In industrial production, tube bending is a precise and versatile technique, but it can reach its limits when it comes to challenging projects or special requirements. In such cases, customized solutions and special tools are essential to achieve optimal results. At Tinsel, your experts for tube bending machines and special solutions, we explain when it makes sense to use special tools and how you can use them to make your production more efficient.

1. Why use special tools?

Standard tools offer a sufficient solution for pipe bending in many applications, but there are always projects that have specific requirements. These include special materials, unusual shapes or extremely tight tolerances. In such cases, standard tools may not be able to deliver the required precision or the desired result. This is where customized tools come into play.

Special tools are developed for specific requirements in order to:

• Avoiding production bottlenecks
• Ensuring greater precision
• Reducing material waste
• Reducing production costs in the long term

2. When is it worth using special tools?

The use of special tools can be a worthwhile investment in various situations. Here are some scenarios in which customized solutions are particularly beneficial:

a) Complex or unconventional forms

Use case:

When pipes need to be bent into unusual shapes that go beyond simple curves or standard angles, a standard tool is often not enough. This is particularly the case with tight radii, multiple bends or asymmetrical shapes that require high precision and control.

Solution:

Special tools that are precisely adapted to the desired shape ensure a clean and uniform bend. They minimize deformations and enable the production of complex geometries that would not be possible with standard tools.

b) Tight tolerances and high precision

Use case:

Tight tolerances and maximum precision are essential in industries such as aerospace, the automotive industry and medical technology. Even the smallest deviations in bending can lead to problems in final assembly or impair the functionality of the end product.

Solution:

Customized tools specifically designed to the required tolerances provide repeatable accuracy and eliminate deviations that could occur with standard tools.

c) Special material properties

Use case:

Different materials behave differently when bent. Materials such as titanium, high-strength steel or special alloys require special tools to minimize the risk of cracks, deformation or other damage.

Solution:

Special tools that are precisely matched to the material properties make it possible to bend difficult materials safely. These include special coatings to reduce friction or adapted bending radii that take into account the specific requirements of the material.

d) High quantities and series production

Use case:

Repeatability and efficiency are crucial in series production. With high production volumes, standard tools can lead to a loss of quality due to wear and a lack of precision.

Solution:

Special tools designed to meet the requirements of large production volumes ensure consistent product quality over many cycles. They reduce wear and production downtime and offer long-term cost savings.-

e) Reduction of waste and rework

Use case:

Especially with expensive materials such as titanium or in the automotive and aerospace industries, it is important to minimize waste. Standard tools can lead to material losses as they are not precisely matched to the production requirements.

Solution:

Special tools enable precise bends that correspond directly to the final requirement, resulting in less reworking and material waste. This increases efficiency and reduces production costs.

3. advantages of customized tools

The use of special tools offers many advantages that go beyond avoiding production errors:

• Greater efficiency: Customized tools are precisely tailored to your production requirements, resulting in more efficient production.​
• Improved product quality: By adapting the tools to the specific requirements, the quality of the manufactured pipes is significantly improved.​
• Longer service life: Special tools are often more robust and durable as they are specially developed for the respective application.​
• Cost reduction: Fewer rejects, less reworking and less machine wear lead to long-term cost savings.​

4 How do you choose the right special tool?

The choice of the right special tool depends on various factors, such as the material, the desired shape, the tolerances and the production quantity. At Tinsel, we offer customized solutions that are precisely tailored to your requirements. Our experts analyze your production processes and advise you on the selection of the optimal tools for your tube bending applications.

5 Our customized solutions at Tinsel

At Tinsel, we not only offer standard machines and tools, but also develop special solutions that are perfectly tailored to your needs. Whether you need to bend pipes with particularly tight radii, process unusual materials or achieve maximum precision - we have the right tool for you.

Our customized solutions help you to increase the quality of your production, improve efficiency and reduce costs. Contact us today to find out more about our specialized tools and services.