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Folding machines are industrial machines used to shape sheet metal by bending the material to precise angles. They are primarily used in sheet metal processing to produce components for construction, ventilation, roofing, and façade systems.

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CIDAN Up/Down folder FORMA Z

Efficient bending of complex details.

The most complex parts can be manufactured with multiple tool sets without moving the tools.

Type of folder

Up / down

Working length

3200 / 4100 mm

Capacity

3 or 2 mm

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CIDAN folding machine FORMA

Strength, speed, flexibility, and ease of use in one.

CIDANs FORMA operates quickly and is kind to the operator with short times for tool changes, which reduces setup times to a minimum.

Type of folder

Folder

Working length

3200 / 4100 mm

Capacity

3 or 2,5 mm

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CIDAN folding machine FX PLUS

Unmatched precision in angles and dimensions.

CIDAN’s FX PLUS is equipped with automatic sheet thickness adjustment and automatic bending center adjustment!

Type of folder

Folder

Working length

2600 / 3200 / 4100 mm

Capacity

2,5 or 2 mm

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FAQ

A metal folder is used to bend and form sheet metal with high precision. In construction, industrial fabrication, ventilation, roofing and façade work, metal folders are used to produce parts with accurate angles, consistent quality and high repeatability. CIDAN folding machines are developed to make sheet metal processing faster, easier and more profitable, whether production takes place in a smaller workshop or in a more automated industrial environment.

For architectural metal, roofing and façade work, the right metal folder depends on working length, material thickness, the complexity of the parts and how frequently the machine is used. Smaller manual folders are well suited for simpler jobs and complementary bending, while motorized folding machines such as the CIDAN F, FS, FX or FORMA are better choices for higher production volumes, greater flexibility and more demanding sheet metal parts. For more complex parts, up/down folders such as the FORMA Z or PRO Z can be an efficient alternative, as they can bend in both positive and negative directions.

A manual folder is a simple and robust choice for smaller sheets, service work and simpler bending tasks. A motorized folding machine offers higher capacity, a faster workflow and better repeatability in recurring production. For companies that want to make their sheet metal processing more efficient, a motorized folding machine from CIDAN can help reduce setup times, improve consistency and create a more ergonomic working environment.

Working length and capacity determine what type of sheet metal parts the folder can handle. A longer working length makes it possible to bend larger parts, while higher capacity makes the machine suitable for thicker material. CIDAN’s range of metal folders includes everything from smaller manual models to powerful folding machines and up/down folders with working lengths up to 4100 mm and the capacity required for more demanding sheet metal processing.

A modern folding machine improves production efficiency by combining precision, speed, ease of use and flexibility. With the right machine, the operator can reduce setup times, improve repeatability and produce sheet metal parts with consistent quality. For companies within construction, industrial fabrication, roofing, façade work and ventilation, this means more stable production, less material waste and better control of the entire workflow.