Sheet Metal Forming

Sheet metal forming refers to manufacturing processes that use sheet metal as the material. It can include a range of different techniques, including cutting, forming, bending, pressing, rolling and sometimes even welding. Sheet metal generally tends to be up to 6mm thick, although there are some projects that call for the use of thicker materials.

Sheet metal forming is used within most industries, such as electronics, construction, automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, rail and marine to name but a few. The material grade used will depend upon the requirements of the project, but mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, structural steel and carbon steel are very common.

  • Sheet metal forming refers to manufacturing processes that use sheet metal as the material.
  • It can include a range of different techniques, including cutting, forming, bending, pressing, rolling and sometimes even welding.
  • Sheet metal generally tends to be up to 6mm thick, although there are some projects that call for the use of thicker materials. The material grade used will depend upon the requirements of the project, but mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, structural steel and carbon steel are very common.
  • Sheet metal forming is used within most industries, such as electronics, construction, automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, rail and marine to name but a few.

 

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