Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Need some metal pipes bent? Trying to decide between cold bending and induction bending? There are pros and cons to both options, but in most cases, induction bending is superior, especially if you need precise and accurate work done. Here's a look at five of the biggest benefits of induction pipe bending:
1. Accurate process
Induction bending uses machine-controlled shapes and temperatures. This results in an extremely accurate process. In addition to getting the shape you need, you also don't have to worry about stability. Metal that has been shaped with induction bending is not likely to spring back compared to other types of metal.
2. Virtually unlimited possibilities
When you opt to have pipes bent by an induction pipe bender, you can choose virtually any type of bend you need with virtually any radius and any angle. Induction bending doesn't rely on pre-manufactured dies, allowing you creative freedom. Whether you need to shape a thick steel pipe or a thin nickel tube, an induction bender can help you get the shape you want.
3. Reduced labour
The automated parts of induction bending help to reduce labour costs. When you choose some other types of metal bending, several pipe workers need to be involved. That can help to drive up the price while also increasing the risk of mistake.
4. Fewer defects
Because most of the induction bending process is digital, mistakes are less likely. In addition, induction bending reduces the need for welds. This also helps to protect the pipe from defects. In most cases, defects happen along welds. For example, if someone bumps the pipe while welding it, makes the weld too thick, doesn't stabilise the two pieces together correctly or makes other mistakes while welding, that can increase the number of defects.
5. Specific results
When you decide to hire an induction pipe bender, you don't just get to specify the shape and angle of your bend. You also work with the pipe bender to determine exactly which qualities the pipe needs to have. For example, if you want the pipe to have a certain level of strength or to be able to withstand certain temperatures or the exposure to certain chemicals, you can speak with your induction pipe bender. As an expert in how pipes work, these professionals can point you in the right direction so that you can easily attain the specific results you need for your project.
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14 September 2016
If you work in or run an industrial or manufacturing facility, safety is key. In this blog, we are going to talk a lot about safety. However, we are also going to veer into other aspects of these industries as well. There will be posts directed toward consumers, business owners, workers and many others. Before you start reading, let me introduce myself. My name is Steve. I used to volunteer at an animal refuge where I put together a lot of buildings and frequently visited sheet metal processing facilities, fence manufacturing companies and similar businesses. I was incredibly interested in what they did so I decided to create this blog. Thank you for reading.
