Top 5 Problems CNC Tube Benders Solve
Why Modern Manufacturing Depends on CNC Tube Benders CNC tube benders are critical to modern manufacturing, where complex geometries, tighter tolerances, and advanced materials demand precise, repeatable tube forming. Used across automotive, aerospace, HVAC, medical, and industrial applications, these systems employ multi-axis servo control, synchronized motion profiles, and real-time feedback to maintain consistent bend quality. Universal […]
CNC Laser Cutting vs. CNC Routing for Metal Fabrication
For custom metal fab shops, a reliable cutting machine is a must. And when your shop’s future is on the line, your success can ultimately ride on making the right investment in your machinery. In today’s blog, we’re going to be comparing 2 popular cutting machines for sheet metal: CNC routers, and CNC fiber laser […]
Exploring the Benefits of Laser Cutting Compared to Waterjet and Plasma Cutting
Laser cutting, plasma cutting, and waterjet cutting are all viable methods to cut sheet metal. So, how do you choose the right one for your shop before you invest in new equipment? In this guide we’ll be covering the advantages and limitations of each technology so that you can select the best option to serve […]
Employee Spotlight Matt Becker
In this month’s Employee Spotlight, we’re excited to highlight Matt Becker, a Service Technician at UTE who brings deep experience, dedication, and a positive, can-do attitude to the team every day. Matt has been with UTE for three years and has nearly 15 years of hands-on experience working with industrial equipment. Known for his reliability […]
Feature in The Fabricator
UTE was recently featured in the Tube and Pipe Journal’s The Fabricator. Read an excerpt below. Read an excerpt from The Fabricator magazine below. Understanding tube bender axis positions can help solve problems How metalworking shop can spot the causes of changing leg lengths in bent tube By Jay Robinson | January 3, 2023 Fred […]
Recap FABTECH 2022
A Recap of FABTECH 2022 in Atlanta, Ga. A little over a week ago, Universal Tool & Engineering wrapped up another successful FABTECH show. The FABTECH Expo is the biggest event for our industry and a great place to see new technology on display. For FABTECH 2022, our booth featured an automated tube bender workcell […]
Thanksgiving Team Celebration
Happy Thanksgiving from the UTE Team Our UTE team celebrated the upcoming Thanksgiving holidays with some yummy BBQ from Red Pig. How do you kick off the season of thankfulness with your team?