Sheet Metal Brakes

Sheet metal brakes for accurate bending

A sheet metal brake is the right choice when you need clean, repeatable bends in steel, aluminium or other sheet materials. The selection covers compact bench-size machines for small parts as well as heavy-duty pan & box brakes for demanding workshop and industrial use.

Working widths range from small 200 mm machines to large 3050 mm models. Depending on the model, bending capacity covers light 1.0 mm sheet work up to heavy 3.5 mm applications. Check the product details for the exact material capacity, bending angle, dimensions and live stock status.

Choose by width, thickness and bending type

For small parts, samples and light fabrication, a compact mini shear brake is practical and easy to place in a workshop. For general sheet metal bending, manual brakes with 1250–2000 mm working widths offer a good balance of capacity, accuracy and space requirement.

Pan & box brakes are especially useful when you need to bend boxes, trays, covers and profiles with return flanges. Removable segments make it easier to form enclosed shapes and more complex parts than with a standard straight brake.

Magnetic brakes are a flexible option for steel, aluminium and plastic bending where open-ended clamping is useful. For series production or heavier daily use, electric and hydraulic brakes improve efficiency and reduce physical effort.

Manual, electric and hydraulic options

Manual brakes suit maintenance work, sheet metal workshops, schools and fabrication tasks where control and simplicity matter. They are robust, straightforward to use and do not require complex setup.

Electric pan & box brakes are designed for more frequent bending and production use. They help maintain repeatability over longer work runs, especially when handling wider sheets.

Hydraulic models are built for the heaviest work in the range. They are intended for demanding professional use where high capacity, rigidity and controlled bending force are required.

Accessories, rear supports and usability

Rear support holders and backgauges help improve repeatability when making several bends to the same dimension. They are especially useful in batch work, workshop production and tasks where consistent part dimensions are important.

When planning a sheet metal setup, consider the complete workflow. Shears are useful for cutting sheet to size, slip rolls for forming curved parts and combination machines when space is limited. The right supporting equipment makes bending faster, safer and more accurate.

Stock, delivery and expert support

Machines are generally kept in stock, while only a few top-tier professional models are sold on request. Product pages show the current stock status, so always check the individual machine details before ordering.

Shipments are sent from Finland from the Seinäjoki warehouse. Skilled staff can help you choose the right brake for your material, bending width and production needs. NOVA service supports customers through the Seinäjoki store location.