At Riteweld Engineering, we’re always looking for ways to deliver greater efficiency, better accuracy, and faster turnaround for our clients. That’s why we’ve invested in a powerful new Brake Press—bringing advanced metal bending services in-house to better support our clients that rival any in the UK fabrication industry.
From simple folds to complex custom profiles, we can now produce high-quality results in-house using high-precision bending technology. If you need reliable, cost-effective steel bending for your next project, we have the tools—and the team—to deliver.
What Is Metal Bending?
Metal bending is a key part of many fabrication projects. It’s the process of shaping sheet or plate metal into a defined angle or contour using applied pressure and exact force. This allows manufacturers to create everything from brackets and channels to enclosures and architectural profiles—without welding multiple parts.
Our new Brake Press forms metal with controlled pressure, offering a high degree of repeatable accuracy across large or small batch runs. If you’re looking for metal bending services in Oxfordshire or across the UK, Riteweld can help.
Introducing Our In-House Brake Press
At the centre of our metal bending capabilities is our brand-new Brake Press, which now works seamlessly alongside our CNC laser cutter. Together, these two machines allow us to produce fully custom metal components—from laser cutting to final bends—all under one roof. Our metal bending services are ideal for both large-scale production and one-off jobs.
Brake Press Specifications:
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🏋️♂️ Capacity: Up to 320 tons
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📏 Bending Length: Up to 4 metres
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📐 Folding Capability: Up to 12mm thick material
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🎯 Bend Accuracy: ±0.3 degrees
This level of precision is ideal for industries that require tight tolerances and clean, repeatable bends across large components or complex part profiles.
Why Use Riteweld for Your Metal Bending Services?
With our in-house Brake Press, we can now fulfil both simple and advanced metal bending jobs without outsourcing. This gives our clients a major advantage:
✅ High Flexibility
Whether you need one-off parts or full production runs, our setup allows us to adapt quickly to your requirements—with minimal setup time and maximum efficiency.
✅ Cost-Effective Solutions
By handling cutting and bending in-house, we remove third-party delays, transport costs, and duplicated processes. That means lower overall project costs for you.
✅ Fast Turnaround Times
We optimise productivity through automated programming that eliminates the need for trial bending. That means shorter lead times without compromising quality.
✅ Customised Results
Every job is configured to your exact needs, from material selection to bend profile. We work from CAD drawings, technical specs, or prototypes to deliver fully tailored solutions.
What We Bend in Our Metal Bending Services
Thanks to the combination of cutting and forming equipment, we can handle a wide variety of materials and project sizes, including:
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Mild steel
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Stainless steel
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Aluminium
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Structural plate
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Galvanised and coated sheets
Our bending services are commonly used for:
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Architectural components
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Custom brackets and frames
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Electrical enclosures
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Support structures
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Guard rails and barriers
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Bespoke fittings for construction
If you’re unsure whether your part is suitable for brake pressing, our technical team can advise on material limits, folding radius, and design feasibility.
Designed to Save You Time and Money
At Riteweld Engineering, we understand the pressures of modern manufacturing and construction. You need reliable partners who can deliver fast, accurate results without compromising quality.
By investing in high-spec metal bending technology, we’re helping our clients cut lead times, simplify project logistics, and meet tighter deadlines. By offering in-house metal bending services, we reduce cost and lead time for our clients.
From prototyping to full production, we can support every stage of your fabrication project. Our workshop in Banbury, Oxfordshire, is fully equipped to serve businesses across Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and the wider UK.
Why Precision Matters
Bend accuracy might seem like a small detail—but in steelwork, small errors can cause big issues. A component that’s even 1 degree out can affect how parts align during installation or welding.
Our Brake Press achieves a bend accuracy of ±0.3°, ensuring your components are consistently shaped and ready to fit first time—whether they’re going into architectural steelwork, structural frames, or mechanical assemblies.
Your One-Stop Fabrication Partner
With the combination of in-house laser cutting and metal bending, Riteweld can now handle a wider range of fabrication work without delay or third-party reliance.
We’re already supporting projects in:
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Structural steel frameworks
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Architectural detailing
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Sheet metal product manufacturing
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Agricultural equipment
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Staircases, balustrades, and brackets
Whether you’re designing a product, building a property, or fitting out an industrial unit, we can help make your steel components faster, better, and more cost-effective.
Get a Quote for Metal Bending
Need a quote for a bending job? Have drawings or prototypes to discuss?
📍 We’re based in Banbury and support clients across Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and the UK.
📞 Call our team or visit www.riteweldengineering.co.uk
📐 Upload your drawings or send us your requirements
⏱ Fast turnaround | 🔧 High accuracy | 🚚 Nationwide delivery
Let’s make your next project more efficient—with precision bending from Riteweld Engineering.