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Case study: bike shelter project with Lasertube and tube benders
In this article, a real-world example is explored to demonstrate how the implementation of **Lasertube**, **tube benders**, and **wire benders**, along with related programming and integration software, significantly reduced time and material waste in the construction of a bicycle shelter. This case highlights how modern tube and wire processing systems can benefit both **contractors** and **designers**, making the fabrication of structures and tubular frames more efficient and cost-effective.
The project showcases several key steps that were taken during the optimization of the frame design and production process:
- **Project description and design features of the bike shelter**
- **Simplifying connections through joints and bend cuts**
- **Replacing complex sheet metal components with simpler tubular elements**
- **Using laser cutting and bending to reduce material consumption**
- **Optimizing the process with BLM GROUP's MES production management system**
The bike shelter is an outdoor urban structure designed for bicycle parking, featuring tubes of different diameters, metal wires, and sheet metal. Traditionally, such a structure would take 6–8 weeks to build using conventional methods, with two days dedicated to component assembly. This lengthy process often involved numerous welding jigs, requiring precise placement and skilled labor, which limited the overall accuracy of the final product.
By re-engineering the entire process and integrating advanced technologies like **Lasertube**, **tube benders**, and **wire benders**, the project achieved remarkable improvements: a 50% reduction in manpower, 52% decrease in production time, 26% drop in production costs, and 20% less material usage.
One of the most effective strategies was simplifying connections by using **joints, pass-through holes, hooks, and cut-and-bend parts**. These techniques ensured accurate positioning of components, making assembly and welding easier and more precise. The **ArTube** software played a crucial role in this, offering a library of pre-designed joints that could be applied directly to CAD models.
Another major change was replacing complex sheet metal components with single tubular elements. Instead of using three separate machines (a sheet metal cutter, press brake, and welding machine), a single **Lasertube system** was used to create rectangular-section tubes that were cut and bent precisely. This not only streamlined the process but also improved efficiency and quality.
Laser cutting and bending also helped reduce material consumption. By incorporating slots and teeth into the design, the need for long rods was minimized, saving both time and materials. Additionally, **All-In-One technology** helped eliminate waste by compensating for deformation during the bending process, ensuring that every part was cut and bent accurately from the start.
This case study clearly demonstrates the power of modern manufacturing solutions in transforming traditional fabrication methods. With the right tools and software, contractors and designers can achieve faster, more efficient, and more sustainable results.
If you're interested in learning more about how these technologies can benefit your projects, feel free to ask for more information.