where to get arches bent fo gate.

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Can anyone refer me to shop that can bend arches for my iron gate in or around houston area. I would try the pack full of sand method and heat, but would like to have a near perfect bend. I was thinking 2x2" or 2x3" box tubing. Thanks.
Reply:You can oder them from King Archetectural Metals in Dallas. They come in halves so you need to weld them together. They have 2"x2" square. They can be shipped UPS and I usually get them in 2 days time.
Reply:Good Information.Thanks BobAmerican by birth Southern by the Grace of God
Reply:A friend built this gate up in my shop and we cut out the letters and dogs with the plasma cutter. No bending involved, just sliced the tubing every 8" on three sides and welded it back together. The gate is actually a true curve even though the picture makes it look faceted. Attached ImagesLincoln PrecisionTig 275Miller 251Miller DialArc 250Bridgeport millHossfeld bender & diesLogan shaperJet 14 X 40 latheSouth Bend 9" 'C'Hypertherm 900Ellis 3000 band saw21"Royersford ExcelsiorTwo shops, still too many tools.
Reply:I work at a shop close to Houston pmMe your number I'll call you.
Reply:Originally Posted by WyoRoyA friend built this gate up in my shop and we cut out the letters and dogs with the plasma cutter. No bending involved, just sliced the tubing every 8" on three sides and welded it back together. The gate is actually a true curve even though the picture makes it look faceted.
Reply:Originally Posted by weldbeaddid you cut out a piepiece or just squeeze the kerfs together?
Reply:thank you