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Tube Fabricating Services

Tube and pipe fabrication involves sawing, bending, and end forming tubes and pipes for different uses using a variety of materials. The fabrication process can also involve grooving and threading.
Midland Metal Products offers a wide range
of tube fabrication services.

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WHAT WE HAVE DONE WITH TUBE FABRICATION

Choose Midland Metal Products For Tube Fabricating

Midland Metal Products provides tube fabricating for a variety of industries and applications. We are proud to say our tube manufacturing services are the first choice for businesses in the area. We customize our manufacturing process to your specifications, with tube bending, cutting, flaring, powder coating, and more.

Our team goes over the particulars, from what type of metal to the size, shape, and style, to give your business the displays it needs to draw eyes. You can choose from aluminum, steel, stainless steel, or additional options upon request, giving you ultimate control over the finished product.

Tube Products We Fabricate

Our company knows the ins and outs of the tube fabrication business, and we’ve got you covered if you need:

  • Metal grooved tubes
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Contemporary fixtures
  • Bicycle frames
  • Tent frames
  • Steel handrails

Our team strives to create the fixtures you need, assembling, processing, and custom-fitting them to be sure they work for your application.

Our Tube Fabrication Services

Tube fabricating is a detailed process, and it starts with the design. Our technicians will sit down with you to understand your needs and create a concept. Once we have finalized the design, outlined the manufacturing process, and satisfied you and our team, we get to work.

First, we decide what materials to use. Each type of metal has unique qualities, so the finished piece you want will determine the material we use. Sheet metal and custom steel tubing are the primary materials we use for tubing, but we can also use copper, aluminum, titanium, and more. It’s your choice, but our experts will help you through the thought process for the best results.

Tube Bending

Once the tubes have been formed, we bend them into the correct shape using either a hot or cold process, depending on the material and specifics of the job. L, U, S, and coil bends are the most requested, but we can custom-bend a tube to fit your needs.

Tube Cutting

Rotary cutting, shear cutting, and saw cutting are all methods to cut the tube into shape once we have bent it into the proper shape. Rotary cutting does not wear away at the material as much as a saw and is a common process for large production.

Tube Flaring

Flaring opens up the end of the tube to make the inside wall more accessible. Different material flares more or less, but 30 to 40% is the typical shape clients ask for. Wall thickness also determines how much a tube will flare.

Finishing

The final step is polishing, annealing, sanding, powder coating, and plating, with the finishings depending on the piece. Throughout every step, our technicians have the end piece in mind, ready to exceed your expectations.

Industries We Work With

Whatever your metal needs are, we can help you. We support all businesses and have designed tubes and pipes for various companies, including:

  • Retail
  • Food and Beverage
  • Office Supplies
  • Health and Beauty
  • Electronics
  • Home Improvement

Whatever you specialize in, we can make fixtures and tubes to match.

Why Midland Metal Products for Custom Steel Tubing

We are the top tube supplier in the Hammond area and the ultimate professional team for manufacturing steel tubes. We’ve been in business for almost 100 years, working on our professionalism, techniques, and skillsets daily, so operations run smoothly. With our custom-fitted tubes and pipes, you can maximize your space and tailor each tube to your purpose.

If you need fixtures, displays, or tube fabricating for your storefront, contact Midland Metal Products at (773) 927-5700), and we can start the process.

FAQ

Tube fabrication is creating tubes from metal or other materials. This can be done through various methods, including drawing, rolling, extrusion, and welding.

Tube fabrication is used in various automotive, aerospace, and medical industries. The tubes created through this process can be used for various purposes, including fuel lines, air conditioning systems, and medical tubing.

The most common types of tube and pipe fabrication are bending, flaring, welding, and crimping.

Bending shapes a metal tube or pipe by compressing it at one or more points. Flaring is the process of expanding the diameter of a metal tube or pipe at one or more points along its length. Welding is the process of permanently joining two pieces of metal by heating them to the point where they fuse. Crimping is the process of permanently joining two pieces of metal by squeezing their edges together with a special tool.

Fabricating tubes and pipes can be a difficult task, as there are a few challenges that need to be considered. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring that the tubes and pipes have the correct dimensions and are free from defects. It is important to use precision equipment and rigorous quality control measures.

Another challenge when fabricating tubes and pipes is ensuring that they are properly welded together. If the welds are not done correctly, it can lead to leaks or other defects in the tubing or piping system. By using experienced welders and quality welding equipment, these risks can be minimized.

Finally, it is important to consider the environmental conditions in which the tubing or piping will be used.

There will always be a need for pipe and tube fabricators because their products are used in various industries, including construction, manufacturing, and energy production. In addition, the demand for these products is increasing as the world’s population continues to grow. So, the need for pipe and tube fabricators will continue well into the future.

Requesting an estimate for tube bending or cutting is easy. Simply send us a message through our contact form on our website, and we will be happy to provide you with a free quote.

Midland Metal Products employs various tube-bending methods, including mandrel and rotary draw bending. In both methods, the tube is placed over a bend die or form and then drawn through a series of small dies or rolls. This stretches the metal around the die, causing it to bend.

The fabrication process can also involve grooving and threading. Grooving creates a groove in the side of the tubing, while threading adds a thread to the outside. This allows for connections to be made between different pieces of tubing or with fittings.

It depends on the size and thickness of the tube, as well as the type of cut and bends you’re looking to make. Generally speaking, it can take a few minutes to an hour or more to properly cut and bend a tube.

We offer a variety of materials and tube profiles to suit your needs. Our materials include aluminum, brass, copper, and steel, and our tube profiles include circular, rectangular, and square tubing. We can also provide custom tubing if you do not see what you are looking for on our website.

Please visit our website or contact us today for more information on our materials and tube profiles. We would be happy to help you find the perfect solution for your project.

The ideal coatings for tube fabrication protect against corrosion and wear. A good coating can also withstand high temperatures and harsh environments. Some of the most common coatings for this purpose include chrome, nickel, and stainless steel.

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