TBI Manufacturing Ltd has long been recognised as one of the UK’s leading tube manipulation, laser cutting, and fabrication companies. Operating from multiple facilities in Mildenhall, Suffolk, TBI serves highly demanding sectors including Automotive, Agriculture, Earth Moving, Medical, and Transport. To maintain their commitment to delivering right-first-time, quality engineered solutions, TBI has recently expanded their capabilities by installing the AMOB eMOB 80.
The Machine: Why the eMOB 80?
The AMOB eMOB series represents the pinnacle of fully electric CNC tube bending technology. Unlike traditional hydraulic systems, fully-electric tube benders are the most energy-efficient machines on the market. Their servo electric motors offer the highest rate of energy efficiency, only drawing power when needed while providing immediate torque. Furthermore, these machines produce minimal noise and negligible heat, ensuring a superior and eco-friendly working environment.
Application Context & Production Benefits for TBI
For a subcontractor like TBI, versatility and precision are non-negotiable. The integration of the eMOB 80 directly impacts their bottom line through several critical manufacturing advantages:
- Uncompromising Accuracy: The electronic motion control system ensures that absolute servo motors synchronise the speed and movement of every axis to perfection[cite: 2]. This guarantees that TBI can consistently deliver complex, high-tolerance components for the medical and aerospace sectors without deviations.
- Waste Reduction on Premium Materials: The eMOB 80 is equipped with newly updated, user-friendly AMOB 3D software. Features like anti-collision simulation and in-cycle spring-back compensation prevent trial-and-error operations. This drastically reduces setup times and eliminates material waste during tooling changeovers—a massive commercial advantage when working with expensive, premium materials.
- Boosted Productivity: With shorter cycle times, zero fluid leaks, and minimal maintenance procedures, the eMOB 80 ensures that TBI’s production lines remain operational and highly profitable.
TBI Manufacturing’s investment in the eMOB 80 is a testament to their forward-thinking approach and dedication to technological excellence. At AMOB UK, we are incredibly proud to support their continued growth, supplying cutting-edge machinery that keeps UK manufacturing at the forefront of global innovation.
