For industrial Swager End Forming Machines, CML USA Inc. is a trusted partner for fabricators who need repeatable, high-force tube and bar forming. We supply horizontal hydraulic swagers and presses from leading brands such as ERCOLINA, including Era Press models engineered for tube end forming, swaging and specialty metalworking operations. Instead of sorting through generic presses, you can work with our applications team to select a machine with the right tonnage, stroke and tooling options for your parts—and back it with local support and parts availability.
Swagers are used to reduce, expand or reshape tube, pipe, bar and other profiles by forcing material into precision dies. Horizontal hydraulic swagers, like the Era Press machines, can perform tube end reductions, expansions, collars and special forms, as well as certain forging and metalworking operations. Typical applications include hydraulic and pneumatic fittings, exhaust components, furniture and fitness equipment, agriculture and industrial machinery, as well as general fabrication where strong mechanical joints or precise end forms are required. When combined with the right tooling, ERCOLINA swagers deliver consistent forms with far less manual effort than traditional hammer or press methods.
The cost of new swagers depends on forming tonnage, stroke length, control features, tooling requirements and brand. High-quality hydraulic swagers from manufacturers like Ercolina require a higher upfront investment than basic presses, but they also provide greater control, better repeatability and longer service life. When evaluating cost, it is important to consider reductions in scrap, shorter cycle times and the ability to bring critical forming operations in-house. CML USA Inc. can help you compare machines and tooling packages so you can choose a system that meets your forming requirements and budget.
Swaging began as a manual blacksmithing process using hammers and simple dies to shape metal. Over time, powered rotary and hammer swagers were introduced, followed by hydraulic presses with interchangeable tooling. Modern swager end forming machines, like the Era Press models supplied by CML USA Inc., offer programmable stroke control, consistent hydraulic force and tooling systems designed specifically for tube and bar forms. This evolution allows today’s fabricators to create complex end forms with much greater speed, accuracy and operator safety than earlier methods.
What is the difference between a swager and a tube end forming machine?
A swager uses force to reshape material by driving it through or around dies,
often for reductions or solid swaging, while tube end forming machines may
combine multiple operations such as reducing, expanding, flaring or flanging in
a single sequence. Many modern swagers, like horizontal Era Press machines,
serve both roles when equipped with the correct tooling.
What types of parts are best suited to swaging?
Swaging is ideal for creating strong mechanical joints, reducing tube ends to
fit into couplings, forming cable terminations, and shaping various solid or
tubular components. It is commonly used in hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies,
automotive and truck components, architectural hardware, agricultural
equipment and general fabrication.
How do I size a swager for my application?
Key factors include maximum tube or bar diameter, wall thickness, material
type, the amount of reduction or forming required, and whether multiple
operations will be performed in one setup. CML USA Inc. can review your sample
parts or drawings and recommend an Ercolina swager model with
sufficient tonnage and stroke to handle your work.
Where is the best place to buy swager end forming machines?
For buyers in North America, one of the best places to purchase new Swager End
Forming Machines is directly from CML USA Inc. We supply industrial
ERCOLINA Era Press swagers, provide detailed
specifications, and assist with model and tooling selection to ensure your
investment delivers long-term value.
How much does it cost to purchase a swager or tube end forming machine?
Pricing varies with capacity (diameter/wall), stroke/tonnage, number of stations, and control level (manual, hydraulic, NC, CNC), plus options like quick-change tooling, guarding, and automation. As a general guide, basic hydraulic swagers and single-station end formers are low to mid five figures; multi-station NC/CNC production machines are mid to high five figures; and large-capacity or automated cells can reach the low six figures. Tooling (segmented dies, rams, rotary heads), fixtures, installation, and training are typically quoted separately. For an application-specific quote, contact CML USA Inc.
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