Advanced Solutions for Efficient Tube Processing

At Tube 2026, taking place from April 13 to 17, Schwarze-Robitec is setting clear priorities: automation and high performance are at the center of the company’s trade fair presence. With the powerful CNC 80 E TB MR and the Robibend 40 – an integrated robotics solution for flexible tube processing – the tube bending specialist demonstrates how modern production processes can be designed to be precise, versatile, and efficient. The new booth concept additionally highlights the company’s growing focus on shipbuilding applications.

Whether state-of-the-art CNC technology or intelligent robotic integration – Schwarze‑Robitec will once again showcase in Düsseldorf its wide range of high-performance tube processing solutions. The CNC 80 E TB MR from the High-Performance Series will impressively demonstrate how high throughput and maximum process stability work together. The machine bends tubes with an outer diameter of up to 80 millimeters and is particularly suited for applications in the automotive industry. Its CNC-controlled drive technology ensures short cycle times and supports high production volumes with consistently precise repeatability. This makes the machine an ideal solution for cost-efficient series production where performance, reliability, and reproducible quality are essential.

Flexible Robotic Integration for Complex Geometries

A key highlight presented by Schwarze‑Robitec is the Robibend 40. The machine combines a bending head and a robotic system into a fully integrated unit that can be programmed via a shared control system – with no separate teaching process required. The specially developed gripper system aligns the tube with rotational precision. The robot can move the workpiece freely in space and feed it into the tool at various angles. As a result, highly flexible bending sequences are possible – far beyond what conventional configurations can achieve. This is a clear advantage for complex geometries, such as those used in electromobility. A busbar component will be bent live at the trade show to demonstrate the system’s capabilities. With this level of integration, the Robibend 40 sets a new benchmark in its performance class. The new NxG 2.0 control generation further expands the concept with modern automation and operator functions.

Focusing on the Growing Shipbuilding Market

In addition to electromobility, automation, and customized production for small and large series, Schwarze‑Robitec is increasingly turning its attention to shipbuilding – a rapidly expanding industry where high-performance tube systems play a crucial role. This strategic focus is visually emphasized by the new booth concept, which is based on modular 10-foot shipping containers. The clear design reference to the maritime sector highlights the heavy‑duty solutions Schwarze‑Robitec develops for demanding shipbuilding applications. As part of the growth-oriented Daum Business Development GmbH & Co. KG group, the company is also looking to the future with financial stability and clear growth targets.

Visitors to Tube 2026 can explore the technological innovations at booth E 31 in hall 5.