Automated Tube Bending with transfluid tBend & TRUMPF
Modern tube fabrication is about creating a seamless, connected workflow. Transfluid tBend CNC tube bending systems and TRUMPF laser tube cutting machines come together to form a complete, automated solution for tube processing.
As TRUMPF’s partner for tube forming automation, transfluid bridges the gap between cutting and bending. And with Maintecx, you get expert planning, integration, and service support from a single source.
The partnership between TRUMPF and transfluid creates a highly flexible production system that can:
Cut raw tube stock into labeled, weld-aligned, and feature-ready parts
Transfer, identify, and position tubes for bending with no manual handoff
Execute complex mandrel bends using programmable, all-electric machines
Form, punch, or collar tubes using a variety of forming tools and techniques
Whether installed as stand-alone machines or integrated into a fully automated cell, these systems work together to streamline cycle times, reduce rework, and improve consistency, especially in high-mix environments.
Complete Tube Processing Starts with Collaboration
What Is transfluid tBend?
transfluid’s tBend line features CNC-controlled, all-electric mandrel-bending machines engineered for flexibility, precision, and repeatability. Designed to handle materials from mild steel to high-strength alloys, tBend machines are ready for both batch production and just-in-time single-piece flow.
Key Capabilities:
Right/Left Bending with 360° rotation for complex part geometries
Multi-radius bending on one part without manual tooling changes
Tight-radius forming with mandrel support for thin-walled or intricate tube shapes
Fully programmable axes for length, rotation, and angle control
Bending of round, oval, square, and custom profiles
From Laser Cut to Final Bend: How It Works
The TRUMPF + transfluid workflow starts with laser tube cutting, where features like holes, slots, miters, and weld seams are identified and cut with high precision. From there, the integration kicks in:
Workflow Integration:
Cutting & Labeling: TRUMPF’s TruLaser Tube systems cut and label parts, preparing them for tracking and forming.
Seam Detection & Alignment: Laser-cut seam orientation ensures proper weld placement for bending and forming.
Automated Transfer: Tubes are automatically fed into the tBend machine via robots, conveyors, or handling systems like tMotion.
Accurate Bending: transfluid tBend machines use stored part data to execute high-precision bends in real time.
Post-Processing: Bent parts can be passed on for collaring, punching, or final 3D laser processing using TRUMPF’s TruLaser Cell systems.
The entire system can be managed through centralized software with support for nesting optimization, part traceability, and seamless data flow between machines.
Automation, Flexibility & Smart Integration
Whether you’re producing repeat parts or custom one-offs, the tBend + TRUMPF system offers unmatched flexibility:
tMotion handling robots for part loading/unloading
Automatic tool changeovers and profile adaptation
Material variation compensation to get the first part right
Real-time data exchange between laser, bending, and forming operations
Fully scalable configurations for small, medium, or large-scale production
This system eliminates the “in-between” bottlenecks that eat up time, labor, and budget on traditional shop floors.
Built for High-Precision Industries
The TRUMPF + transfluid combination is ideal for any operation that relies on repeatable, high-spec tube parts. Industries we support include:
Automotive: seat frames, fluid lines, structural supports
Aerospace: hydraulic and fuel lines, precision tube frames
HVAC/Mechanical: manifolds, duct framing, heat exchanger tubing
Construction: guardrails, framework, structural tubes
Furniture & Medical: ergonomically bent designs, clean tube layouts
These systems can bend, cut, and form materials ranging from carbon steel to stainless steel, aluminum, and exotic alloys.
Why Work with Maintecx?
As the exclusive TRUMPF dealer in multiple states and the official integrator for transfluid automation in the U.S., Maintecx is your one-stop partner for everything from machine selection to complete cell design.
We provide:
Hands-on guidance to assess your current workflow
Support across TRUMPF and transfluid product lines
Centralized project management and implementation
Post-installation training, maintenance, and growth planning
Whether you’re adding a tBend machine to your TRUMPF setup or building a full tube automation system from scratch, our team is here to help you get it done.
Start Automating Your Tube Production
Get faster cycle times with fewer manual steps with smarter, more scalable systems. Let’s talk about your current setup, goals, and how a TRUMPF + transfluid integration can upgrade your workflow today.