The Metal Shop is a premier provider of advanced tube bending services for the greater Chicago area, in addition to catering to industries nationwide. With over two decades of experience and a commitment to precision, The Metal Shop offers a comprehensive suite of metal fabrication solutions designed to meet diverse project requirements.​

Advanced Tube Bending Capabilities

The Metal Shop utilizes state-of-the-art CNC equipment to deliver precise and complex tube bending services:​

• ITEC StarBender: This all-electric, 3D Freeform CNC bender with interpolation capabilities allows for intricate multi-bend formations without the need for additional tooling or re-clamping. It's ideal for thin-wall steel tubing up to 1.75" OD, commonly used in furniture and framed structures. ​themetalshopp.com+1themetalshopp.com+1

• Eaton Leonard CNC Mandrel Bender: Designed for heavier gauge materials, this machine handles tubing up to 3" OD, making it suitable for structural applications requiring multiple bends on a single piece. ​

Precision Tube Rolling Services

For projects requiring sweeping curves or circular formations, The Metal Shop offers advanced tube rolling services:

• Arkus CNC Roll Benders: These Swiss-made machines are renowned for their accuracy and flexibility, capable of rolling round tubing up to 4" and square tubing up to 6". They can handle various profiles, including square, rectangular, obround, and angle materials, facilitating the creation of coils, circles, and large arcs. 

Specialized Tube Swaging

The Metal Shop's tube swaging services are ideal for applications requiring diameter reductions without compromising structural integrity:​

• Finn-Power P32 VS23 Swaging Machine: This equipment handles tubes ranging from 4mm to 87mm, efficiently reducing outside diameters for materials like aluminum, copper, and thin-wall steel. The cold swaging process is quick, cost-effective, and chipless. ​t

Manual Tube Bending Solutions

For custom or smaller-scale projects, The Metal Shop provides manual tube bending services:​

• Manual Bending Machines: A selection of hand-operated benders is available for specific applications, such as building roll cages, handrails, furniture, gates, sculptures, or automotive exhaust systems.

Materials and Industries Served

The Metal Shop works with a variety of materials, including:​

• Metals: Steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and copper​

• Applications: Automotive, aerospace, construction, furniture manufacturing, HVAC, and more​

Their expertise ensures that each project, regardless of complexity or scale, is executed with precision and efficiency.​

Connect with The Metal Shop

With a standard project lead time of four weeks—significantly faster than the industry average—The Metal Shop is equipped to handle your tube bending and rolling needs promptly. For tube bending services in Chicago, or nationwide, contact us today.