Established 2007

Steel Ducting
Manufacture
and Installation


ARLO Express Sheetmetals delivers world-class air-conditioning ductwork, metal fabrication, and installation across New Zealand and Australia. Trusted by major commercial and industrial clients for complex, high-profile projects - and off-the-shelf supplier for local HVAC contractors.

Australasia’s Premier Steel Duct, Pile Liner and Culvert Manufacturer.

From design to installation, we deliver comprehensive sheet metal solutions for commercial and industrial applications. With our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, we specialise in high-capacity production of custom rectangular ducting in galvanised, stainless steel and aluminium, along with advanced SPIRO® spiral duct systems, durable pile liners, and robust SwiftSteel™ culverts. Our expert teams combine cutting-edge technology with decades of experience to ensure quick turnaround times without compromising on quality, safety, or precision—delivering reliable solutions that meet the demanding requirements of Australasia's most challenging projects.

Our Core Services

We are specialists in sheet metal fabrication, custom manufacturing, and professional installation services across commercial and industrial sectors.

Metal ductwork, stacked, showing overlapping cylindrical SPIRO

The SPIRO® System

Advanced spiral ductwork system offering superior performance, structural strength, and installation efficiency for commercial HVAC applications.

High efficiency

Quick installation

Superior strength

Ventilation ducts running through a building with white support beams.

Ducting Solutions

Comprehensive range of rectangular, spiral, and flexible ductwork manufactured to the highest standards in our three manufacturing facilities.

Custom sizes

Multiple materials

Fast turnaround

Galvanised metal ductwork elbows and straight sections inside a wire cage.

Accessories

Complete range of HVAC accessories including dampers, grilles, diffusers, and connection fittings for total system integration.

Extensive range

Quality assured

Technical support

Large corrugated metal culverts  manufactured in a factory

SwiftSteel Culvert

Heavy-duty corrugated steel culvert systems engineered for stormwater management, drainage, and infrastructure applications.

Durable construction

Easy installation

Long lifespan

Cylindrical metal Pile Liners

SwiftSteel Pile Liners

Precision-engineered steel pile liners providing structural support and corrosion protection for foundation and marine applications.

Corrosion resistant

Structural integrity

Custom dimensions

Metal ventilation units and ductwork components in a workshop setting.

Custom Manufacturing

State-of-the-art 2400m² facility with latest technology for precision fabrication of custom ductwork and sheet metal components.

CAD Design

CNC Fabrication

Fast Turnaround

Featured Case Studies

Explore a few of our successful project deliveries.

October 30, 2025
Christchurch, New Zealand We were honoured to provide the precision-engineered ductwork solutions for Te Kaha, a landmark multi-use arena designed to revitalise Christchurch’s sporting and cultural heart. Our systems support the complex HVAC infrastructure required for a venue that accommodates tens of thousands of spectators, while meeting stringent expectations around natural ventilation, indoor air quality and resilience. By integrating our high-performance air-ducting within a mechanically-efficient, future-focused building envelope, our contribution helps deliver a world-class facility that stands for durability, sustainability and community pride.
October 30, 2025
Auckland, New Zealand We were pleased to supply the air-ducting systems for the new headquarters-style facility of Orams Marine in Auckland. Located in the heart of the marine precinct, this advanced multi‐storey building complements the company’s world-class superyacht refit yard and mixed-use marine village, featuring open offices, workshops and service zones designed to support high-value marine activity. Our precision-engineered ductwork helps deliver high‐quality indoor air across varied areas—from office floors to workshop bays—while aligning with the site’s robust industrial needs and high-performance building goals.
October 30, 2025
Auckland, New Zealand We were proud to supply the air-ducting systems for Fonterra Co-operative Group’s new global headquarters in Auckland. This seven-storey, 16,000 m² building consolidates staff from multiple sites into a high-performance workplace defined by open floor plates, a central atrium and world-class sustainability features. With fully electric heating, rainwater harvesting, a high-efficiency thermal envelope and an advanced ventilation strategy, our ductwork plays a key role in achieving the building’s 5-Green Star base-build rating and readying it for even higher targets. By integrating our precision-manufactured duct systems seamlessly into the fit-out and services architecture, we supported the building’s flexible activity-based work zones and the company’s ambition for a future-proof, low-carbon and people-centric headquarters.

Associations & Certifications

Proud members of leading industry associations, committed to the highest standards of safety, quality, and professional excellence.