated machinery including CNC cutting systems, blasting equipment, and overhead cranes with capacities up to 6.3 tonnes.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain a 100% CSCS-certified workforce, conduct regular site monitoring, and follow strict quality control procedures from design through to installation of all steel structures.
Can you handle complex or unusual steelwork?
Our specialist fabrication department handles bespoke projects, creating custom balustrading, canopies, staircases, and heavy engineering components to exact specifications using advanced techniques.
