Monthly Archives: December 2024

Top Tips: From Vision to Reality – Our Streamlined Custom Fabrication Process 

At Firefish Fabrication, we understand that every project is unique, whether it’s a custom handrail for your home or bespoke stainless steel fittings for your boat. Our focus is on making the process as smooth and easy as possible for you. With over 25 years of experience and a commitment to quality, we guide you through every step, from initial consultation to installation, ensuring you get a solution that’s not only functional but built to last.

Here’s how we make it easy for you:

1.     Personalised Consultation and Site Visit
We begin with a friendly chat about your ideas and needs, followed by a site visit to fully understand your project—whether it’s for a boat or home. This helps us deliver solutions that fit seamlessly and solve your specific problems.

Stainless Steel Marine Fabricator Auckland grinding in PPE2.     Expert Design and Material Recommendations
With extensive knowledge of stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel, we’ll advise you on the best design and material choices. Our recommendations are tailored to your environment, ensuring durability, whether you’re enhancing a pool area or upgrading your boat’s hardware.

3.     Precision Craftsmanship
Once your design is finalised, we handle all the fabrication in-house. From sturdy handrails to custom lighting, every piece is crafted with precision and care, ensuring it meets the highest standards.

4.     Stress-Free Installation
We manage the entire installation process at your home or marina berth, so you don’t have to lift a finger. Our team ensures everything is fitted perfectly and hassle-free, saving you time and effort.

5.     Ongoing Support
After installation, we’re here for any future needs. We can provide advice on care and maintenance, ensuring your custom project stays in great condition for years to come.

 

Custom aluminium bait board - marine stainless steel fabricators auckland

 


Top Custom Stainless Steel Upgrades for Your Boat – get the creative juices flowing!

Looking to upgrade your boat and make it truly your own? We’ve put together this inspiration post filled with custom stainless steel ideas to help you elevate both the functionality and aesthetics of your vessel. At Firefish Fabrication, we love bringing innovative solutions to life for boat owners, and we hope these ideas spark some creative upgrades for your pride and joy.

Bait Stations and Boards

A bait station is essential for any keen angler, providing a dedicated workspace for bait preparation and cleaning your catch. We offer robust and well-designed bait boards and stations, crafted to withstand the harsh marine environment while keeping your workspace tidy and efficient. Explore high-quality designs featuring drainage systems and knife holders to improve your fishing experience.

Custom aluminium bait board - marine stainless steel fabricators auckland

Davits

Davits are crucial for safely and efficiently launching and retrieving smaller vessels, like dinghies, or for hoisting gear onboard. Our custom stainless steel davits are built for strength and corrosion resistance, ensuring they perform reliably for years to come.

Marine Stainless Steel Fabrication Auckland - stainless steel davit systems and stainless steel boat stairs

Railings for stairs

Sturdy, polished railings not only enhance your boat’s safety but also contribute to its sleek appearance. We create customised railings to suit your boat’s unique design, ensuring durability and a refined aesthetic. Common areas where railings can be added include:

  • Bow (Foredeck): Provides security for passengers moving forward and helps prevent falls overboard.
  • Stern (Aft Deck): Acts as both a safety feature and a mounting point for accessories like rod holders.
  • Flybridge or Upper Helm Stations: Offers protection from falls while allowing open views and easy movement.
  • Ladders or Companionways: Assists passengers moving between different levels of the boat.
  • More Custom Areas: We can design railings for other parts of your boat based on your specific needs and layout.

Swim Ladders

Accessing the water should be as smooth as possible. Our custom stainless steel swim ladders are designed for stability and comfort, making boarding your boat from the water effortless. Recently we crafted a platform staple with a fold-down ladder, making it easier than ever for boaties to hop back on after a dip or adventure out on the water.

Marine Stainless Steel Fabrication Auckland - stainless steel staples with swim ladder

Rod Holders and Rocket Launchers

Rod Holders: Secure your fishing rods while underway or at anchor with our expertly crafted stainless steel rod holders. These durable fixtures are designed for stability and corrosion resistance, offering peace of mind on your fishing adventures.

Rocket Launchers: Ideal for avid fishermen, rocket launchers bolt to the cockpit floor or integrate into bench seating, holding multiple fishing rods securely and conveniently. They make managing your rods simple, whether you’re cruising or fishing offshore.

Marine Stainless Steel Fabrication Auckland - stainless steel rod holders, rod racks and rocket launchers

Fittings and Fixtures for Starlink Boxes

As reliable internet becomes increasingly important for marine adventures, we custom-make fittings and fixtures for securely installing Starlink boxes on boats. Our solutions ensure that the equipment is mounted securely, with consideration for both functionality and aesthetic integration.

Marine Stainless Steel Fabrication Auckland - stainless steel starlink fixtures for boats


You can always look for more inspiration on our marine page or our Instagram profile. 

Ready to elevate your boat with custom stainless steel upgrades?
Contact us today using our ‘request for quote’ form to discuss your ideas and discover how we can bring them to life.


Project Deep Dive: Huffer Westfied Newmarket & Te Awa The Base

At Firefish Fabrication, we’ve had the pleasure of collaborating on a number of exciting projects for Huffer, from their stunning Westfield Newmarket store to the new Te Awa store in Hamilton. Our involvement in these retail fit-outs has allowed us to showcase our expertise in custom fabrication and metalwork, creating unique shelving and racking solutions that elevate the store’s aesthetic while being functional and durable.

A Solid Partnership with Huffer

Our journey with Huffer began over 5 years ago when they were our very first confirmed business project. Since then, we’ve forged a strong partnership, providing custom fabrication solutions for their retail spaces. One of the standout features we’ve created for Huffer are the bespoke metal clothes racking and custom shelving systems that seamlessly blend industrial design with refined detailing. The raw steel and timber combination brings a bold yet elegant feel to their stores, striking the perfect balance between functionality and design.

Northbeach Stores, Huffer Westfield Newmarket & Huffer Te Awa: Custom Fabrication in Action

The first cab off the rank for our fabrication relationship with Huffer was a number of mobile clothes racking stations that were rolled out across a number of Northbeach stores, exclusively displaying  Huffer clothing.

Huffer Clothes racking on wheels for Northbeach stores. Custom fabrication for retail stores' fit outs stores.

At Westfield Newmarket, we had the opportunity to showcase our skills in a major retail fit-out. We crafted mobile steel & timber racks that run through the centre of the store, adding a dynamic element to the layout. Alongside this, we designed steel fixed racking on the walls and sleek steel merchandise shelves, creating a streamlined, industrial look that enhances the shopping experience. The addition of high triangular hanger displays adds a striking visual appeal while remaining practical for the store’s needs. The clear-coated raw steel finish ties everything together, delivering an industrial yet refined aesthetic that is unmistakably Huffer.

Huffer - Custom metal fabrication fit out for retail, Newmarket, Auckland

Our work at Te Awa was equally exciting, with standalone shelving, wall mounted clothes racking and the standout project being a giant yellow counter that was a first for us. It was a true testament to the versatility of our team in creating custom solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients.

Huffer - Custom metal fabrication fit out for retail, Te Awa The Base, Hamilton. Custom shelving, front counter and wall mounted racking

Reflecting on Our Growth

Looking back at these projects, it’s amazing to see how far we’ve come. We’re incredibly proud to have been part of these retail fit-out projects for Huffer, creating custom solutions that help their stores stand out and function at their best. Each piece, from the mobile racking to the custom shelving, has been carefully crafted with attention to detail and durability.

We’re excited about the future and the continued opportunity to work on projects like these, delivering innovative solutions in custom fabrication that make a real impact in the retail world.


At Firefish Fabrication, we’re always eager to bring our expertise to new projects, whether it’s for a retail space like Huffer or a residential or marine project. If you’re in need of custom fabrication services for your next fit-out or build, we’d love to discuss how we can help bring your vision to life.


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