Artec Metal Works

Capability — Press Brake Forming

Press Brake Forming & Metal Bending

Precise bends. Consistent angles. Parts that fit the first time.

Accurate bending is where precision sheet metal fabrication separates itself from commodity work. Off-angle flanges, inconsistent springback compensation, or poorly sequenced bend orders can ruin an otherwise good part. We take forming seriously.

Our CNC press brake operations are programmed and executed with careful attention to material properties, tooling selection, and bend sequence. We account for springback, material grade, and grain direction so the finished part matches your drawing — not an approximation of it.

We work from your flat patterns, 3D models, or we can develop them from your part geometry. Whether you need basic channel bends, complex box forms, large enclosures, or tight-radius profiles, our tooling inventory and experience allow us to hit geometries other shops won't attempt.

Specifications & Details

MaterialsMild Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Galvanized
Bend LengthUp to 10 feet
Material ThicknessLight gauge through structural plate
Angle Tolerance±0.5° typical
File FormatsSTEP, IGES, SolidWorks, DXF (flat pattern)

What's Included

  • CNC-controlled press brake with programmable back gauging
  • Simple to complex multi-break profiles
  • Material springback compensation
  • Box and pan, channel, U-channel, Z-channel, and custom profiles
  • Large format forming capability
  • Tight inner radius forming
  • Flat pattern development from 3D models
  • First article inspection before production release

Ready to quote this capability?

Upload your drawings or describe your project. We respond within 1–3 business days.

Request a Forming Quote

NDA Available. We regularly work under non-disclosure agreements. Mention it in your quote request and we'll prioritize that step before you share your designs.

Need this capability for your project?

Submit your files and project details. We'll review and respond with a real quote within 1–3 business days.