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Five Tips to Develop Custom Bends

Both art and science contribute to successful results
For custom bending of metal tube and pipe, there are several standards that can help make your project a success. Whether you’re an industry veteran or just getting started in your career, we hope that you will find these tips to be a helpful... read more
 
Posted by Friday, December 6, 2019 1:56:00 PM

Pipe or Tube: What is The Difference?

Learn the key terms and measurement guidelines
Both pipe and tube have two important measurements: The outside diameter (O.D.) and the wall thickness. The most important difference between the two is the terminology used when calling out the proper “name” when referring to the size of material... read more
 
Posted by Wednesday, October 16, 2019 11:00:00 AM

Video: Process and Technology for Successful Pipe and Tube Bending

Sharpe Products featured on Tube & Pipe Journal broadcast
Owner of Sharpe Products, Paul Krickeberg, discusses various pipe and tube bending processes including 3D-free-form, compression, rotary draw, and roll bending with TPJ's Eric Lundin. TPJ TVs: Tube Bending With Sharpe Products read more
 
Posted by Wednesday, April 6, 2016 3:11:00 PM

Outdoor Structural Centerpiece Produced For Watlow

Custom tube forming created sphere for exterior sculpture
Some people believe that tube and pipe is primarily used for industrial purposes. While this is true, our custom formed tube has also been used in a variety of sculptures. One example is the globe structure outside of Watlow, north of Chicago.... read more
 
Posted by Monday, November 11, 2013 1:47:00 PM