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LS Manufacturing offers rapid and accurate quotes for hydroforming projects. With a diverse selection of materials, surface finishing options, and high-precision forming capabilities, our quoting system delivers tailored and competitive pricing within minutes to meet your specific needs.
Over 30 Material Options: Form metals like stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, and titanium, achieving lightweight, durable, and strong components suitable for various industries.
20+ Surface Finishing Options: Enhance your parts with finishing processes like anodizing, powder coating, polishing, and plating, with lead times averaging 3-7 days for optimal performance and aesthetics.
Precision Up to ±0.1mm: Achieve tight tolerances and smooth, precise surfaces for complex shapes and detailed parts, ensuring all components meet exact specifications.
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ISO 9001:2015,ISO 13485:2016,AS9100D and lATF 16949:2016 Certified
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At LS Manufacturing, we specialize in hydroforming services, offering innovative solutions for shaping metal components with precision and efficiency. Our ISO 9001:2015 certified processes utilize advanced hydroforming technology to create complex, lightweight structures with excellent strength and durability. This method is particularly effective for materials such as aluminum, steel, and other alloys, allowing for intricate shapes that minimize material waste and reduce production costs. Whether you need prototypes or large-scale production, our experienced team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective hydroformed solutions tailored to your specific project requirements.
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Hydroforming Service
Hydroforming Product Showcase
Our hydroforming services provide innovative solutions for shaping metal components using high-pressure fluids, allowing for complex geometries and lightweight structures. Each part showcases our ability to produce uniform wall thickness and exceptional surface quality, making it ideal for applications in the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries.
Hydroforming Tolerances
LS Manufacturing specializes in hydroforming services with tolerances ranging from ±0.5 mm to ±1.0 mm, depending on the material and complexity of the component. Our hydroforming process allows for the production of lightweight, high-strength parts with complex geometries and smooth surface finishes, making it ideal for various applications in the automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors.
Feature
Description
Maximum Part Size
1.5 m x 1.5m
Metal Bending Forces
Up to 1000 tons
Bending Line Length
Up to 7200 mm
Bending Thickness
Up to 60 mm
General Tolerances
Our metal bending standards depend on ISO 2768.
Bend to edge/hole, single surface
+/- 0.254 mm (+/- 0.010 in.)
Hydroforming Material Selection
Our hydroforming services utilize a range of materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, and advanced high-strength steels, to create complex, lightweight structures with excellent dimensional accuracy. These materials are selected for their ability to withstand high-pressure fluid applications, allowing for the production of intricate shapes without the need for extensive tooling. Hydroforming is particularly advantageous for applications in the automotive and aerospace industries, where lightweight and robust components are essential.
Metals
- Titanium
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Magnesium
- Zinc Alloy
- Chromium-Nickel Alloy
- Brass
- Copper
- Aluminum
- Bronze
- Cold Rolled Steel
- Nickel
- Silver-Tin Oxide
- Cast Iron
Titanium is known for high strength, low weight, and corrosion resistance. We process grades like Ti-6Al-4V, Ti-5Al-2.5Sn, Ti-6Al-4V ELI, and Ti-Grade 2, which are widely used in aerospace, medical implants, and sports equipment.
Plastics
- HDPE
- PP
- PE
- PET
- PMMA
- POM
- PPS
- PVC
- FR-4
- PEEK
- ABS
- PC
- PA
- HIPS
- LDPE
- PBT
- PPA
- PAI
- PS
- PTFE (Teflon)
- UPE
- Bakelite
HDPE offers high strength and resistance to impact and chemicals. We support its use in containers, piping, and geomembranes
We offer customization based on your specific material requirements, if you need a material not listed here, our team can source and process ito meet your exact needs
Hydroforming Surface Finishing
Surface finishing in hydroforming is crucial for enhancing the quality and functionality of formed components. Our hydroforming process allows for complex shapes and lightweight structures, while post-forming treatments such as polishing, coating, and surface hardening improve surface smoothness, corrosion resistance, and overall durability, ensuring high-performance results in various applications.
Anodizing Glossy
Anodizing Type I creates a protective oxide layer on aluminum, providing resistance to corrosion and wear.
Bead Blasting
A process that uses a stream of air to propel fine media particles to clean, smooth, or texture a surface.
Black Oxidize
Black oxide is a conversion coating that offers minimal corrosion protection and is used for appearance.
BleadBlasting + Black Anodizing
A process that uses a stream of air to propel fine media particles to clean, smooth, or texture a surface.
Brush
Brushing creates a satin-like texture on metal surfaces, enhancing their appearance and reducing reflections.
Anodize Type II (Glossy, Matte)
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Anodizing Type II creates a protective oxide layer on aluminum, providing resistance to corrosion and wear.
Gold Chromate
Chrome plating provides a bright, mirror-like finish and enhances wear and corrosion resistance.
Polish + Black Anodize
Polishing enhances the surface finish and luster of metals by removing scratches and imperfections.
Polish + Clear Anodize
Polishing enhances the surface finish and luster of metals by removing scratches and imperfections.
Vapor Polish
Vapor polishing is a technique to improve the transparency and smoothness of plastic components.
White Powder Coating - Flat
Powder coating provides a durable and high-quality finish that enhances the appearance and corrosion resistance of metals.
Zinc Plating
Zinc plating applies a protective zinc layer to steel or iron, enhancing corrosion resistance.
Hydroforming Advantages & Features
Our hydroforming services offer innovative solutions for producing complex, high-strength metal parts with exceptional accuracy and efficiency. LS Manufacturing specializes in hydroforming techniques that cater to a wide range of industries, ensuring high-quality components that meet demanding specifications. Here's why we are your preferred partner for hydroforming.
High Precision and Complex Shapes
Hydroforming allows for the creation of intricate shapes and deep draws while maintaining exceptional dimensional accuracy. This capability is essential for applications in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and HVAC, where design complexity is crucial.
Material Efficiency
The hydroforming process optimizes material usage, reducing waste while maximizing the strength and integrity of the final product. This method is particularly beneficial for lightweight alloys, allowing for the production of strong yet lightweight components.
Enhanced Strength and Durability
Parts produced through hydroforming typically exhibit enhanced mechanical properties, including increased strength and fatigue resistance. This makes hydroforming an ideal choice for components that must withstand high stresses in demanding applications.
Reduced Secondary Operations
Hydroforming often eliminates the need for additional machining, allowing for shorter lead times and reduced production costs. This efficiency enhances the overall manufacturing process and accelerates time to market for your products.
Scalability for Prototypes to Mass Production
Our hydroforming services are scalable to accommodate both small prototype runs and large-scale production. We efficiently manage orders of varying sizes, ensuring flexibility for your project requirements.
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
We implement stringent quality control measures throughout the hydroforming process. Our advanced inspection techniques and ISO 9001,ISO 14001,IATF 16949 and AS9100D Certification ensure that every part meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.
Hydroforming Case Studies
Our hydroforming services have been successfully applied across various industries. Below are some examples that demonstrate our ability to deliver high-quality, complex shapes and components tailored to specific industry needs:
Automotive Industry
Project Background:A major automotive manufacturer required hydroformed components for the body structure of their new electric vehicle.
Challenge: The components had to be lightweight yet robust, meeting stringent safety and performance standards while maintaining precise dimensions.
Solution: We utilized hydroforming techniques to create complex shapes from high-strength materials, ensuring both structural integrity and lightweight properties.
Results: The hydroformed components contributed to the overall efficiency and safety of the electric vehicle, leading to a successful market launch.
Aerospace Industry
Project Background:An aerospace supplier needed hydroformed aluminum components for aircraft fuselage structures.
Challenge: The components required high precision and must withstand extreme environmental conditions while maintaining lightweight characteristics.
Solution: We employed hydroforming processes to produce high-strength aluminum structures that met all regulatory and performance specifications.
Results: The hydroformed fuselage components enhanced the overall performance and safety of the aircraft, receiving positive feedback from certification authorities.
Construction Industry
Project Background:A construction firm required hydroformed metal components for structural applications in a high-rise building project.
Challenge: The components had to be manufactured with high strength and precise dimensions to support the structural integrity of the building.
Solution: We utilized hydroforming techniques to create large, lightweight components that met all engineering specifications.
Results: The hydroformed components contributed to the successful completion of the building project, ensuring safety and aesthetic appeal.
Electronics Industry
Project Background:An electronics manufacturer required hydroformed enclosures for sensitive electronic equipment, focusing on durability and electromagnetic shielding.
Challenge: The enclosures had to provide effective shielding while maintaining lightweight and compact designs.
Solution: We implemented hydroforming techniques with specialized materials to produce enclosures that met all performance and safety standards.
Results: The hydroformed enclosures improved the overall reliability of the electronic devices, leading to enhanced market competitiveness.
Medical Devices Industry
Project Background:A medical device company required hydroformed components for surgical instruments that required both precision and sterilizability.
Challenge: The components needed to meet stringent hygiene standards and have no defects to ensure patient safety.
Solution: We utilized hydroforming processes with high-quality stainless steel to produce components that met all regulatory requirements.
Results: The hydroformed components successfully passed all quality assurance tests and contributed to the reliability of the medical devices.
Hydroforming Quality Control
At LS Manufacturing, we specialize in hydroforming, a technique that allows us to create complex shapes with high precision and excellent material integrity. Our advanced hydroforming technology enables us to produce lightweight, strong components for various applications. We implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure that every hydroformed part meets the highest standards of quality and performance.
In-Process Inspections
Our quality control begins with in-process inspections, where each part is checked at various stages of production to ensure adherence to design specifications. This proactive approach helps identify and correct any issues early in the manufacturing process.
Final Inspections
Before any part leaves our facility, it undergoes a thorough final inspection to verify its quality and precision. We use advanced measurement tools and techniques to ensure that each part meets the required specifications and standards.
Precision Measurement Tools
We utilize advanced precision measurement tools, including Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and laser scanning systems, to ensure that our hydroformed components meet tight tolerances and specifications. These tools enable us to maintain high levels of accuracy and quality throughout the hydroforming process.
ISO 9001,ISO 14001,IATF 16949 and AS9100D Certification
Our commitment to quality is demonstrated by our ISO 9001,ISO 14001,IATF 16949 and AS9100D Certification. This international standard ensures that our quality management system is effective and continuously improving, providing our customers with consistent, high-quality products.
Continuous Improvement
We believe in continuous improvement and regularly review our processes and practices to identify areas for enhancement. By investing in the latest technologies and training for our staff, we strive to maintain our reputation for quality and innovation.
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