Industry 4.0 (aka the Fourth Industrial Revolution or 4IR) is a massive topic at the moment. We’re now living in the Intelligence Age, with new innovations coming thick and fast. This has a huge impact on industrial activities and supply networks. Most notable is the increasing use of automation, machine to machine (M2M) communication, and digital monitoring. With all of this though, it is important to keep in mind that physical touch, sight, sound, and even smell is still valuable, especially when it comes to fabrication. Let’s have a closer look, then you can speak to us about tube bending services and much more.

Revolution

As we said, there has been a big revolution in various industries, including manufacturing and fabrication. Modern machinery, including robotics and AI, can do more than ever before. This can improve efficiency in various ways. For example, machinery can now automate entire processes, including tube production. Modern sensors can monitor production and provide real time data to improve quality.

Supporters sing the praises of Industry 4.0 and celebrate various benefits. This includes potentially increasing in production speed, lower costs, and improving standards. There is certainly a lot to consider and plenty of opportunities for businesses.

Traditions

While there are benefits with automation and other tech, it’s important not to forget that traditional techniques still have a lot of value. This is especially true with different types of fabrication and processing. Whether it is welding, tube bending services, or deburring, getting hands on can be very helpful.

The crucial thing to keep in mind is skilled fabricators can tell you a lot about parts and machines by touch, sight, sound, and even the smell. This can help to improve standards.

There are a number of things you can learn very quickly simply by touching parts. For example, if you feel an edge, you will be able to tell if it is rough or smooth. You can then deburr and smooth it effectively. Once you are done, you can get a feel for how it should be. Then it is just a case of replicating that feel each time.

The same goes for using different types of equipment. Touch, sight, sound, and smell can all indicate if machines are functioning properly or not. For example, does the machine easily slide into gear? Or does it feel off and make a noise? Does a tool sound dull?

Speak to us about tube bending services and more

Multiform Tubes Engineering Ltd understands the importance of tradition, especially when it comes to adapting tubing. While we have modernised over the years to ensure we keep giving clients the best services, we still value the human element of fabrication and engineering. The combination of great equipment and a skilful, knowledgeable team is unbeatable.

So, speak to us if you need tube bending services and other solutions. We’ll give you exceptional value. Even better, we’re flexible and dynamic to ensure we can adapt to your needs.