For more than a century we have shaped metal in Vansbro, Sweden, and since 2006 we have perfected high-pressure tube and sheet hydroforming. The same water-based technology that gives us ±0.05 mm dimensional accuracy in steel, aluminium and copper is equally suited to hydroforming titanium. On this page you will discover how our integrated process chain—pressing, 3-D laser cutting, laser welding, in-house tooling and CMM quality control—delivers reliable, lightweight components for demanding industries.

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Why Choose PVI for Hydroforming Titanium

Complete in-house flow – hydroforming presses, multi-axis 3-D lasers, precision welding cells and climate-controlled CMM inspection operate under one 5 500 m² roof.

‍Automotive-grade quality – ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 certification secures traceability and repeatability for every hydroforming titanium project.

‍Tooling excellence – design, FEM simulation and tool manufacture are handled internally, shortening lead-times and protecting intellectual property.

‍Global supply capability – series parts already ship to OEMs across Europe and North America; our logistics partners make titanium hydroformed parts arrive on time anywhere.

Our Hydroforming Titanium Process at a Glance

Tube Hydroforming

A pre-bent titanium tube blank is placed in the die, sealed and filled with pressurised water. Controlled axial and radial forces expand the tube against the tool cavity, creating complex cross-sections in a single step. This method eliminates multiple welds and secondary machining.

Sheet Hydroforming

For shallow or asymmetric geometries, we clamp a titanium sheet over a single-surface die, then apply fluid pressure to press the sheet into the cavity. The result is deep, wrinkle-free forms with minimal spring-back—ideal for housings, heat shields and enclosure components.

Accuracy & Repeatability

Closed-loop sensors inside our presses guarantee wall-thickness control and maintain ±0.05 mm tolerances when hydroforming titanium. Each batch is verified on our coordinate-measuring machine before release.

Material Expertise and Forming Accuracy

Titanium’s high strength-to-weight ratio can challenge traditional deep-drawing, yet the controlled hydraulic pressure of our process reduces strain, lowers forming forces and protects grain structure. Because we form parts close-to-net shape, scrap is reduced, and costly titanium stock is used efficiently.

Wall thinning typically < 10 %
Dimensional tolerance down to ±0.05 mm
Surface finish preserved—no need for post-polish before welding or coating

Integrated Laser Cutting, Welding & Tooling

3-D Laser Trimming

Immediately after hydroforming titanium we transfer the part to our five-axis fibre-laser stations (up to 30 kW). All piercings, contours and interface surfaces are trimmed in a single program, guaranteeing perfect fit in downstream assemblies.

Laser Welding

Where assemblies require joining, our laser cells deliver narrow heat-affected zones and pore-free seams ideal for titanium. Vision alignment safeguards accuracy for automotive, industrial and aerospace requirements.

Tool Manufacturing & Simulation

Because tooling is the heart of successful hydroforming titanium, we design, machine and prove every die in-house. Advanced CAD/CAM and FEM analyses predict thickness distribution, burst risk and spring-back long before the first blank is cut.

Sustainable Quality for Automotive & Heavy Industry

Sustainability is embedded in our daily Gemba routines. By combining hydroforming, laser processing and in-house tool maintenance we minimise transport, lower energy consumption and deliver right-first-time parts. ISO 14001 certification documents continuous improvement—an important factor when selecting a partner for hydroforming titanium.

Typical Titanium Hydroforming Applications

Lightweight frame and chassis tubes for passenger cars and commercial vehicles
Heat-resistant exhaust and EGR components
Pressure-tight housings and brackets for industrial machinery
Structural profiles for specialist equipment and robotics

Whenever designers need corrosion resistance, low density and outstanding fatigue strength, hydroforming titanium unlocks elegant shapes that conventional forming cannot achieve.

Request a Quote or Technical Consultation

Ready to turn your titanium concept into a production-ready component? Fill in our contact form or reach the team. Our specialists will analyse your CAD files, run forming simulations and propose the optimum route to series production.

‍PVI Hydroforming – shaping the future in titanium, today.