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Tube Bending Services

We provide high-quality tube & pipe bending services for companies across the UK.

Protopipe are a leading tube manipulation company, with 50 years of experience in providing expert pipe bending services. We specialise in low volume tube forming and prototypes, equipped with the latest CNC tube-bending machines that allow us to produce accurate results no matter the complexity of the design.

Tube manipulation service

Custom CNC Tube Bending

Our CNC tube bending machines deliver exceptional accuracy for both simple and complex projects. By automating the bending process, we can ensure consistency on every project, from small production runs to larger orders.

Working from technical drawings, CAD files or samples, we provide bespoke tube bending solutions tailored to your requirements. Whether you need a one-off prototype, small production batch or ongoing manufacturing support, we offer a flexible service built around quality, efficiency and reliability.

Our CNC tube bending capabilities include:

  • Precision bends with tight tolerances
  • Consistent repeatability across production runs
  • Prototype and low-volume manufacturing
  • Batch production services
  • Complex formed tube components
  • Fast turnaround times
  • Quality checked components before delivery

Materials We Work With

Steel, Stainless Steel & Aluminium Tubing

We regularly work with a variety of materials, including steel, stainless steel and aluminium. We also provide copper tube bending and brass tube bending. Each material offers different benefits in terms of strength,m weight and corrosion, allowing us to support a wide range of applications and industries.

Industries We Support

We support businesses across a wide range of industries, providing precision tube bending solutions for both prototype and production requirements. Our team works with manufacturers, engineers and commercial clients who require reliable, high-quality tube manipulation tailored to specific applications and technical specifications.

Whether the requirement is for lightweight aluminium components, durable stainless steel tubing or complex formed sections, we can adapt our manufacturing processes to suit a variety of project demands. From general engineering and industrial manufacturing through to transport and specialist applications, we provide flexible support backed by consistent quality and precision.

Tube Bending Process

From Design to Finished Component

  • Step 1: Initial Enquiry & Requirements Review
    We review your enquiry, drawings, CAD files, or samples to understand the technical requirements, material type, and application.
  • Step 2: Technical Assessment
    Our engineering team assesses feasibility, bending tolerances, and the most efficient manufacturing approach for your component.
  • Step 3: Programming & Setup
    We programme our CNC tube bending machines using your specifications to ensure precise angles, radii, and repeatability.
  • Step 4: Production
    A first-off component is produced and checked against the required specifications to confirm accuracy before full production begins. Once approved, we manufacture the required batch, maintaining consistency across all components.
  • Step 5: Quality Inspection
    Every part is checked against quality standards and dimensional requirements to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Step 6: Finishing & Delivery
    Components are prepared for delivery and supplied ready for integration into your project or assembly process.

Our pipe bending and tube manipulation equipment includes:

  • Addison BB19 CBC Benders 19mm Max Diameter
  • Addison DB40 CNC Bender 40mm Max Diameter X2
  • Addison BB63 CNC Bender 63.5mm Max Diameter
  • BLM 30 Swing CNC Tube Bender 30mm Max Diameter
  • SOCO SB20X3 CNC Tube Bender 20mm Max Diameter
  • Comac Ring Rolling Machine 50.8mm Max Diameter
  • CSM 38CNC 2 Stack CNC Bender with Push Bend Capability 38.1mm Max Diameter
  • Portable Digital Readout Hand Bender
  • Onsite Hydraulic Tube Bender

With a team of experienced engineers utilising the CNC machinery, we have become a market leader in tube and pipe forming, renowned for our quality and reliability.

We ensure all of our work goes through stringent quality control checks and we are quality assured to ISO 9001-2008.

Why Choose Our Tube Bending Services