Metal forming machines
innovation and precision by LEIFELD

Metal forming is a key technology that significantly determines the development and performance of our modern industry. From the automotive industry to hydrogen applications, lighting, wind energy, oil & gas, food & chemical industry and aerospace – components manufactured by metal forming machines can be found everywhere. In this demanding field, Leifeld Metal Spinning GmbH has established itself as one of the leading machine tool manufacturers in special machine construction with the LEIFELD and NIHON SPINDLE brands. With over 130 years of experience and team members worldwide, we develop individual solutions for chipless metal forming in your industry!

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What are flow forming machines?

Metal fabrication tools such as spinning and flow forming machines form metals without cutting, i.e. without material loss. In contrast to machining processes (e.g. milling or turning), that produce chips, the metal is permanently deformed by targeted pressure during chipless forming – for example in the form of a round blank or a preform that forms the desired contour when rotated around a forming mandrel. The material therefore flows under force along a predetermined shape – precisely, efficiently and gently. Depending on the metal forming process, heat and special tools are also used to optimize the forming behavior. This results in rotationally symmetrical components made from a wide variety of materials ideal for applications with special requirements in terms of dimensional accuracy, weight, stability and cost-effectiveness.

As an internationally experienced manufacturer of metal forming machines, we at LEIFELD have been developing and manufacturing innovative and application-specific solutions that set standards worldwide since 1891. You too can rely on our expertise in metal forming machinery!

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Flow forming and spinning machines from LEIFELD

LEIFELD metal forming machinery is more than just technology – it is a key to value creation and process innovation. Our metal fabrication tools enable companies to implement new production routes, increase their productivity and set themselves apart from the competition in the long term.

Every industry places individual demands on spinning and forming machines. That is why we at LEIFELD focus on maximum flexibility, in-depth process understanding and customer orientation. We are proud to make a significant contribution to the further development of various industries worldwide with our metalworking machinery.

Thanks to our intensive development work, our close exchange with customers and our in-house team of experts, we create innovative machines for industrial metal shaping that outperform conventional processes and are precisely tailored to our customers' requirements. Over 145 patents and numerous tried-and-tested Industry 4.0 applications are proof of our innovative edge.

We also have a globally unique application center where all forming machines can be experienced under one roof. Here, customers have the opportunity to test a wide variety of metal forming machines live. Furthermore, they have the chance to manufacture prototypes and small series or carry out tests and trials under real conditions. The center also serves the continuous research and development of new solutions for chipless metal forming.

From the initial consultation, component design and process development to simulations, machine installation, commissioning and after-sales service: We support our customers holistically – competently, reliably and in a spirit of partnership