TJC Agricultural Engineering

14/02/2025

SPECIAL OFFER FRIDAY!!!!!
Front and rear ATV carry all baskets.
£216.00 Inc vat.

04/02/2025

Our exciting new online store - stock items available to collect!

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04/02/2025

JOB OPPORTUNITY...

Job Title: Agricultural Welder/Fabricator
Location: Countesthorpe Leicestershire
Company: TJC Agricultural Engineering Ltd – A Family-Run Business
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (Based on experience)

About Us:
TJC Agricultural Engineering we are a family-run business with a deep-rooted commitment to providing high-quality welding and fabrication services for the agricultural sector. With decades of experience, we take pride in crafting durable and reliable equipment that supports local farmers and agricultural enterprises. We treat each of our employees like family, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where your skills and contributions truly matter.

Position Overview:
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Agricultural Welder Fabricator to join our growing team. This role requires a strong background in welding and fabrication, particularly within the agricultural industry. As part of our team, you will be responsible for the manufacturing of livestock handling equipment and structural steelwork along with many other bespoke projects that we get involved with.


Key Responsibilities:

Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication of steel, aluminum, and other materials.
Manufacture and repair agricultural machinery and parts according to specifications.
Inspect and measure materials to ensure proper fit and finish.
Work with customers to understand their needs and provide solutions.
Maintain welding equipment and ensure safe working practices are followed.
Contribute to a positive and cooperative team environment.
Ensure all work is completed efficiently and meets quality standards.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a welder, with agricultural or structural steelwork.
Proficient in MIG and Stick welding techniques.
Strong understanding of fabrication and blueprint reading.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and take initiative.
Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
A positive, team-oriented attitude and excellent communication skills.
Willingness to work in a variety of weather conditions, typical for agricultural settings.
There is a certain amount of heavy lifting in this role and although lifting equipment is available the candidate must be physically fit and able to do a day's work handling lengths of steel.
A Full UK driving license.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Health and safety-focused work environment.
Opportunity to work with a friendly, supportive team.
Opportunities for career development and training.
Flexible working hours.
Family-friendly company culture with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
If you’re passionate about welding and fabrication, and want to be part of a team that values your hard work and dedication, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected] contact me on 07836264318 for more information. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our family-run business!

Although the position is for a welder I will not require formal qualifications. We will teach and put you through the certificates we require you to have.
I am a big believer that the right person is more important than the right qualifications.

For a better idea of some of our products and projects take a look at the pictures on our page.

31/01/2025

Ill be glad to see the back of this week. But withoutweeks like this we wouldn'tbe able to appreciate the good ones. Its been a bit of a mixed bag of decorative, structural and agricultural work. As much as welding hundres of bars can get monotonous i think ill miss these railings. We are just about to do the last set on a development in Melton Mowbray. It's quite nice to see drive around the estate and see so much of our steelwork.
After a wobbly ride to the saw line with a 12m beam, I walked back into the workshop to find Huckleberry hound inspecting Adams welding.🤣 happily I thing it passed muster.

29/01/2025

An afternoon down in Bedford today for a quick repair on the forcing pen at Dunbia.
It's nice to see that the lairage is standing up to everything they have to throw at it.

25/01/2025

A nice pair of handrails being crafted by our talented residential blacksmith Dan.

See below for a some more info.
We had to improvise for the heat source due to lack of room to put a forge but other than that the procedure is the same.

Forging a Pair of Lamb’s Tongue Handrails

Forging lamb’s tongue handrails is an intricate and rewarding process that involves shaping metal into an elegant, functional design. The lamb’s tongue refers to the characteristic, gentle curve at the end of the rail, resembling the shape of a lamb’s tongue, which adds a decorative element to the handrail while also making it comfortable to grip.

Step 1: Material Selection
The first step in forging lamb’s tongue handrails is choosing the appropriate material. Steel is a common choice for handrails due to its strength, durability, and malleability when heated. Depending on the desired aesthetic and strength, you might opt for mild steel, wrought iron, or even stainless steel for a more modern finish.

Step 2: Preparing the Forge and Tools
Before beginning, ensure that your forge is at the correct temperature, typically around 1,800 to 2,000°F (980–1,090°C), for heating the metal. Essential tools for the task include a hammer, anvil, chisels, tongs, and a bending jig. A round or square stock of steel, sized appropriately for your handrails, will need to be prepared.

Step 3: Heating the Steel
Place the steel stock in the forge and heat it evenly until it reaches a malleable state. The heat allows the steel to become more pliable, enabling it to be shaped without cracking or breaking. Keep a careful eye on the temperature, as overheating or underheating the steel can lead to poor results.

Step 4: Shaping the Lamb’s Tongue
Once the metal has reached the desired temperature, remove it from the forge using tongs. Place it on the anvil, and with a hammer, begin to shape the end of the metal into the distinct curve that defines the lamb’s tongue. This step is critical, as it requires precision and control to achieve the smooth, elegant curve.

The technique often involves creating a slight taper or swelling at the end of the rail before carefully bending it into a gradual curve. The size of the curve and the way it blends into the rest of the handrail should be balanced to create a harmonious and functional design.

Step 5: Refining the Shape
After the basic curve is established, use a series of hammers and chisels to refine the lamb’s tongue’s shape, ensuring it’s both aesthetically pleasing and comfortable to the hand. The edges may need to be smoothed out, and the overall contour may require fine-tuning to achieve a uniform, flowing curve.

Step 6: Cooling and Hardening
Once the forging process is complete, allow the handrails to cool slowly to prevent warping. After cooling, you may choose to quench the steel in water or oil for additional hardening, depending on the material used. However, for aesthetic reasons, quenching is typically avoided in the final form of lamb’s tongue handrails, as it can create a more matte finish.

Step 7: Final Assembly and Finish
Once the lamb’s tongue ends are forged and shaped, the handrails can be welded or bolted into place, depending on the design. The final finish may involve polishing or patinating the metal to achieve the desired texture and color. If you want a more refined look, you may apply a clear coat or protective layer to preserve the finish and prevent corrosion.

This process of forging lamb’s tongue handrails is both an art and a craft, combining the functionality of a sturdy handrail with the grace of a decorative design. With attention to detail, the end result is a beautiful and durable piece that will elevate any staircase or railing.

16/01/2025

Can anyone guess where we're going tomorrow?
A few bits to fit along with a few maintenance jobs to do.

A new pair of doors for the sheep ring and a custom hide barrier for the ring cut and powdercoated in house. TJC CNC Profiling & Powder Coating feel free to contact us with any powdercoating requirements you may have.

24/12/2024

As another year draws to a close Team TJC would like to take this opportunity to wish all our friends, customers and suppliers along with anyone that has supported us over the years.

Having such a wonderful selection of customers amd friends makes our job all the more worth while.

WISHING YOU ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY HEALTHY NEW YEAR.🎅🎅🌲🌲

Yours, as ever with the very greatest of respect from all of us at Team TJC.

21/12/2024

It is a privilege and a pleasure to support Archers Festive Tractor Run over the years.
It's a fantastic event and supports so many good causes and charities.
Long may it continue.

Meet Our 25th Sponsor!

A Big Thank You to TJC Agricultural Engineering for sponsoring Archers Festive Tractor Run 2024

TJC Agricultural Engineering have been a great support to Archers Festive Tractor Run over the years, they have produced us some fantastic pieces to help with the tractor run 😀

We are a small family run steel fabrication company and we pride ourselves on producing high quality products at a reasonable cost to meet specific customer requirements.

We specialise in livestock handling equipment and agricultural accessories but are more than able to tackle most tasks from a decorative entry gate to steel portal buildings and domestic beams for an extension.

For all and any steel requirements we will be able to help.

Email: [email protected]

Phone Mobile: 07836264318​

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TJC Agricultural Engineering

Family Run Steel Fabrication Business

About Us

Bespoke Fabrication

From functional to something more decorative our team can produce individual items that meet your specificwder Coating

NEW! TJC has invested in a Powder Coating plant. The oven boasts an impressive internal length of 5 metres, able to powder coat many entry gates etc. We are now able to offer this service to our fabrication customers,

CNC profiling is a new service we are able to offer our customers. Whether its a sign you've designed or some specific sized parts you require, TJC can help on our large 8x4' bed we are able to cut steel from 1mm to 20mm thick!

We have a vast range of different steel in stock, we also may be able to source certain sizes if we don't have it in stock.

We work closely with our customers to offer a wide range of services from bucket blade replacements to hydraulic hose repair

15/12/2024

A naughty elf joined the TJC staff team on the works night out. Well done to Lloyd Beavis for being the quickest around the track, Adam Wilson for coming last, Hal Cooper for the most popadoms consumed. Dominic Jeffery for the most spins of a go kart, Dan keal for the drinks after the track & Rebekah Jeffery Cooper for bringing the annoying elf!
Go team TJC!

12/12/2024

An absolutely phenomenal effort by everyone that went.

Unfortunately we were not able to attend as we had to get the last few jobs sorted out and ready for dispatch ahead of the grant deadlines.

Keep the momentum going, this is a fight the country can't afford loose.

05/12/2024

When you get a phone call from the galvanizing company asking if they can deliver early because they need their truck back to do the rest of the Leicestershire run. Well I was only too happy to oblige but not without half filling it again before it left.😁 just a few tons on here.

Calf penning all back and ready for our friends at Intershape Ltd so they can get it delivered out intime for the grant deadlines.

04/12/2024

A nice order of calf fronts back from galvanizing ready for plastic sheeting and packing up ready for shipping off to their new home.

01/12/2024

Steel everywhere..... Another week of batch making hell will see this lot out the way.
Our fantastic team working their socks off to make SURE all the grant work is out the door before Christmas.

30/11/2024

Our fantastic groundwork team have been very busy over the last couple of days.
Digging out, stoning up and setting the posts ready for concre next week.
Meanwhile back at the workshop the saw has not stopped amd we are burning welding wire like its goingnoutnof fashion.

28/11/2024

So as promised...... here is hopefully the last steel delivery before Christmas break.
9.8 tons of 30x30 box section arrived today due to LAST MINUTE order for calf hutch penning from a company we manufacture for.
So please cross your fingers for a Christmas miracle for us, as we are going to need it to get this all done in time along with our other work.

Our fantastic groundwork and fitting team is on site installing the posts for a handling system that we have got to get done before Christmas as well.

27/11/2024

Pretty in pink.... 23 adjustable calf fronts ready for galvanising.
I'm fairly sure I'll get my stilage back this time.🤣😁
It's fairly difficult to loose that for sure.😊🤣