Cold bending under heavy load

CNC tube and pipe bending machines from Schwarze-Robitec have long since proven themselves in shipbuilding and the offshore industry. Therefore, after successfully using a CNC 220 HD (Heavy Duty) for the past two years, Norwegian company Framo has once again opted for a tube and pipe bending machine from the HD series. The CNC 80 HD processes tubes and pipes of various geometries for Framo’s piping systems with precision and speed.

From its headquarters in Bergen, Norway, Framo offers numerous solutions for demanding pumping operations on ships and offshore installations.
The single-stack CNC 80 HD is suitable for continuous use under heavy loads, bending tubes and pipes up to a diameter of 89 mm with a maximum wall thickness of 7.6 mm. In addition to smooth stainless-steel pipes, it is even possible to process high-strength duplex steel with dimensions of 65 x 5 mm. Both the CNC 220 HD and the CNC 80 HD have an integrated flange pipe device that eliminates the need for any subsequent flanging of pipes, reducing costs and boosting productivity.

Even before the bending process begins, Schwarze-Robitec uses special software to determine the perfect cut length. Certain factors, information on the material and empirical values are included in the calculation. The specification of the ideal cut length eliminates the need for subsequent reworking and corrective work steps. After the bending process, the tube or pipe is immediately ready for installation, shortening production times and reducing material costs.

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