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September 18, 2012

Watermill Group acquires Fine Tubes, Superior Tube

Private investment firm The Watermill Group, Lexington, Mass., has acquired Fine Tubes Ltd. in Plymouth, U.K., and Superior Tube Co. Inc. in Collegeville, Pa., from Superior Group Inc., a privately owned industrial holding company. Watermill will... Read more...

Article

February 1, 2012

Evaluating drawing lubricants

For drawing tube or pipe, a lubricant must be able to withstand extreme pressures and significant heat buildup. A lubricant without these characteristics can lead to ID scratches and a draw force that increases rapidly. In extreme cases, the... Read more...

Article

July 11, 2011

HPTR's past, present, and future—Part II

These two tubes show the range of a single HPTR mill, model 8-15. Named for final sizes of tube (in metric), the machine allows a maximum OD between 8 and 15 millimeters, while still providing great reductions in wall thickness. The brochure... Read more...

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June 18, 2011

HPTR’s past, present, and future — Part I

Editor's Note: This article is the first of a two-part series. Part I examines the development, design, and functions of the high-precision tube roller (HPTR). Part II will discuss the HPTR's current role and modern applications. Figure 1... Read more...

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May 4, 2004

Metallurgical aspects of tube production

The metallurgical aspects of small-diameter tubing (5/8 inch and smaller) can be divided into three categories: Raw material characteristics Process design and control Finished tube inspection and testing These aspects are linked to and... Read more...