Author Archives: Stephen Hall

The role of steel tubes in the solar industry

Among the different forms of manipulation and bending that are undertaken here, tube ring rolling is a very commonly requested service from our customers. This process involves transforming a straight section of tubing into a circular design. One of the best aspects of the technique we use is that it gives constant curves while not flattening the tube, even with the strongest of materials. Continue reading

Excellence in tube swaging

Multiform Tubes is based in the West Midlands and works incredibly hard to deliver only the finest of tube swaging services to our clients. By working to alter the tubes, we can create models to fulfil applications in a plethora of different sectors. Whether you need the right tubing for railings, furniture or heating for example, we promise to produce fantastic results in a timely and professional manner. Continue reading

Reducing tubing with great precision

There are many different products that utilise tubes in their design, whether it is fencing, handrails, plumbing or heating systems. In each case the tubing needs to be durable so that it doesn’t bow, bend or warp. This can be difficult when long sections are needed. A solution is to utilise smaller sections of tube joined together to increase the strength and cut the amount of weight that each section is bearing. Continue reading

Excelling at tube drilling

Drilling holes in tubing is tricky, whether you deal with plastic or metal varieties. This is because the edge is curved rather than being flat, making it more difficult for the drill bit to bite into the metal and increasing the risk of slipping. Metals create additional challenges as a result of the hardness of the material. Continue reading

Can Reclamation Tubing Be Bent Or Manipulated?

In this present day and age there is a significant focus on all of us being as environmentally friendly as possible. We all know that our activities have caused harm to the planet and that it’s important that we do what we can to redress this and do no further damage. Whilst it’s not always possible to achieve this perfectly, we all must do what we can to reduce, reuse and recycle the resources we need. This is something which is just as true of the steel and metal tube industry as it is any other sector of our economy. Continue reading

Can You Bend Brass Tubes?

Brass pipes are used for a wide range of purposes. It would be fair to say, however, that most would associate them with use in plumbing systems. The qualities the material make it the most ideal metal to use for carrying and distributing water in terms of both costs and safety. Whilst the benefits are impressive, one of the down sides to using brass tubes in plumbing systems is that the general advice is to not manipulate or bend them. This is a problem that we can assist you with. Continue reading