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Modern sheet metal factories are evolving fast—but many are still struggling with outdated machines, frequent downtime, and high labor costs. Relying on conventional bending, punching, or laser equipment slows down the entire production line and drives up operating expenses.
Integrating advanced CNC panel benders, turret punching machines, and laser cutting units can transform your production floor. These automated machines offer greater flexibility, higher precision, and faster cycle times—while reducing the need for manual labor and setup delays.
A CNC panel bender is a fully automated sheet metal forming machine that bends metal panels with unmatched speed, precision, and consistency. Unlike conventional press brakes, panel benders use rotary bending and servo-driven blades to shape panels on all four sides without flipping or repositioning.
In short: Panel benders replace the need for manual flipping and complex setups, allowing sheet metals to be bent faster, safer, and smarter.
| Feature | CNC Panel Bender | Traditional Press Brake |
|---|---|---|
| Bending Speed | Up to 3–5× faster | Slower with manual repositioning |
| Operator Involvement | Minimal (fully automated) | High (manual loading, aligning, etc.) |
| Setup Time | <3 minutes per batch | 10–20 minutes or more |
| Edge Accuracy & Repeatability | ±0.2 mm typical | Depends on tooling + operator skill |
| Best For | High-mix, small batch, cabinet & door parts | Simple parts, low-volume production |
STON’s automatic panel bender machines are ideal for cabinet manufacturers, door factories, and any sheet metal job shop looking to boost forming throughput.
A turret punching machine is a high-speed CNC machine used to punch holes and cut shapes into sheet metal. It uses a rotating turret with multiple tool stations to punch, emboss, form, or mark metal sheets.
Unlike laser cutters, turret punch presses are more cost-effective for punching patterns, louvers, or small perforations—and they can form flanges and countersinks in one setup.
STON offers multiple configurations of CNC turret punching machines, all designed for high-volume precision metalworking.
🛠 Tool Flexibility – Use up to 40+ tools in one turret
⚡ Fast Indexing Speed – Ideal for punching large sheets
💡 Automatic Sheet Clamping – Reduces setup time
📏 Repeatable Accuracy – Perfect for telecom cabinets, appliances, HVAC panels
🔄 Compatible with Sheet Metal Handling Systems
Whether you’re punching for filing cabinets, electrical panels, or telecom enclosures, a CNC turret punch machine improves part quality and throughput.
A CNC laser cutting machine uses high-powered lasers (typically fiber lasers) to cut sheet metal with precision edges and no mechanical contact. It’s the go-to tool for contour cutting, nested parts, and high-volume production.
Compared to turret punch presses, laser cutting units offer:
🔥 Clean, burr-free cuts on stainless, mild steel, and aluminum
📐 Zero tooling required—just program and cut
🧠 Integration with automatic loading & unloading systems
💨 Faster setup for mixed-batch production
🔄 Compatible with WMS and smart sheet metal automation
STON’s laser cutter for metal lines support up to 12,000W with automated exchange tables, dual shuttle beds, and robotic loaders.
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To stay competitive in today’s fast-paced manufacturing world, more factories are building automated production cells using:
🟧 A CNC turret punching machine for perforating, louvering, or embossing
🟦 A CNC panel bender or automatic panel bending machine for fast forming
🟥 A laser cutting unit for complex part shapes and edge finishing
➕ Optional: Automatic loading and unloading systems, conveyors, and WMS
Together, these machines form an automated sheet metal bending and cutting line that replaces outdated manual workflows.
STON’s automated sheet metal bending machines are widely used across industries where precision, speed, and scalability are key:
| Industry | Typical Application Examples |
|---|---|
| Electrical Cabinet Manufacturing | Bending & punching door panels, backplates, enclosures |
| Kitchenware / Appliances | Stainless front panels, side frames, internal support parts |
| HVAC Ducting | Sheet metal air ducts, control box panels |
| Telecom / Network Equipment | Enclosures, racks, chassis with punch-louver features |
| Metal Furniture & Racking | Locker doors, shelving, workstation panels |
| Elevator / Lift Panels | Car walls, display casings, stainless trim |
| EV Charging Enclosures | Outdoor panel structures, rain-resistant cabinet parts |
These machines allow parts to be fabricated at scale—with minimal operator intervention and excellent part-to-part repeatability.
One of the key strengths of STON’s equipment is seamless integration. We design every panel bender, turret punching machine, and laser cutting machine with automation in mind:
🔄 Compatible with robotic arms, pallet changers, and auto loaders
💻 Interface-ready for MES, WMS, and ERP systems
📦 Works with automated sheet metal storage & retrieval systems
🧰 Fully prepared for one-click part programming and nesting software
📡 Remote diagnostics & Industry 4.0 connectivity options included
This makes STON systems ideal for system integrators, automation retrofit partners, and OEMs building out smart sheet metal factories.
Choosing STON means:
✔ A proven panel bender manufacturer with global export experience
✔ Full CNC turret punch press and laser cutting machine lines under one roof
✔ Complete OEM/ODM capabilities and custom automation integration
✔ Fast delivery, stable support, and CE-compliant designs
✔ Over 95+ countries served and counting
Whether you're upgrading an existing line or starting a new project, STON will customize a CNC solution for your production.
