The tool is aimed at the series production of short bent pipe systems in high quality materials. During the first step, the bending machine forms the front of the pipe according to the program geometry. Subsequently, the integrated cutting tool separates the finished component from the un-machined pipe. The latter is moved through the bending machine, formed again and cut. This is repeated until the pipe bending process is completed and a single piece remains. Typically, the pipe ends do not require finishing.
Schwarze-Robitec bending tool reduces cycle time and waste
Schwarze-Robitec has developed a cutting device that is directly integrated into the bending tool, so as to make the manufacture of bent pipe components more efficient and economical. This development makes it possible to bend and cut pipe components of commercially available lengths in a single process step. According to Schwarze-Robitec, users benefit from a reduction of material waste of up to 90% and quicker production times.
