- A Montreal Company Specializing in CNC Metal Bending
Precision CNC Bending for Industrial Applications
Metal bending is a key step in metal fabrication, transforming cut parts into functional, assembly-ready components. At SLON Laser, bending is performed using CNC press brakes, ensuring consistent precision, excellent repeatability, and rigorous control of angles and dimensions.
This service is ideal for industrial parts, enclosures, brackets, chassis, and any component requiring precise bending that meets technical specifications.
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A Consistent Custom Metal Bending Technology
CNC bending relies on digitally programmed machines capable of executing complex bending sequences with high stability. This technology allows for the faithful reproduction of the same angles and dimensions across entire production runs, while minimizing the risk of human error.
Thanks to direct integration with our fiber laser and CNC cutting services, bending becomes part of a continuous production flow, optimized for industrial performance.
Materials Compatible With Sheet Metal Bending Services
Our CNC bending service is suitable for a wide range of materials commonly used in industry, including:
- Mild steel and stainless steel
- Aluminum
- Copper
- Brass
Each material has specific mechanical properties. Our bending parameters are adjusted according to the thickness, the required inside radius, and the end use of the part.
Bending Capabilities and Tolerances of Metal Forming
CNC bending allows for complex bending jobs, tight tolerances, essential for mechanical assembly and welding. Angles are precisely controlled to ensure perfect consistency between parts, even in repetitive production runs.
Our metal fabrication company analyze each project to guarantee that the bent parts conform to technical drawings and functional requirements.
Tonnage
220 t
Bending length
3100 mm
Bend length
580 mm
Advantages of SLON Laser's CNC Bending Services
Our custom metal fabrication service offers reliable industrial capabilities, including:
- Precise and repeatable CNC bending process
- Suitable for industrial and technical parts
- Consistent quality on prototypes and production runs
- Minimum rework and adjustments
- Fully integrated manufacturing process
- Bilingual technical support and communication
- Multi-axis CNC bending
- Precise control of angles and radii
- Suitable for simple and complex parts
- Compatibility with CAD, DXF, PDF, EPS, AI, and DWG files and technical drawings
- Direct integration with laser cutting, CNC machining, and welding
CNC Metal Bending: Questions and Answers
What is bending and how does it work?
CNC sheet metal bending is a transformation process that involves deforming a metal part along a precise axis to give it a defined angle or shape. It is generally performed using CNC press brakes, which ensure precise control of angles, dimensions, and repeatability.
What types of parts can be bent by CNC bending?
CNC bending is suitable for a bending for a wide range of industrial parts, such as brackets, housings, chassis, frames, bent plates, and structural components. Sheet bending is suitable for both simple parts and more complex geometries requiring multiple bends.
What materials can be bent by press brake?
Sheet metal fabrication is commonly used for wide range of metals like mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, with the choice of material, thickness, and bend radius determined by the final application and the mechanical constraints of the part, as well as the capabilities of the punch and die used for bending.
What level of precision can be achieved with CNC bending?
CNC bending allows for tight tolerances, suitable for industrial requirements and mechanical assembly. Accuracy depends on the material, its thickness, the bend radius, and springback, but it ensures excellent consistency in repetitive production runs.
Is metal bending compatible with laser cutting and welding?
Yes. Metal bending is often performed after laser or CNC cutting and before welding. This integration optimizes the final dimensions of the parts and ensures perfect compatibility with subsequent assembly and manufacturing steps.
What files are needed for a metal bending project?
The most commonly used technical files are CAD, DXF, PDF, EPS, AI, and DWG formats, accompanied by drawings indicating angles, radii, and bending tolerances.
Can you bend custom sheet metal parts?
Yes. We provide precision CNC metal bending for sheet metal parts using multi-axis press brakes, ensuring accurate angles and consistent results. From prototypes and small production runs to large-scale assemblies, our process delivers high-quality bent metal components that meet tight tolerances and integrate seamlessly into your workflow.