Sheet Metal Brakes & Shears

Sheet metal brakes and shears are the foundation of any fabrication shop — bend crisp, accurate angles and cut clean, straight edges in steel, aluminum, and stainless. From box-and-pan brakes for ductwork and enclosures to shears and combination machines, our sheet metal tools give fabricators, HVAC pros, and metalworkers the capacity and precision to form parts right the first time.

Types of Sheet Metal Machines

• Box & pan brakes: Removable fingers let you bend boxes, pans, and complex enclosures.
• Magnetic brakes: Clamp with an electromagnet for fast, versatile bending of intricate parts.
• Combination shear/brake/roll: Cut, bend, and roll on one machine — ideal for shops tight on space.
• Slip rolls: Form cylinders and curves for ductwork, tanks, and trim.

Match the Machine to Your Material

The key spec is gauge capacity — the thickest mild steel the machine will bend or cut at full width. Remember that harder metals like stainless reduce effective capacity, so leave margin. Working width should cover your largest sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a box and pan brake used for?

Its removable fingers let you bend up all four sides of a box or pan and form complex enclosures — something a straight brake can't do.

What gauge can these machines handle?

Each machine lists a mild-steel gauge capacity at full width. Cutting or bending harder metals like stainless lowers the effective capacity, so size up if you work tough material.

What is a 3-in-1 combination machine?

A single machine that shears, brakes (bends), and rolls sheet metal — a space- and cost-saving choice for shops that need all three functions.

Every sheet metal machine ships free to the lower 48 and is backed by our price match guarantee. Call or text 331-272-5655 and we'll match the right capacity and width to your fabrication work.