Sheet Metal Bending
Ankay Büküm in Ankara Ostim provides sheet metal bending services with 3 and 4-roll hydraulic machines, 2-60 mm thickness capacity.
What Is Sheet Metal Bending?
Sheet metal bending (plate rolling) is a metal forming process in which flat steel plates are shaped into cylindrical, conical, or custom geometric forms using hydraulic plate rolling machines. At Ankay Büküm (Ankay Makina), based in the Ostim Industrial District of Ankara, Turkey, we operate 3-roll and 4-roll hydraulic bending machines capable of processing plates from 2 mm to 60 mm thick and up to 3000 mm wide. With over 30 years of experience in metal forming since 1983, our team delivers solutions across Turkey for a wide range of industrial projects.
Application Areas
- Hydropower Plants (HPP): Rolling penstock pipe segments in cylindrical and conical form, diameters from DN300 to DN3000
- Cement and Mining: Rotary kiln shells, silo mantles, hoppers, and conveyor drums requiring large-diameter plate rolling
- Agricultural Machinery: Irrigation drums, belt drums, and agricultural equipment housings with precision bending
- Pressure Vessels: Boiler shells, tank bodies, and storage vessel fabrication with high-tolerance cylindrical rolling
- Steel Structures and Bridges: Tubular profiles, steel columns, and beam elements for structural plate bending
Technical Capacity and Specifications
Our facility houses both 3-roll and 4-roll hydraulic plate rolling machines. The 4-roll machines process plates up to 60 mm thick and 3000 mm wide. Minimum bending diameter varies by material thickness and width: DN150 for thin plates, DN500 and above for heavy plates. We process carbon steel, stainless steel (AISI 304, 316L), and aluminum materials.
Quality Assurance
All sheet metal bending operations are carried out under our EN ISO 3834-2 welding quality management system. Post-bending dimensional inspection, surface quality checks, and NDT (non-destructive testing) are applied as required. We hold EN 1090-2 steel structure fabrication compliance capability.
At Ankay Büküm, we develop project-specific solutions for every client. From single pieces to serial production, our technical team works alongside you to determine the optimal method and material for your sheet metal bending needs. With over 30 years of expertise and a modern machine park, we serve clients from Ankara across all of Turkey. Contact us today for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sheet metal bending and what is it used for?
Sheet metal bending (plate rolling) is a metal forming process where flat steel plates are rolled into a specific diameter and shape using plate rolling machines. It is a fundamental manufacturing step in producing penstock pipes, tanks, silos, boiler shells, and other industrial cylindrical products.
What materials can be bent?
Carbon steel (S235, S355), stainless steel (AISI 304, 316L), aluminum, and special alloy plates are processed. Thickness ranges from 2 mm to 60 mm, and width up to 3000 mm.
What is Ankay Büküm's sheet metal bending capacity?
Our 3-roll and 4-roll hydraulic machines bend plates up to 60 mm thick and 3000 mm wide. Cylindrical and conical rolling is available from DN150 to DN3000 diameter range.
What products are made with sheet metal bending?
Penstock pipe segments, silo mantles, boiler shells, tank jackets, rotary kiln bodies, conveyor drums, and steel structural elements in cylindrical or conical forms are produced.
How are pricing and delivery times determined?
Pricing is determined on a project basis according to material type, thickness, diameter, quantity, and tolerance requirements. Standard jobs take 3-5 business days; larger projects require detailed scheduling. Contact us for a quotation.
