Development and verification of an automated pipe profiling machine with Industry 4.0 configurator

An innovative modular machine for centrifugal forming of steel pipe ends (Ø155-450 mm) was presented, developed within a research and development project supported by European Funds. The limitations of existing technologies were eliminated: long welding time (18-30 min/unit), coating damage, or high capital requirements (>€500,000). The designed machine with interchangeable tooling elements and Industry 4.0 configurator utilizes hydraulic actuators (Ø160/100 mm) and optimized mandrel angle (12°). The EXSO configurator provides automatic parameterization, 3D visualization, and MES/ERP integration, reducing fulfillment time by 60-75% and changeover to