Types of Shearing Machines: A Guide to Flying Shear Machines & Beyond

2025-04-03

Shearing machines come in diverse configurations to meet industrial demands. Below, we break down key types—including flying shear machines—with technical specs and application insights.

1. High-Speed Flying Shear Straightening Machine

The Productivity Powerhouse

Key Features:

✅ Max speed: 120m/min (≈393.7 ft/min)

✅ PLC-controlled variable speed

✅ Continuous cutting & straightening

Applications:

Construction rebar processing

Bulk wire rod cutting (e.g., Ø5–16mm steel)

Case Study: A UAE steel plant boosted output by 35% using a flying shear machine for 8mm rebars.

2. Servo-Driven Shearing Machine

Precision Cutting for Delicate Materials

Parameter Specification

Accuracy ±0.1mm

Material Compatibility Titanium, Nitinol, Copper

Motor Type Yaskawa/Mitsubishi servos

Applications:

Medical stent component trimming

Aerospace wire harnesses

3. Multi-Function Straightening & Cutting System

All-in-One Efficiency

Features:

Integrated straightening, shearing, and stacking

Safety auto-stop on wire breakage

15-program memory for rapid job switching

Ideal For:

Automotive wiring harness production

Cable manufacturing (e.g., 4–25mm diameters)

4. Portable Compact Shearing Machine

Workshop Flexibility

Advantages:

✅ Noise: <60dB (quieter than office chatter)

✅ Modes: Manual/auto switching

✅ Footprint: 0.8m² (fits tight spaces)

Use Cases:

Repair shops cutting Ø1–10mm wires

Prototyping labs requiring quick adjustments

Technical Comparison Table

Type	Speed	Accuracy	Best For
Flying Shear	120m/min	±1mm	High-volume rebar
Servo-Driven	30m/min	±0.1mm	Medical devices
Multi-Function	60m/min	±0.5mm	Automotive cables
Portable	15m/min	±0.3mm	Small-batch jobs