Why Are Large-diameter Square Pipes in High Demand?

Large-diameter square pipes can be manufactured using direct forming technology (DFT), where the pipes are formed directly, or through the tube mill of converting round pipes to square pipes (FFX). Additionally, in some cases, they can be produced by pushing round pipes into square ones using a Turkish head. However, this method is mostly suitable for smaller-diameter square pipes.

According to our factory's order records from last year, there has been an increase in orders for square tube mills. Among them, there are orders from India for tube mills utilizing direct forming technology from us, orders from Europe for tube mills employing the method of converting round pipes to square pipes, and orders from Venezuela for machines utilizing the method of pushing round pipes into square ones using a Turkish head.

The reason why large-diameter square pipes are in high demand is due to their significant role in various aspects of the market. For instance, there is a growing demand in infrastructure development, especially in developing countries, where construction of buildings, roads, bridges, ports, among other projects, is rapidly expanding. Moreover, populous nations have witnessed an increase in demand for housing and urban infrastructure, which also requires large-diameter square pipes for support and construction purposes.

Last year, our factory received an order for a tube mill capable of producing square pipes with a diameter of 350mm, specifically for infrastructure development. This tube mill utilizes DFT forming technology, characterized by short roll changing time and the ability of a single set of rolls to accommodate multiple specifications. Its high efficiency and precision in forming have saved our clients time and costs. The machine has been fully delivered and is set to commence production shortly. As shown below, our tube mill photo：

Furthermore, large-diameter square pipes are also in demand in industrial applications, particularly in countries with large manufacturing industries and industrial bases, where their stability, high strength, and corrosion resistance play crucial roles.

Based on our factory's order trends, an increasing number of clients are opting for tube mills that can produce both round and square pipes. These machines, known as round-square shared machines, can efficiently produce both types of pipes, saving on equipment procurement costs, reducing production floor space, and ultimately improving production efficiency.As shown below, our tube mill photo：

In conclusion, large-diameter square pipes have significant market potential and demand. Customers can choose the appropriate manufacturing technology based on their specific needs and requirements.