Go from prototype to production with one team
Prototype and scale complex weldments with one complete provider. While most shops offer tube work or flat laser cutting and forming, Bauer does it all under one roof. Count on us for everything from tube or sheet laser cutting and press brake forming to bending, fabrication, and robotic welding.
One team. One timeline. One Plan.
Simplified logistics.
Precision at every step.
Key spec options
These are the core specifications we support across materials, sizes and fabrication processes.
Outside diameter (OD)
Tube: 0.25”to 5.00”
Solid bar: up to 3.50”
Tube wall thickness
OD 3/8″ to 5″
0.028″ wall to 0.250″ wall
Sheet wall thickness
Up to 0.5”
Bend method
CNC mandrel bending
Rotary draw
Press bending
Push bending
Bend angle accuracy
±.3° typical
Bend radius (CLR)
Centerline radii up to 24”
Materials
Mild steel
Chromoly
Stainless steel
Aluminum
More exotic materials on request
Tube shapes
Round
Square
Rectangular
Oval
Extrusions
Volumes
Prototype
Preproduction
Production
Welding processes
Robotic MIG
Manual MIG/TIG
Robotic fixture footprint range
~1′ × 1′ up to ~4′ × 8′ (assembly-dependent)
Part fixturing
In-house fixture design and build
Quality support
First Article/PPAP validation and documentation
Fabrication services
Drawing
Blanking
Punching
Flattening
Reducing
Expanding
Swaging
Beading
Roll forming
Flaring
Five-axis CNC and lathe
File formats
PDF for prints, STEP, IGES, Parasolid, SolidWorks [.sldprt, .sldasm, .slddrw]
Why work with us from start to finish?
Single source, fewer handoffs
Avoid the cost and delays of working between multiple providers with complete tube and sheet capabilities under one roof.
Fewer design loops
Our engineering team flags risks early, so you don’t waste time on reworks downstream.
Seamless scale-up
We build with your end goals in mind to smoothly scale production.
unmatched in-house Capabilities
TUBE AND SHEET FABRICATION
- Tube laser cutting
- Sheet laser cutting
- Press brake forming
- Custom fixturing
PRODUCTION VOLUMES
- Prototypes
- First Article/PPAP
- Full-scale production
TIMELINES
- Quotes in three to five days
- Complete prototyping in two to three weeks
- Time to full-scale production depends on project complexity and material
TUBE BENDING
- Up to 5″ OD
TUBE FORMING
- Swaging/flaring
- Expanding/reducing
- Beading
- Notching
- Flatten, trim and pierce
WELDING
- Robotic MIG
- Manual MIG/TIG
- Pressure/leak testing
- AWS certified welders
See our shop floor
Have a look inside our facility to see how Bauer provides precision and reliability at every level.
DFM guidelines (save time + cost)
The fastest way to reduce lead time and rework is to make bending and welding manufacturable from day one. Send your model early and Bauer will flag risk areas and recommend changes that protect quality and cost.
- Bending: Preferred radii and die availability (avoid custom tooling when possible)
- Welding: Joint access and fixturing clearances (design for repeatable welds)
The parts that prove it works
See real-world examples of our complex bends, weldments and fabricated assemblies, all built with dedication and precision.
Flatten + pierce combo
Multiple operations, one setup
Five-axis laser cutting
Precision cuts, complex angles
Swaged end
End forming in-house (swage/expand/reduce)
Flaring
Repeatable geometry through forming operations
Notched/coped profile
Built for complex features + tight specs
Bead/roll form
Designed for strength + fit-up consistency
Hear it from our customers
“They’re saving at least $15 on a piece cost and hundreds of thousands on initial tooling.”
Brad
Engineering program manager
$150k
Tooling cost savings
“We’ve never had a quality issue, never had a delivery issue.”
Stephen
Commodity manager
National backup power generation manufacturer
Zero
Quality or delivery issues reported
“If there’s any exceptions or they’re suggesting an alternative material or they’re requesting additional tolerance on something, they’re making sure they do their front-end work, which is good to see.”
Alex
Procurement manager
Global furniture manufacturer
Three-week delays
Avoided
FAQs
These are the questions we hear most from engineers and sourcing teams. If your question isn’t answered here, please reach out to us for more information.
Yes, our team can handle initial prototyping to full-scale production.
Yes. Bauer in-house capabilities support everything you need to deliver complex weldment prototypes. You can move from prototype to production without switching suppliers midstream.
Integrated processes, tooling templates and real-time communication, engineer to engineer.
.PDF and STEP are preferred, but we can work with most major formats.
Absolutely. Every quote includes manufacturability insights, and we’ll redline files with recommendations.
Expect quote responses within three to five business days. Prototype lead times are often within two to three weeks. Production timelines vary based on part complexity, volume and material.
Yes, our in-house tool shop can produce all check and weld fixtures.
From complex specs to premium assemblies
Whether you’re recovering from a supplier failure or gearing up for a new launch, Bauer will help you get it done right — fast.
