What’s the Best Way to Mass-Produce Chinese Traditional Fan Frames?

With the rise of Guochao (Chinese-style trends), traditional Chinese folding fans have surged in popularity for both cultural and commercial use. At the heart of these fans lies a crucial component — the fan frame. To meet growing demand, manufacturers must ensure both production speed and precision, especially when working with 2–6mm iron wire.

 

This is where a small 2D CNC iron wire bending machine from Jinchun Mechanical Equipment makes a game-changing difference. Engineered for high-efficiency wire forming, this automatic bender and ring making machine helps businesses scale output while maintaining excellent quality — the perfect answer to the industry's evolving needs.

 

Why Do Chinese Fan Frames Require an Efficient Production Solution?

Though small in size, the fan frame poses unique production challenges:

Material complexity: Fan frames often use hard iron wire (2–6mm), demanding precise bending angles (±180° adjustable) to prevent deformation or snapping.

Order surges: Cultural products typically face seasonal or trend-driven spikes in demand, making manual or semi-automatic equipment unsustainable.

Strict quality standards: Uniform curvature and clean cuts are essential to ensure aesthetics and structural stability post-assembly.

Traditional methods relying on manual work deliver low efficiency (under 500 pcs/day) and inconsistent precision. Jinchun's 2D CNC wire bender introduces automation to eliminate these limitations — making bulk production of decorative iron wire frames fast, precise, and repeatable.

 

How Does the Jinchun 2D CNC Bending Machine Solve These Challenges?

Built by one of the trusted 2D CNC wire bending machine manufacturers, this system provides breakthroughs in automation, accuracy, and adaptability:

➤ Triple the Efficiency with Full Automation

Equipped with 3 feed rollers (Cr12 steel, HRC 58–62°) and a 2–6 axis servo control system, the machine performs automatic wire feeding, bending, cutting — all in one streamlined workflow.

Supports iron wire from 2mm to 6mm, with forming speeds of 10–15 pcs/min.

Real-world case: A cultural product manufacturer in Pingxiang, Jiangxi reduced order lead time from 15 to 5 days, scaling daily output beyond 5,000 units.

⚙️Precision Forming for Superior Product Consistency

Uses Swedish Cr12 molds (58–62° hardness) and a 3D gearbox design to form complex bends (e.g., 120° or 150°) with <0.5mm feed accuracy — over 5x more precise than industry norms.

The 32-bit controller with touchscreen UI supports 4,000 pre-stored programs for seamless changeovers — no manual calibration required.

 

➤ Flexible for Multiple Fan Frame Designs

Compatible with round, flat, or square wire, and handles SKD11/51-grade 2–6mm materials without needing frequent die changes.

Easily switch between programs to handle different frame sizes (long-handle, short-handle fans) with zero tooling downtime.

 

Core Technical Specs at a Glance

Feature	Technology Highlight	Production Advantage
Power System	380V three-phase + Inovance servo motors	Fast, synchronized bending with <0.1mm deviation
Storage Capacity	4,000 program groups, 300 actions preloaded	Fast product switching, reusable templates
Pneumatic Setup	One solenoid valve + one air cylinder	Controlled force prevents wire dents or deformation
HMI Interface	Bilingual (EN/CN) touchscreen + remote program upload	User-friendly, customizable UI
Mechanical Build	3 precision feed rollers (Ra ≤ 0.8μm), 4-axis gearbox	Smooth wire handling, complex bends in one motion

Case Study: Jiangxi Manufacturer Boosts Output by 10x

A cultural product company in Pingxiang faced a challenging order: 50,000 traditional fans from a rising Guochao brand. With old machinery, they could only produce 1,000 pcs/day — with a 15% defect rate.

After upgrading to Jinchun’s small 2D CNC iron wire bending machine, results were immediate:

Output leap: 20–25 pcs/min production rate = 9,600–12,000 pcs/day on a single 8-hour shift.

Precision upgrade: Bending angle tolerance <±0.5mm, burr rate <0.3%, pass rate >98.5%.

Cost savings: No need for skilled labor, compact footprint (1.5㎡), 22% drop in production costs.

“This machine didn’t just solve our immediate delivery pressure — it set us up to scale further,” said the production manager.

 

Conclusion: Empowering Traditional Craft with Modern Automation

The rising popularity of traditional Chinese fans reflects a deeper trend — blending heritage with innovation. Jinchun’s 2D CNC wire bending machine for ring making and forming is a proven solution to mass-produce quality iron fan frames with speed and precision.

From 2mm to 6mm wires, from 1,000 to 100,000 orders — this automated wire bender enables manufacturers to reduce waste, boost output, and deliver “Made in China” precision with pride.

➤ Explore our full range of machines or request a demo at Jinchun Mechanical Equipment's official site. Take the leap toward smart manufacturing today!