Whilst fiercely loyal to the Amada line-up of machines since starting the business in 2005, we’ve never been afraid to invest in the best technology available. In 2020, we became the first company in New Zealand to install a 12kW Bystronic ByStar fibre laser — a major step forward in our laser cutting capability.
Today, with both our Bystronic ByStar and Amada Regius 12kW fibre lasers, seven Amada press brakes and an extensive range of sheet metal machinery on the floor, our aim remains simple: invest in the best and most advanced equipment available, and use it to deliver better quality, greater capacity and faster production for our customers.
Laser Cutting Machines
Laser cutting technology continues to advance rapidly, and we continue to invest in the equipment and technology needed to keep pace. This helps us improve cut quality, increase production speed and expand what we can offer our customers.
With two 12kW fibre lasers operating from our Auckland facility, we have the capacity and flexibility to take on everything from one-off components to high-volume production, while maintaining the quality and accuracy our customers expect.
Amada Regius 3015AJ 12kW Fibre Laser
The Amada Regius 3015AJ 12kW fibre laser is one of the most advanced machines in our laser cutting department. Its high-speed linear drive system, Variable Beam Control technology and 12kW oscillator deliver exceptional speed, accuracy and productivity across a wide range of materials and thicknesses.
Designed for highly automated operation, the Regius features intelligent functions including lens monitoring, collision recovery, automatic nozzle changing and nozzle centering — helping us maintain consistent cutting quality while maximizing production efficiency.
Combined with our Bystronic ByStar 12kW, the Regius gives Hi-Tech Metals two high-powered fibre lasers and the capacity, flexibility and redundancy to keep production moving.
Bystronic ByStar 12kW Fibre Laser
Our Bystronic ByStar 12kW fibre laser has been a powerhouse in our laser cutting department since its installation in 2020. Hi-Tech Metals was proud to be the first company in New Zealand to install this powerful 12kW machine.
Built for high-speed, high-quality fibre laser cutting, the ByStar delivers excellent productivity across mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium, from thin sheet through to heavier plate.
Working alongside our Amada Regius 12kW, the ByStar provides the production capacity needed to handle both urgent one-off work and demanding repeat production runs from our Auckland facility.
Folding & Pressing Machines
Amada press brakes have been at the heart of our folding department since Hi-Tech Metals began in 2005. Over the years we’ve travelled the world and seen some incredible machinery, but the accuracy, speed and reliability of Amada equipment has continued to make it the right fit for us.
Today we operate six Amada press brakes at our East Tamaki facility, giving us the flexibility to handle everything from small, intricate components and prototypes through to larger folded parts and repeat production runs.
THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY…
Our folding department combines a range of press brake sizes and technologies, including automatic tool changing and advanced back gauge systems. This allows us to match each job to the most suitable machine, reducing set-up times and keeping production moving efficiently.
Our machines are linked directly with our programming and Amada bending software, allowing complex components to be programmed and stored for accurate, efficient repeat production. Advanced 3D modelling also helps us develop and prove more complicated folded components before they reach the machine.
With six press brakes available, we’re not reliant on one machine to keep folding work moving. That capacity gives us greater flexibility when scheduling urgent jobs, prototypes and production runs — particularly when components require multiple operations or different machine capabilities.
WHAT SETS US APART FROM THE REST
Great equipment is only part of the equation. Our experienced operators, programming capability and quality processes allow us to take on folding work that can be difficult to produce consistently.
Depending on the requirements of the job, we can use templates, dial-gauge checking frames and go/no-go gauges to verify critical dimensions and repeatability. Where required, we have the capability to check production batches to tolerances of ±0.2 degrees and ±0.2mm.
Amada Press Brake EGB-1303-ATC
The Amada EGB-1303-ATC combines 130 tonnes of pressing force with a 3-metre bending length, giving us additional capacity for larger and more complex folded components.
Its advanced back gauge and triple-finger system allow us to fold components with curved or tapered edges more efficiently, while the Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) reduces set-up time by automatically selecting and positioning the required tooling.
As an all-electric press brake, the EGB also delivers excellent accuracy, repeatability and energy efficiency. Combined with its large tool library, it gives us greater flexibility across everything from complex one-off components through to repeat production runs.
Super proud of the addition of the EGB-1303-ATC to bolster our range!
Amada Press Brake HDS-1303
The Amada HDS-1303 combines hydraulic and servo-driven technology to deliver accurate, repeatable folding across a wide range of components. Its 3-metre bending length makes it a versatile part of our folding department, particularly for larger components and repeat production where consistency is critical.
Amada Press Brake EG-6013
Compact, fast and incredibly capable, the Amada EG-6013 is ideal for smaller and more intricate folded components. With 60 tonnes of pressing force and a bending length of up to 1200mm, it gives us excellent accuracy and repeatability without tying up one of our larger press brakes.
Amada Press Brake EG-6013
We operate two Amada EG-6013 press brakes, giving us dedicated capacity for smaller components and repeat production. Having two identical machines provides greater flexibility when scheduling work, helps reduce bottlenecks and allows smaller folding jobs to keep moving efficiently through production.
Amada Press Brake HG-1003-ATC
The Amada HG-1003-ATC combines exceptional accuracy and repeatability with an Automatic Tool Changer that dramatically reduces set-up time between jobs. While the machine automatically loads the required tooling, the operator can prepare components for production, allowing work to move efficiently from one job to the next.
This makes the HG-1003-ATC particularly valuable for complex components, prototypes and repeat production runs where fast set-ups and consistent folding are essential.
Amada Press Brake HG-1303
The Amada HG-1303 gives us 130 tonnes of pressing force across a 3-metre bending length, making it ideal for larger and longer folded components.
Its advanced AMNC 3i controller, combined with excellent accuracy and repeatability, allows our operators to set up complex folding work efficiently and maintain consistent results across both one-off components and repeat production runs.
With multiple 3-metre press brakes in our line-up, the HG-1303 adds valuable capacity and flexibility to our folding department, helping us keep larger components moving through production without creating unnecessary bottlenecks.
Amada Press Brake EGB-1303
The Amada EGB-1303 adds further capacity and flexibility to our folding department, helping us keep work moving efficiently through production.
With another 3-metre press brake in our line-up, we have greater flexibility when scheduling both one-off components and repeat production runs, while reducing the potential for bottlenecks between laser cutting and folding.
The EGB-1303 is another valuable addition to our extensive Amada press brake line-up and continues our investment in modern folding technology.
Deburring
Timesaver 32 Series 1100 WRBW
Our Timesaver 32 Series gives laser-cut components a clean, consistent deburred edge finish while significantly reducing manual finishing time. It allows us to efficiently remove sharp edges and burrs from cut parts, improving both component quality and safe handling.
With deburring available in-house, components can move directly from laser cutting through to finishing, folding or further fabrication — helping us maintain quality and keep production moving efficiently.
