Southwire Launches the MAXIS® MHB4000 Hydraulic Conduit Bender

October 31, 2025

Southwire, one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, is proud to announce the launch of the MAXIS® MHB4000 Hydraulic Conduit Bender, the latest addition to its expanding portfolio of equipment product solutions.

Engineered for performance and precision, the MHB4000 is designed to bend 2.5 inches to 4 inches of Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT), Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC) and Rigid Conduit, with fewer operators and with greater accuracy than other benders currently available on the market.

“The MHB4000 is truly a leap forward in 2.5-to-4-inch hydraulic conduit bending technology,” said Bill Forsythe, product manager of electrical equipment at Southwire. “This bender introduces several industry firsts — including the first hydraulically raised mast, first electronic VFD motor control, first dual-action, long-throw cylinder, and the first intelligent accessory storage system — all designed to enhance productivity and ease of use on the job site.”

Features and Benefits:

• Consistent, accurate bends: A rigid, stable mast, VFD motor control, precision-machined shoes and follow bars deliver consistent, accurate bends.
• Fast shoe changes: A dual-action, long-stroke cylinder requires no extra adjustments to the cylinder position when changing shoes.
• Less time between bends: Precise cylinder control and patent-pending Assist Pin reduce set-up time between bends.
• Durable industrial pendant: NEMA 4, two-button pendant offers heavy-duty strain relief and magnetic mounting on the bender.
• Fast, safe set-up: Mast hydraulically raises and locks in seconds with the push of a button.
• Smart, efficient organization: Color-organized accessories and dedicated storage locations make changing from one conduit size to the next a breeze.

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