tube & Rod End-forming

Precision End Forming for OEM Production Runs


We specialize in high-quality tube and rod end forming for OEMs across industries including agriculture, construction, powersports, and heavy equipment. Our advanced tooling, skilled technicians, and tight-tolerance processes ensure repeatable, production-ready results on every part.

What is end-forming?

End forming is the process of shaping the end of a metal tube to meet a specific design or function. It’s commonly used to prepare components for:

  • Welding or joining

  • Fittings or couplings

  • Increased structural strength

  • Fluid flow control

  • Assembly clearance

  • flared tube end

    Flaring

    Expanding the tube end outward at a set angle (typically 37° or 45°) to allow for flared fittings or easier mating.

  • beaded tube end

    Beading

    Forming a raised bead near the end of the tube for hose retention or structural reinforcement.

  • swaged tube end

    Swaging (Reduce/Expand)

    Reducing or expanding the diameter of the tube end to create a slip-fit or press-fit connection.

  • flattened rod end

    Flattening / Pinching

    Creating a flat or oval-shaped end used in brackets, welded assemblies, or clearance-limited designs.

  • slotted tube end

    Slotting & Notching

    Precision slots or notches added to assist with alignment, drainage, or weld preparation.

  • threaded pipe with swage

    Threading (Internal & External)

    Creating precision threads on tube or rod ends for direct assembly into fittings, couplings, or threaded housings. We offer rolled and cut threads depending on material and function.

  • clean tube end

    Chamfering & Deburring

    Smoothing cut edges and applying lead-ins to ensure safety, fit, and improved insertion.

  • Bulging

    Expanding a section of the tube end outward to form a bulb or collar—ideal for mechanical stops, seals, or unique mating geometries.

Materials we end-form

We work with a variety of materials, including:

  • Mild steel

  • Stainless steel

  • Aluminum

  • DOM tubing

  • Chrome-moly (4130)

  • Cold-drawn seamless or welded tubing

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water intake tube

integrated with other services

Our end forming process is fully integrated with our tube bending, welding, machining, and assembly departments—reducing lead times and improving part consistency.

We can bend and form in sequence, avoiding distortion and eliminating the need for secondary handling or extra operations.

Example applications

beaded tube ends

for coolant lines on agricultural equipment

Flattened and slotted ends

for welded structural frames

Reduced ID ends

for press-fit hydraulic tubes

Swaged rod ends

for powersports suspension systems

flared tubing

for fuel system assemblies

Threaded ends

For lawn and garden tie rod components