Injection Molding
Tooling and molding for your repeat plastic parts.
BENDING & FORMING
Sheet Metal Bending Services for Your Assembly Fit.
Plan custom sheet metal bending around your grade, thickness and finished dimensions. Review bend sequence, springback and visible faces before production.
Start with 1 formed CAD model + 1 controlled 2D drawing.
Material & Thickness
Match your application
Bend Planning
Review sequence and access
Final-Fit Review
Check mating dimensions
Surface Protection
Define visible faces
U.S. Coordination
Dallas-area support
3 Decisions Before Your First Bend
Define your requirements early so the quote covers your finished part.
01
Your material
Grade, temper, thickness and grain.
02
Your finished fit
Datums, angles and mating features.
03
Your order scope
Bending only or a finished component.
Bent Sheet Metal Parts for Your Assembly
Press brake forming services use a punch and die to create linear bends. Your tooling and sequence are reviewed for the finished part.
Custom Sheet Metal Brackets for Your Mounting Points
Mark mating holes and final dimensions on your formed drawing.
| Your fit | Mounting holes, mating parts and datums. |
|---|---|
| Bend plan | Inside radius, sequence and tooling access. |
| Your finish | Visible faces, coating and masking. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Confirm the Material for Your Brackets & Mounts
Material suitability depends on the specified grade, condition and geometry.
| Your callout | Exact grade, temper and thickness. |
|---|---|
| Your service conditions | Corrosion, heat and load requirements. |
| Your surface | Grain direction, protective film and finish. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Plan the Bends Around Your Brackets & Mounts
Review the tool approach and bend sequence before releasing the blank.
| Your input | Formed model and controlled dimensions. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Bend order, flange reach and collision risks. |
| Your approval | Agree any radius, relief or flat-pattern changes. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Agree How Your Brackets & Mounts Will Be Accepted
Use the formed part and intended assembly to define acceptance.
| Your dimensions | Angles, flange lengths and hole relationships. |
|---|---|
| Your measurement | Datums, fixture and inspection state. |
| Your sample | Agree checks before repeat production. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Sheet Metal Enclosure Bending for Your Interfaces
Define fastener positions, mating panels and the faces your customer sees.
| Your fit | Mounting holes, mating parts and datums. |
|---|---|
| Bend plan | Inside radius, sequence and tooling access. |
| Your finish | Visible faces, coating and masking. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Confirm the Material for Your Enclosures & Chassis
Material suitability depends on the specified grade, condition and geometry.
| Your callout | Exact grade, temper and thickness. |
|---|---|
| Your service conditions | Corrosion, heat and load requirements. |
| Your surface | Grain direction, protective film and finish. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Plan the Bends Around Your Enclosures & Chassis
Review the tool approach and bend sequence before releasing the blank.
| Your input | Formed model and controlled dimensions. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Bend order, flange reach and collision risks. |
| Your approval | Agree any radius, relief or flat-pattern changes. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Agree How Your Enclosures & Chassis Will Be Accepted
Use the formed part and intended assembly to define acceptance.
| Your dimensions | Angles, flange lengths and hole relationships. |
|---|---|
| Your measurement | Datums, fixture and inspection state. |
| Your sample | Agree checks before repeat production. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Formed Channels for Your Support Geometry
Review flange dimensions, mounting slots and straightness in the assembled state.
| Your fit | Mounting holes, mating parts and datums. |
|---|---|
| Bend plan | Inside radius, sequence and tooling access. |
| Your finish | Visible faces, coating and masking. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Confirm the Material for Your Channels & Supports
Material suitability depends on the specified grade, condition and geometry.
| Your callout | Exact grade, temper and thickness. |
|---|---|
| Your service conditions | Corrosion, heat and load requirements. |
| Your surface | Grain direction, protective film and finish. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Plan the Bends Around Your Channels & Supports
Review the tool approach and bend sequence before releasing the blank.
| Your input | Formed model and controlled dimensions. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Bend order, flange reach and collision risks. |
| Your approval | Agree any radius, relief or flat-pattern changes. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Agree How Your Channels & Supports Will Be Accepted
Use the formed part and intended assembly to define acceptance.
| Your dimensions | Angles, flange lengths and hole relationships. |
|---|---|
| Your measurement | Datums, fixture and inspection state. |
| Your sample | Agree checks before repeat production. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Equipment Covers for Your Access and Appearance
Identify clearances, fastening points and the protected cosmetic faces.
| Your fit | Mounting holes, mating parts and datums. |
|---|---|
| Bend plan | Inside radius, sequence and tooling access. |
| Your finish | Visible faces, coating and masking. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Confirm the Material for Your Equipment Covers
Material suitability depends on the specified grade, condition and geometry.
| Your callout | Exact grade, temper and thickness. |
|---|---|
| Your service conditions | Corrosion, heat and load requirements. |
| Your surface | Grain direction, protective film and finish. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Plan the Bends Around Your Equipment Covers
Review the tool approach and bend sequence before releasing the blank.
| Your input | Formed model and controlled dimensions. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Bend order, flange reach and collision risks. |
| Your approval | Agree any radius, relief or flat-pattern changes. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Agree How Your Equipment Covers Will Be Accepted
Use the formed part and intended assembly to define acceptance.
| Your dimensions | Angles, flange lengths and hole relationships. |
|---|---|
| Your measurement | Datums, fixture and inspection state. |
| Your sample | Agree checks before repeat production. |
Part geometry and manufacturing scope are reviewed with your drawing.
Confirm the Grade, Not Just the Metal
Sheet metal forming services on this page focus on press-brake bends.
| Material | What Your Review Should Confirm |
|---|---|
| Aluminum | Confirm alloy, temper, grain direction and inside bend radius. |
| Stainless Steel | Review grade, springback and cosmetic grain. |
| Carbon / Mild Steel | Specify grade, thickness and post-form finish. |
| Galvanized Steel | Confirm coating condition and allowable marks. |
Material, thickness and formed size are confirmed for your drawing.
From Your Flat Blank to a Finished Component
CNC press brake bending follows an agreed setup and first-part review.
01 Cut & Deburr
Blank cut to shape with holes and reliefs.
02 Bend & Check
Formed to drawing and checked.
03 Finish*
Coated or other finish as specified.
04 Inspect & Pack
Checked and protected for delivery.
* Secondary work is included only when specified in your quote.
Resolve 6 Bend Risks Before You Cut
Use these sheet metal bending design guidelines to review your formed part.
Match the Radius to Your Material
Review alloy, temper, thickness and grain direction before selecting the inside bend radius.
| Your input | Grade, temper, thickness and grain. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Inside radius and cracking risk. |
Keep Your Holes and Corners Usable
Review hole-to-bend distance and sheet metal bend relief where flanges meet.
| Your input | Hole positions and corner geometry. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Deformation risk and relief access. |
Control the Fit After Springback
Review sheet metal springback against your finished angle and mating geometry.
ILLUSTRATION ONLY — NOT AN LK TOLERANCE
Why 1° Can Matter to Your Fit
Length from bend axis50 mmAngle difference1°End offset≈ 0.87 mm
50 × sin(1°) ≈ 0.87 mmIdealized flange rotation. Actual geometry and measurement datums must be defined.
Check Access Before the Bend Sequence Is Fixed
Consider punch and die approach, short flanges, return bends and part collisions.
| Your input | Full formed model and mating parts. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Sequence, reach and tool clearance. |
Agree Who Owns Your Manufacturing Flat
The formed model defines the finished part. Agree the flat-pattern revision and bend development.
| Your input | Formed CAD plus any supplied DXF. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Bend allowance, reliefs and revision control. |
Protect the Faces Your Customer Sees
Identify visible faces before tooling and handling are planned.
| Your input | Cosmetic zones and accepted sample. |
|---|---|
| Our review | Tool marks, film and post-form finish. |
3 Measurement States. 1 Agreed Drawing.
Set sheet metal bending tolerances by feature and inspection state.
| Part state | What Your Drawing Should Define |
|---|---|
| Flat Blank | Cut profile, holes and flat-pattern revision. |
| Formed Part | Angles, flange dimensions and hole relationships. |
| Finished Part | Coated fits, hardware and assembly clearances. |
Agree datums, fixture conditions and inspection methods. No single tolerance applies to every feature.
Check the Formed Part, Not Only the Flat Blank
Confirm Your Sheet Before Cutting
Review the specified material, thickness and drawing revision.
- Material and condition
- Thickness and incoming records
- Drawing revision
Report format, sampling and acceptance scope are agreed in your quote.
Approve Your Fit Before Repeat Production
Plan prototype sheet metal forming around agreed fit, finish and functional checks.
- Material and drawing revision
- Angles and mating dimensions
- Surface and assembly approval
Report format, sampling and acceptance scope are agreed in your quote.
Control Your Agreed Formed Features
Check selected dimensions and appearance during the agreed production stages.
- Agreed critical dimensions
- Setup and revision control
- Surface protection
Report format, sampling and acceptance scope are agreed in your quote.
Release Your Parts with Clear Records
Review acceptance results, part protection and shipment identification.
- Agreed inspection results
- Packaging and part identification
- Release records
Report format, sampling and acceptance scope are agreed in your quote.
Compare the Same Scope at 3 Quantities
For low volume sheet metal bending, separate setup from repeat part cost.
RFQ EXAMPLES — NOT MINIMUM ORDERS
10 pcs100 pcs1,000 pcs
Replace with your actual demand.
Agree blank supply, special-tool ownership and revision approval.
6 Inputs for Your Quote
- 01Formed CAD + controlled drawing
- 02Grade, temper and thickness
- 03Angles, radii and critical datums
- 04Visible faces and finish
- 05Trial, first-order and annual quantities
- 06Required date and delivery location
China Manufacturing. Dallas-Area Coordination.
Coordinate your drawing review, sample approval and delivery requirements.
Answers Before Your First Order
What is bend allowance in sheet metal?
It is the neutral-axis length within a bend used to develop the flat pattern. Confirm the material, thickness, radius, tooling and who approves the manufacturing flat.
How close can a hole be to a sheet metal bend?
Required clearance depends on thickness, radius, tooling and hole shape. Share the formed drawing so hole distortion can be reviewed. A relief or a post-form operation may be needed.
What tolerances can sheet metal bending achieve?
Agree limits by feature, material and inspection state. Identify the critical angles, datums, flange dimensions and mating hole positions; confirm feasibility before approving production.
How much does sheet metal bending cost?
Cost depends on blank material, bend count, setup, handling, finish, inspection and quantity. Compare the same drawing revision and finished-part scope at your actual order quantities.
How long does custom sheet metal bending take?
The schedule depends on material availability, setup or special tooling, sample approval, finishing and quantity. Request separate sample and production milestones for your drawing.
