Tube Bending Service is the process of forming permanent bends in metal pipes or tubes. Most custom tubes are bent into 4 main types of shapes, known as “L” bends, “U” bends, “S” bends, or “coil” bends. Generally, tube bending involves clamping the tube or pipe and then applying force to various locations until the desired bend is achieved.
Depending on your tolerance requirements and design complexity, there are several tube bending methods that may be used, such as:
*Press Bending
*Rotary Draw Bending
*Roll Bending
*Compression Bending
*Mandrel Bending
*Ram Bending
Tubular parts can be constructed from nearly any type of metal or metal alloy. We offer tube and pipe in a range of materials and sizes in accordance with your design specifications. Common materials used include:
• Aluminum
• Stainless steel
• Steel
• Titanium
• Brass
• Copper
From the intricate pipes used in HVAC systems to the curved components seen on playgrounds, industries everywhere require bent-metal products. LiFu Group can source high quality, custom tubular parts to meet the requirements of any industry or application. Examples include:
• Automotive parts (seat frames & seat adjustment tubes, steering wheel rings, transmission tubes)
• Recreational vehicles (seat frames, handle bars, and control levers)
• Roll cages for ATVs, soil compactors, and heavy motorized equipment
• Outdoor power equipment (handles, handle braces, frame support & rope guide tubes)
• Metal chairs, tables, & other types of furniture
