TPT January 2024

TUBE BENDING, END FORMING & SWAGING

Tube bending solutions to enhance productivity and precision by Donatella Fumagalli, marketing manager, Faccin Group

Faccin plate rolling machine for pipeline production

perfect for bending metal tubes of large diameters. The Roundo ® R and B, along with the Faccin ® RCMI series, are highly recommended choices for the infrastructure sector. The Roundo ® R series is a part of the group’s premium line of angle rolls. With capacities ranging from 14 to 20,000cm 3 , these angle rolls are a good choice for any project. The R series guarantees long-lasting productivity, thanks to the integration of high quality internal components sourced from industry leaders. To achieve the pinching position and rotational motion, the precise roll movements are proportional. It boasts independent control over each individual axis, ensuring optimum bending capacity at any speed, thanks to its advanced hydraulic system and noise reducing components. Not only does it enhance control and ergonomics, but it also simplifies the loading of profiles or tubes. Additionally, the low working height eliminates the need for costly pits, providing operators with greater ergonomics. A user-friendly CNC control, the wCNC4, is provided as standard. The Roundo ® B series is an impeccable variable geometry angle roll that surpasses all expectations in terms of rolling quality. Its excellent versatility allows for seamless bending of both steel and aluminium profiles, making it the perfect solution for many projects. With its unique design, that incorporates variable geometry and three motorised rolls, this machine ensures the utmost precision when bending small profiles. Not only that, but it also showcases exceptional capability in bending large and high resistance modulus profiles. With a significant capacity of up to 19,000cm 3 , the B series machines are the perfect choice for heavy metal fabrication work. The Faccin ® RCMI series provides precise and reliable profile bending. RCMI is equipped to handle all standard profiles, including beams and curved ducts in the direction of greater inertia. It can also extend to bending both

THE infrastructure sector plays a crucial role in our society, as it involves the development of essential structures. The infrastructure as a service market in the UK is set to grow significantly, with projected revenue of $2.93bn by 2023. Experts also predict a 15.61 per cent annual growth rate between 2023 and 2028, resulting in a market volume of $6.05bn by 2028. Additionally, the infrastructure construction market in Western Europe is expected to experience substantial growth, with a projected market size of $490.9bn by 2023 and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6 per cent over the forecast period. The infrastructure as a service market has great potential and opportunities. With the growing demand for construction projects, there is a need to expand the production of metal rolled structural elements like tubes, pipes, beams and channels. This ensures that projects are executed professionally and meet architectural design requirements. The Faccin Group is a leading company in Europe with a strong track record of delivering advanced metal rolling and forming machines. Its machines provide numerous benefits, including enhanced productivity, precision, repeatability and ease of use for operators of all skill levels. The company is committed to ensuring that its customers can fully capitalise on the extensive advantages offered by its innovative portfolio. The group provides state-of-the art tube bending solutions that are Faccin Angle Roll RCMI for tube, profile and beam bending

Roundo Angle Roll R Series for profile and tube bending

round and square tubes, which is why the series comes complete with custom-designed shaped rolls tailored to accommodate tubes of any size. The Roundo ® R and the Faccin ® RCMI series are prepared for spiral bending. The group also offers tube forming machines for the oil & gas industry and HVAC sector. The HAV-2P series is a cutting edge pipeline bending roll range that enhances productivity, repeatability and manufacturing process automation. Designed to flawlessly roll plates up to 45mm thick, these top-of-the-line machines are ideal for manufacturing pipelines up to 18m long. The HCU has a unique construction system combined with a sturdy structure, ensuring precision and reliability in plate rolling. The Faccin HCU series is ideal for bending thin plates (0.2 to 5mm) with widths of 500 to 2,000mm, achieving a small bending diameter (less than 80mm). For over 60 years, the Faccin Group has remained at the forefront of the metal forming industry, positioning itself as a an important company in the manufacture of high quality metal forming machines. The group’s commitment and dedication to excellence are shown through its three leading brands – Faccin ® , Boldrini ® , and Roundo ® , which offer an array of plate rolls, angle rolls, dished end lines and integrated solutions for rolling, bending and forming metal sheets, profiles and heads.

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