United Team Mechanical –
A fully electric CNC bender for
faster, repeatable, efficient production
The Challenge
ITEC used our best-fit-bender approach to align with UTM’s goals, sourcing an all-electric CNC tube bender configured for their exact application. We prioritized quick delivery, securing the machine, double-stack tooling for 5/8″ and 7/8″ half-hard copper, and a clean CAD-to-bend workflow from STEP files. We handled selection, procurement, installation, and hands-on training in about 3 to 4 weeks so UTM could achieve repeatable geometry at scale with minimal waste and minimal changeovers.
With the right machine and our applications support, UTM moved production off-site into plug-and-play kits that cut on-site labor and standardized quality across identical builds. The solution also supported their joint strategy, enabling half-hard copper with press-fit ACR fittings to reduce brazed connections without sacrificing speed, consistency, or field-ready reliability.
All‑electric platform:
High speed, repeatable motion control and quick programming from CAD.
Double‑stack tools:
No time lost swapping dies between 5/8″ and 7/8″.
Press‑fit strategy:
Long runs with fewer joints and no brazing for prefab efficiency.
Kitted logistics:
Pre‑bent, insulated, and racked assemblies simplified shipping and installation.
“Brian, Gus, and the ITEC team were phenomenal, super knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly helpful in getting us bending quickly.”
Jordan, United Team Mechanical
Repeatability
CAD-driven programs produced identical modules from a single digital master across every run.
Offsite Labor
Fully kitted, pre-racked subassemblies arrived labeled and ready, cutting on-site hours to a quick install.
No Changeovers
Dual-stack dies handled 5/8″ and 7/8″ sizes back-to-back, keeping production continuous.
Quality Control
Closed-loop, all-electric motion and automated sequencing eliminated human variability and rework.
Workforce Dilemma
Retirements are accelerating, new hires take years to train, and skilled labor shortages keep tightening. By bringing bending in-house with ITEC’s fully electric CNC technology, the team reduced dependence on third parties and highly seasoned field crews while delivering faster, smarter results at lower cost.
At ITEC, it’s not about selling another machine—it’s about the experience to deliver the competitive advantage. With the world’s largest range of CNC tube, pipe, and profile benders and more than 300 years of collective bending experience, we help contractors and manufacturers:
- Accelerate deployment with prefabrication
- Reduce reliance on scarce labor through automation
- Take control of production in-house
- Cut costs by eliminating rework and outsourcing
Find Your Best-Fit-Bender
with Expert Guidance
Schedule a consultation with ITEC President Brian Julien to discuss your bending application. This is your first step toward finding the right machine—not just what’s available, but what truly fits your needs. Experience matters, and we’re here to help you get it right from the start.
512.642.8773
brianj@itectube.com
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