Unison Tube Bending Blog: Precision Tube bending for Aerospace and MRO

In aerospace manufacturing and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul), precision isn’t just important – it’s critical.

Hydraulic lines, fuel systems, structural components—everything must be spot-on. That’s where Unison Ltd comes in.

Why Precision Bending Matters in Aerospace & MRO

Aerospace parts don’t allow for guesswork. A fraction of a millimetre off, and you’re looking at inefficiencies, wasted materials, or worse – safety concerns. MRO teams face the added challenge of working against the clock to keep aircraft flying.

Unison’s all-electric tube bending machines offer the accuracy, repeatability, and control needed to get it right first time, every time.

Whether it’s bending exotic metals like titanium and Inconel or handling tight-radius bends, our machines deliver the precision aerospace demands.

We also eliminate trial and error with Unison’s Laser Springback technology.

This feature precisely measures material springback after bending, automatically adjusting for the perfect final angle – critical for achieving tight tolerances in aerospace components.

Trusting Unison

At British Airways’ in-house MRO facility, Unison’s bending machines help manufacture complex tubular parts faster and with absolute precision. This means:

• Quicker repairs – No waiting on external suppliers.
• Cost savings – Full control over quality and output.
• Consistent accuracy – Meeting aviation standards without compromise.

When BA needed a bending solution for their MRO division, they came to us. More on that in our case study here.

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Aerospace Manufacturing is Changing - We’re Ready

The industry is moving towards lighter, more efficient aircraft, and that means working with new materials and tighter tolerances.

Our machines are already at the heart of projects like GKN Aerospace’s Global Technology Centre, where the next generation of aircraft components is being developed.

What Sets Unison Apart?

? All-Electric Precision – No hydraulics, no drift, just repeatable accuracy.

? Handles Complex Shapes – From tight-radius bends to multi-plane parts, no problem.

? Works with Aerospace Materials – Titanium, stainless steel, Inconel—whatever you need.

? Laser Springback Compensation – Eliminates guesswork and ensures exact bending accuracy.

? Low-Volume, High-Value Capability – Reduce waste and maximize efficiency when working with expensive materials.

? Seamless Integration – Works with CAD/CAM and scanning tech for a fully digital setup.

Let’s Talk

Whether you’re manufacturing new aerospace components or keeping existing fleets in the air, Unison’s tube bending machines give you the precision and reliability you need.

Interested? Let’s chat – [email protected]