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New Press Brakes

Supplying and servicing press brake machines since 1975. AFM Europe is the sole UK distributor for Ermaksan, new CNC press brakes from compact workshop models to high-tonnage production machines, with in-house engineers for installation and support.

A Press Brake, sometimes known as a brake press, is a staple item in most sheet metal workshops. A brake press folding system is a dedicated piece of machinery used in sheet metal bending.  At AFM our latest CNC press brakes are designed to meet diverse requirements, ranging from basic hydraulic press brake models to sophisticated servo-electric and hybrid options.

Whether you need swift and precise folding of brackets, user-friendly programming, or a focus on energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. Our press brakes come in a range of capacities, accommodating small compact machines to heavy-duty high-tonnage models. Our Ermaksan Machinery is made of high-strength monoblock st44 quality steel, ensuring record-level longevity. Ermaksan’s servo-electric and electro-hydraulic press brakes contribute to high-quality and efficient production all over the world.

Our Ermaksan Press Brakes

As Ermaksan’s sole UK distributor, we carry their full press brake range and hold spare parts in stock, shorter lead times on service, no waiting on third-party suppliers.

Whether you need energy-efficient servo-electric bending, hybrid performance for production runs, or a reliable CNC hydraulic setup for everyday workshop work, the Ermaksan range covers it. We can help you match the right model to your tonnage, bed length and throughput requirements.

Our Pearson Press Brakes

Pearson press brakes are a reliable choice for day-to-day bending. Our engineers install and service both Ermaksan and Pearson, so you get the same aftercare regardless of brand.

The Pearson range suits workshops that want straightforward, dependable bending — from compact machines for smaller parts through to heavy-duty models for longer bends and thicker material.

What is a Press Brake?

A press brake is a machine used to bend sheet and plate by forming metal between a punch and die. It’s a core piece of kit in fabrication, allowing accurate, repeatable bends from simple folds through to complex multi-step profiles.

Modern CNC press brakes improve repeatability and reduce setup time by controlling the backgauge, bend sequence and tooling positions. The right choice depends on what you bend most often: material type, thickness range, bend length and required accuracy

How do Press Brakes work?

Press brakes form metal by positioning the sheet against a backgauge for accuracy, selecting the right punch and die, and applying controlled force to achieve the required bend angle. Depending on the job, this can be a programmed CNC cycle or a more manual setup. With CNC control, you can manage bend angles, depth, speed and repeatability more consistently — especially helpful when you run batches, switch jobs often, or bend thicker materials where small deviations become costly.

What tooling options are available for Ermaksan Press Brakes?

90 Degree Dies

Used for standard 90° bends, often in bottom bending where higher tonnage is applied.

Acute Angle Dies

Used for air bending and sharper angles, giving flexibility across bend angles using depth control.

Offset Dies

Used to create Z-profiles in fewer steps by forming two bends in one setup.

Gooseneck Dies

Provides clearance for return flanges and boxed sections, reducing collision risk with previously formed bends.

Hemming Dies

Used to fold and flatten edges for a hem finish, typically as a two-stage process.

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