Professional Metal Forming Equipment

A variety of companies must adjust the shape and dimensions of metal, which requires the aid of metal forming equipment. At Kaka Industrial, we understand what you need because we've been there. We offer an assortment of forming products including arbor presses, bead rollers, shrinkers and stretchers, electric bead bending machines, English wheels, and many more.

Our metal forming equipment features top-quality materials to enhance performance and durability. The team at Kaka Industrial consists of industry professionals, and because of that, we sell only products that we would use ourselves. We have products to assist any company in metal fabrication needs.

If you have any questions about our products or need help determining which product is best for you, give our experts a call. We are happy to help.

Types of Metal Forming Equipment

Our forming lineup covers every stage of metal shaping:

• Arbor presses — for pressing, stamping, and riveting small parts
• Bead rollers — add stiffening beads and decorative lines to sheet metal (RM-08, RM-18, RM-36)
• Shrinkers & stretchers — shape metal edges for panels and fenders (FSM-16)
• English wheels — smooth and shape curved panels for auto restoration
• Planishing hammers — finish and smooth hammered metal (PPH-500, PPH-24)
• Power hammers — heavy-duty shaping for fabrication shops (PH-20D)
• Tube benders — roll cage and exhaust bending for automotive work

How to Choose Metal Forming Equipment

• Material thickness — bead rollers and shrinkers are rated in gauge; match to your sheet metal
• Throat depth — deeper throats handle larger panels
• Power vs. manual — electric machines increase speed and consistency for production work

Metal Forming FAQ

What is a bead roller used for? It adds raised lines (beads) to sheet metal for strength and appearance.

What does an English wheel do? It smooths and shapes metal panels without hammer marks.

Do forming machines work on aluminum? Yes, most handle aluminum, steel, and copper.