Press Brake Forming: Cost Effective and Efficient

Press brake forming is one of the oldest metal forming methods in the book, but that doesn’t mean to say that it hasn’t kept up with the times. This sheet and plate treatment has withstood the test of time because of its simplicity, accuracy, flexibility and low cost per piece.

Marvellous Machining

Press brake forming is a versatile technique that allows fabricators, like ourselves to bend and shape metal pieces to individual specifications. As most variables today are fully CNC they are able to be programmed to exact specifications within finite margins of measurement. They are also able to store and save sets of blueprints so if a client needs exactly the same form later down the line, we can simply select their programme and produce identically formed products.

Metal sheets are fed automatically into the machine, before being placed between a punch and a die. The latter, come in a range of shapes and sizes but are most common in the shape of a U or a V. Theses dies allow fabricators to carefully measure and control the angle at which the metal is bent. The punch, then gradually depresses the metal sheet with a consistent level of force, creating an even and stress-free bend.

Large Scale Efficiency

Varying shapes and sizes of die available is what makes press braking such an efficient process. They are easily switched out, so metal to be shaped to almost any angle or shape with utmost precision. With easy programming abilities, we can create large uniform pieces to strict deadlines, and because of the measured nature, shapes are formed without causing undue stress that could lead to structural weakness later on.

Versatility

The numbers of metals that can be formed in a press brake machine are vast, with the most common sheets being stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium. But Metal Supplies expert’s are also adept at bending and shaping other, softer, metals such as copper, titanium and brass to the same exacting high standards.

As with all Metal Supplies services, we offer a quick turnaround for all of our clients, to learn more about press brake forming just visit our website or call us on 0800 123 7010 for more information.