Concrete Embeds 

Concrete embeds, commonly known as embed plates or embedded plates, are prefabricated steel components cast directly into concrete during pouring to create strong, reliable connection points for attaching structural steel, equipment, piping supports, or other marine fittings in shipyard projects. In a small fabrication shop serving shipyards, these are typically made from mild or marine-grade steel plates (often A36 or similar), precisely cut to size via plasma or oxy-fuel methods, then fitted with headed studs (Nelson studs), deformed rebar, or anchor bolts welded perpendicularly to one side using automated stud welding guns for superior anchorage and load transfer. The exposed face remains flush or slightly proud for welding or bolting to ship structures like bulkheads, decks, foundations, or machinery bases, ensuring watertight, corrosion-resistant connections that meet ABS, NAVSEA, or classification society standards. Fabrication emphasizes tight tolerances, thorough weld inspections, and sometimes galvanizing or epoxy coatings to withstand harsh saltwater exposure, while custom layouts accommodate specific bolt patterns, lifting points, or integration with rebar cages before the concrete pour.