At Profelez, we have different machines that form various shapes called “Notches” over metal plates. Notching generally means cutting notches in metal. It is considered a shearing-related metalworking procedure that utilizes a punch press to cut unwanted material from the edges of a product. Based on shape, notching could be rectangular, circular, or other polygons. For example, think of a square in the middle of a plate for passing a tube.

There are different notching systems, each of which uses a separate mechanism for material removal. Tube notching is utilized on hollow metal pieces to remove excess material. Notching tubes are often used to join tubes and form a specific joint, which is welded afterward. An example of notching would be in the fabrication of bicycle frames.

Notching allows us to create complex shapes for our customers. The sheet metal takes the shape of the punch used in the process. If you desire a unique shape, a special tool and die set should be created for your material. This system can be performed on different materials, such as aluminum, steel, stainless steel, and high-carbon steel, considered a strong material.

Profelez is equipped with the most modern CNC routers, which can cut and create shapes on any metal material at a low cost in a small amount of time. These machines typically use computer numerical control to route any path on a sheet metal, which is predefined by the designer or operator. They reduce waste and affect positively productivity.