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INSURANCE FOR FABRICATION & PROTOTYPE WORKSHOPS
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PUBLIC LIABILITY
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TOOLS & MACHINERY
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PROPERTY & STOCK
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EMPLOYERS’ LIABILITY
Why Fabrication Workshop Insurance Matters
Fabrication and prototype workshops operate high-risk equipment such as CNC machines, welding gear, presses and laser cutters. Fire, machinery damage, theft or injury can halt production and jeopardise contracts. Insure24 provides tailored protection for specialist fabrication environments.
Common Risks in Fabrication & Prototype Workshops
- Fire and explosion risk from welding, cutting and hot works
- Damage to CNC machines, presses and prototype equipment
- Loss or damage to one-off prototype components
- Theft of tools, materials and specialist machinery
- Injury to staff or visitors within the workshop
- Business interruption following insured damage
Why Choose Insure24
- Specialist insurers experienced with fabrication risks
- Cover accepted by landlords, councils and commercial clients
- Flexible policies for R&D, engineering and prototype workshops
- Fast quotes and UK-based expert advice
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
+-What does fabrication workshop insurance cover?
Cover typically includes public liability, employers’ liability, buildings and contents,
machinery, tools, prototype stock and business interruption.
+-Are one-off prototypes insured?
Yes. Prototype components and customer-owned items can be insured while on your premises
and during fabrication.
+-Does this cover welding and hot works?
Yes. Fire and hot-work risks from welding and cutting can be covered, subject to
risk management requirements.
+-Can CNC and laser cutting machines be insured?
Yes. Fixed and specialist fabrication equipment can be insured for damage, theft
and breakdown.
+-How quickly can cover be arranged?
In most cases, cover can be arranged the same day once workshop details are confirmed.
Related Fabrication Workshop Guides
Fabrication businesses usually need stronger links between hot-work exposure, machinery values, property risk and liability. These guides connect the fabrication page with the most relevant workshop pages across related cover and guidance pages.