V and F Sheet Metal Co Ltd

V and F Sheet Metal are a UK Hampshire based sheet metal fabrication, sheet metal work and sub-contract engineering company. We provide sheet metal manufacturing services including CNC punching, CNC laser cutting, CNC bending, welding and press work. Using the latest CAD/CAM software modelling for the best accuracy and speed of sheet metal blank development for our in house CNC punching and CNC laser cutting processes. Supporting a wide range of industries in the UK from electronics to lighting, heating and audio.

Established in Fareham, Hampshire in 1985, with the ability to handle engineering projects from one off small batches of bespoke sheet metal work to high volume power press work V and F Sheet Metal are flexible enough to offer you the complete sub-contract sheet metal fabrication service for your growing company. Regular deliveries to Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester, Eastleigh, Andover, Basingstoke and other towns in Hampshire from our factory in Fareham is easy. Over-night pallet and small package deliveries right across the UK for those who need it is offered to ease sheet metal component supply.

We have grown to a size where we can offer a complete sub-contract sheet metal fabrication and sheet metal work service to our customers right across the UK. This can include advice on the suitability of sheet metal work designs for manufacturing, sub-assembly work or sub-contract finishing and treatments to your specification e.g. zinc plating, alocrom 1200 / 1000, iridite NCP, surtec 650, silver and black anodising, powder coating, wet painting and screen printing. Continually investing in the latest CNC manufacturing equipment and CAD/CAM software enables us to offer the best combination of quality and price to suit your sub-contract engineering and sheet metal fabrication requirements.

We have a long history of working with UK based lighting companies to reduce their sheet metal fabrication costs and improve the quality of their sub-contract engineering/sheet metal work projects. With many standard CNC punching tools and material set-up costs can be kept to a minimum when considering new sheet metal fabrication projects.

Sheet Metal Enclosures and sheet metal housings for the electronics industry
Reflectors and sheet metal fabrications for the UK lighting industry
Sheet Metal Perforated Ventilation and Speaker grilles for the heating and audio industries
Front panel electronics and rack mount sheet metal work
Welded assemblies - thin gauge to 6mm sheet metal fabrications in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
CNC punching using Trumpf CNC punch presses
CNC laser cutting with our Trumpf 3030 3KW fibre laser cutting machine
CAD/CAM processes supported by Radan 3D and 2D software to aid CNC punching and laser cutting
Sheet Metal CNC bending up to 3.0M long (7 press brakes), including 3 Trumpf 7036 CNC press brakes and a 3M Safan e-Brake CNC press brake
Tig, Mig, Gas, Spot and Stud sheet metal fabrication welding capacity
Power press sheet metal work up to 50 tons with custom press tools

Where can I get sheet metal work? Look no further if you are looking for CNC punching, CNC laser cutting, CNC bending and other sheet metal working processes:

For further information and to discuss your personal sheet metal project requirements call us on 01489 577786.

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CNC folding custom made mild steel sheet metal covers

27 November 2023

https://www.vandf.co.uk/tooling/what-is-cnc-bending/

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) folding in sheet metal work offers a multitude of advantages that have revolutionized the manufacturing industry. One of the primary benefits is precision. CNC folding ensures accuracy and consistency in bending sheet metal, resulting in high-quality finished products with tight tolerances. The automation aspect of CNC folding contributes to increased efficiency and faster production rates. This not only reduces labor costs but also enables manufacturers to meet tight deadlines and handle large-scale production runs effectively.

Another advantage is versatility. CNC folding machines can handle a wide range of sheet metal thicknesses and materials, allowing for the production of diverse and complex components. The programmability of CNC systems facilitates quick and easy adjustments, making it possible to switch between different designs and prototypes with minimal downtime. Additionally, CNC folding eliminates the need for extensive manual labor and reduces the risk of errors, ensuring a safer working environment.

Cost-effectiveness is a significant perk of CNC folding in sheet metal work. The precise control over the folding process minimizes material waste, optimizing resource utilization and ultimately reducing overall production costs. Furthermore, the repeatability of CNC folding results in consistent product quality, reducing the likelihood of defects and the associated costs of rework.

In summary, CNC folding in sheet metal work offers advantages such as precision, efficiency, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. These benefits collectively contribute to the enhanced competitiveness and success of manufacturers in today's dynamic and demanding market.

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