2016-07-08 14:33
Reliable waterjet cutting services allow our clients to take care of their part fabrication needs regardless of what industry or hobbies you need them for. Pro-Tools provides fabricators and… Read More
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2016-05-31 17:04
The industrial hole saw notcher is designed to save you time and make your life easier. While this device was being designed, it had one major audience in mind: circle track metalworkers. Re… Read More
2016-05-04 17:44
Many metalworkers tend to stick to the old times of manually doing everything. This honesty to the art form, while admirable, is not very efficient and can lead to bodily stress. Instead of… Read More
2016-05-02 14:21
With the plethora of dies for tube and pipe benders available, deciding which to use for your project can be intimidating. With a little help from the experts at Pro-Tools, you will be metal… Read More
2016-04-29 16:23
Tube and pipe notchers are becoming increasingly popular amongst metal workers, whether you’re in the workplace or a hobbyist. These tools are easy to use and provide accurate cuts to… Read More
2016-04-29 16:16
Any metal worker knows bead rolling is a hard task. It may not be complicated, but a big job can require long hours of dedicated focus to get the right shape. There’s a hefty portion o… Read More
2016-04-25 15:24
When it comes to kicking productivity up a notch in the shop, there’s no simpler way than by investing in hydraulic tube and pipe benders. Instead of having to mold each piece manually… Read More
2016-04-20 20:00
Tube and pipe bending software will release you from the day-to-day monotony and routine. It will free you and let you focus your attention on something enjoyable. So, how exactly can comput… Read More
2016-04-15 15:05
Every business-savvy individual knows the key to success lies in increasing production speeds while maintaining, or improving upon, the quality of results. This holds true for metalworking a… Read More
2016-04-04 19:25
When it comes to distinguishing your products from the rest, there is no better way to do so than by getting top-notch sheet metal fabrication tools for your workshop. Getting a leg up on eq… Read More
2016-03-30 17:19
Without using proper bead rolling equipment, your metal plates are losing out on added strength and rigidity. When worked, these thin metal plates begin to accumulate heat, which can cause w… Read More
2016-03-21 16:20
When working with metal, it’s crucial to have the best tube and pipe bending equipment. This is a task that you will regularly perform, whether it’s producing a run of similar of… Read More
2016-03-18 16:53
Every metalworker will have to be highly skilled and knowledgeable about sheet metal fabrication techniques and tools. When working with material that bends, folds, and warps due to processi… Read More
2016-03-15 13:26
Do you have a complicated drawing that must be transformed into a solid part for a project in Tampa? Are you wondering how to turn a digital design into an animate object? The answer is wate… Read More
2016-03-08 16:56
Finding the right tube and pipe notchers can make the world of a difference in your workshop. By investing in this tried and tested piece of machinery, you will be notching and cutting like… Read More
2016-02-11 15:12
Pipe bending can be long, strenuous work. It requires focus, diligence, and strength over a long period of time. Metalworkers spend hours sweating away as they work, but that end-of-the-day… Read More
2016-02-08 19:00
Some metalworkers are uncertain about the benefits of pipe notchers. If you don’t know about the numerous advantages this system provides, then buying one may seem like a hefty investm… Read More
2016-01-28 18:55
Pro-Tools is the leading expert when it comes to waterjet cutting and CNC (computer numeric control) services in the Tampa area. Our services are used all over the country by top companies i… Read More
2016-01-28 18:55
Pro-Tools is the leading manufacturer and expert when it comes to waterjet cutting and CNC (computer numeric control) tools in the Tampa area. Our systems are used all over the country by to… Read More
2015-06-25 16:48
No doubt you’ve heard people say that metalworking is “more of an art than a science.” If you’ve ever watched the learned hands of a bonafide craftsman piece together… Read More
2015-05-13 17:20
If you don’t take care of your backing block, it won’t take care of you. If you don’t keep your backing block clean, free of debris, and well-greased or you don’t cle… Read More
2015-05-06 17:33
Ever bend a tube, taken it out of the bender, and found it wasn’t the angle you bend to? Relax. Your bender isn’t broken. The die isn’t machined improperly. This is suppose… Read More
2015-04-22 17:55
When it comes to selecting a centerline radius (CLR) for a die, there are two things to consider: minimum wall thickness specifications and design. Figuring out the minimum wall thickness sp… Read More
2015-04-15 18:12
Have you ever made two bends in a stick of tubing and when you put it on the floor, one leg is higher than the other? The first time it happened, you thought maybe you looked at the level w… Read More
2015-02-06 20:18
Center-line Radius (CLR)
When referring to the radius of a die, we are referring to the center-line radius (CLR) that results from bending. CLR is the distance from the center of curvature t… Read More
2015-02-06 20:05
TYPES OF TUBING Mechanical Tubing refers to tubing that has been produced by the electric resistance welding (ERW) process that is provided in the state in which it leaves the welder, with o… Read More
2015-02-06 20:04
Which Bend-Tech is Right for me?
Must have BendTech SE if:
Your bender has a rotary index table.
Some of your parts have more than one radius.
You receive XYZ data from your customers or eng… Read More
2015-02-06 19:46
Which Pro-Tools bender is right for me?
The Pro-Tools 105 Standard Duty Bender might be right for you if:
You don’t work with anything bigger than 1-3/4… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The term “MADE IN THE U.S.A.” was a staple in american retail outlets thoughout the 1980′s and 1990′s. With China’s increased production and extremely low curre… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Machines to produce tube bends started at the beginning of the industrial age. Since that time many advances have been made in terms of machinery and technology. The tools we use are far mor… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The old adage ” If your not moving foward, you are getting left behind” is a saying that will hold true forever. We live in a society that demands constant improvement and innova… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Everything needs a good compliment. Peanut Butter has Jelly, The crashing waves have the warm sand, and even in our world of metal fabrication the tube bender has a tube notcher. The notcher… Read More
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