Manual Plate Bending Machine vs. Automatic Plate Bending Machine Gone are the days of shaping metal through forging. Over the decades, metal rolling/bending processes and machines have evolved. Fabricators are using metal forming machines for several reasons. Most importantly, to make the process easy and affordable. The two types of bending/ rolling machines that metal fabricators currently use are manual plate rolling machines and automatic plate rolling machines. This blog explains the differences between both machines while highlighting their respective advantages and disadvantages. So, let's dive right in, but before that, let’s briefly look at both machines.
What is a Manual Plate Bending/ Rolling Machine? A manual plate rolling machine, also called a manual sheet bending machine, is a tool used to bend metals into shapes and curves. You must have seen artisans create intricate metal artwork and sculptures using these machines. As the name suggests, manual plate bending machines operate manually and don't require electricity or hydraulic power. Small-scale fabricators generally use these. It is a versatile tool used in industries like construction and agricultural equipment. The machine consists of several parts working together to bend metal sheets. The key manual bending machine parts include the bending blade, the clamping bar and the handle. Each part performs its task - from bending to applying the required force on the metal sheet.