R&B Machining’s ECOForm eRB80 IO+IO tube end former is all-electric

R&B Machining Inc. has introduced a new line of all-electric tube end forming machines. The eRB80 IO+IO is the first in the line of ECOForm™ all-electric, digitally controlled, servo tube end forming machines that eliminate the use of hydraulic oil and reduce operating costs.

The end former handles tube diameters up to 3.1 in. with standard tooling and up to 3.9 in. with heavy-duty tooling, with maximum wall thickness of 0.079 in. These machines offer velocity and force control for precision forming, while maintaining the same speed and force capabilities of traditional hydraulic machines.

The unit can be used for precision sizing, diameter expansions or reductions, ram forming, flaring, notching, and shearing. Base machine models are available in tube diameter capacities of 3.1, 5.9, and 9.8 in., with several options available. It is available in single- and multihead configurations.