In day to day life, it’s likely that you will directly or indirectly use a product, appliance or tool involving a metal tube which has a raised bump at one end, or one or more dimples. The process used to create this effect is called tube beading. We are the leading name in the UK for tube beading services and can provide this service to the highest standard of accuracy and skill, creating excellent results every time. Continue reading →

There are a number of situations when the end of a tube may need to be adapted, such as when the component is to be part of a much larger product. The diameter of the tubing can be expanded or reduced depending on specific requirements. Both of these adaptations can be achieved with tube swaging, an effective process that uses dies to alter the shape. Continue reading →

We are renowned for our extensive selection of tube bending and manipulation services, and our reshaping processes enable us to offer solutions to all manner of applications. Our versatile services are used regularly across a diverse range of sectors, and all our tube products are available at highly competitive prices. As we work with such a varied list of customers we ensure we are always able to meet all requests and satisfy all orders regardless of complexity or size. Continue reading →

Tube manipulation and bending allows for the simple and efficient manufacturing of a wide range of components. There are many areas of industry that demand quality tubes, and over the years we have become known as a reliable supplier to a nationwide customer base. We are a professional team with the resources to meet every requirement of our customers, and always deliver the right products at the right prices. Continue reading →

As the leading provider of tube bending services in the UK, we are often asked questions about our service. Many clients enquire about the maximum possible bend that is possible to achieve in tubes or pipes made from a specific material. In our experience, there are too many variables to consider to be able to give a generic answer to this question. Continue reading →

It can be very tricky to drill holes in stainless steel tubes because of the hardness of the material, and the fact that it will progressively harden as it is worked. This will put a lot of strain on the drill bit, particularly when you consider the amount of pressure that is needed to get through the material. The stress can lead to overheating, dull the bit, or even cause it to snap completely. Continue reading →

Tube bending makes the construction of a wide range of tubular components swift and simple. If you require tubular products, it is important to engage the services of a reputable company with industry knowledge and experience. There are several manipulation processes available, and each one requires proficient expertise. After many years spent supplying industry with quality components and customer care, we are able to offer a reliable, affordable and comprehensive tube manipulation service. Continue reading →

When manipulating metallic tubing, it is vital to keep the wall thickness in mind throughout the process. The walls will shrink in size when the tube is bent because the material is stretched into its new shape. If this is not accounted for, the finished tubing may be left with flaws and weak points that threaten the stability and longevity of the tube. Continue reading →

We are well known for providing a wide variety of manipulation services, transforming the shape, function and appearance of metal tubes to get them ready for their intended purpose. Among our various services, we are often asked to bend a previously straight tube into a “U”shape. There are many cases in which tubing must be bent into this shape in order to carry out the required function, or for aesthetic reasons. Continue reading →

Tube manipulation is crucial in many different sectors and industries, and as a leading and trusted supplier we regularly deliver a wide range of products and solutions to a diverse range of clients. Manipulation is an economical way of producing tubular components as it does not involve cutting away any of the material. The many processes involved such as tube drilling, beading, ring rolling, swaging, reduction and expansion can create the precise products you need and offer you maximum quality and cost efficiency. Continue reading →