What Ermaksan does

Ermaksan Makina is a privately held Turkish industrial machinery manufacturer founded in 1965 and headquartered in Bursa, operating from a 100,000 m² facility across three production plants with approximately 1,000 employees. The company designs and builds CNC sheet metal processing equipment — fiber laser cutting machines (FIBERMAK Momentum Gen-5, THUNDERBIRD, ROBIN, RANGER, FIBERTUBE), press brakes (EVO hybrid/servo, GREEN PRESS FX, BSCRW, SPEED-BEND PRO, POWER-BEND PRO, heavy-tonnage tandem/tridem), hydraulic shears, plasma cutters, and punch presses — alongside metal 3D printers under the ERMAKSAN ADDITIVE brand and optoelectronic components (fiber laser resonators, laser diodes, FBG sensors, CNC controllers) under the EON PHOTONICS brand. Vertical integration into fiber laser resonators at Turkey's first private-sector semiconductor optoelectronics R&D center, combined with an embedded AI assistant (ERAI), robotic automation (ERMAUTOMATION), and Industry 4.0 connectivity, distinguishes the technology stack from typical machinery OEMs that source these components externally. The ERAI multimodal AI assistant provides real-time operational guidance, while computer vision handles automatic scrap detection and beam alignment.

The company sells primarily through enterprise field sales augmented by an authorized distributor network reaching 120+ countries, with wholly-owned commercial subsidiaries ERMAKUSA (USA) and ERMAK Deutschland GmbH (Germany) providing direct market coverage in the two largest industrial machinery markets. Revenue is generated predominantly through one-time hardware sales of configured industrial equipment (laser cutting machines, press brakes, shears, plasma, punch presses), metal 3D printing systems and metal powders, optoelectronic components (both internally consumed and external sale), and a recurring after-sales stream covering technical service, spare parts, remote support, consulting, and Academy training. Customer financing is provided through a Kuveyt Türk partnership offering interest-free installment plans up to 12 months. End markets span automotive, aerospace and defense, heavy industry and shipbuilding, energy, furniture and architectural metalwork, general job shops, and additive manufacturing customers. Ownership remains with the founding Özkayan family, with no disclosed external institutional investors, private equity, or venture capital involvement.

Name

Ermaksan

Legal name

Ermaksan Makina

Website

https://ermaksan.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Ermaksan is a Turkish industrial machinery manufacturer (founded 1965, ~1,000 employees) producing CNC sheet metal processing equipment — fiber laser cutters, press brakes, shears, plasma cutters, and metal 3D printers — with proprietary in-house optoelectronics and AI-assisted automation, exporting to 120+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Metal Fabrication Machinery

NAICS

Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351), Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing (333515), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (3335)

SIC

Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Sheet Metal Machinery (Laser/Plasma/Waterjet Cutting, Punching) (IMAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC), Optoelectronics & Photonics (LED/Laser/Optical ICs) (HDAHAAAH), Optics & Laser/Light Engine Components (Lenses, Galvos, Laser Modules, UV Engines) (IMAAAIAC), Welding & Plasma Power Supplies (Industrial welders, cutting power sources) (IMAGADAI)

Keywords

• Fiber laser cutting
• CNC press brakes
• Metal fabrication machinery
• Metal additive manufacturing
• Hydraulic shearing machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Nilüfer

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Metal Fabrication Equipment Sales: Sale of CNC metal fabrication machinery including fiber laser cutting machines, press brakes, shears, plasma cutters, punch presses, and special/custom machines. Primary revenue stream with one-time hardware revenue.
2. Metal 3D Printing Systems and Metal Powders: Sale of ENAVISION series metal additive manufacturing machines and metal powders under the ERMAKSAN ADDITIVE brand.
3. Optoelectronic Components: Sale of fiber laser resonators, laser diodes, FBG sensors, and CNC controllers under the EON PHOTONICS brand to internal use and external customers.
4. After-Sales Services, Spare Parts, and Technical Support: Technical service, spare parts supply, remote support, consulting, and academy training services provided through Ermaksan's service division.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ermaksan designs, manufactures, and sells industrial metal fabrication machinery — fiber laser cutting machines, CNC press brakes, hydraulic shears, plasma cutters, punch presses, and tube/profile laser systems — alongside metal 3D printing systems under the ERMAKSAN ADDITIVE brand and proprietary optoelectronic components (fiber laser resonators, laser diodes, FBG sensors) under the EON PHOTONICS brand. Its products serve automotive, aerospace, defense, heavy industry, energy, and general sheet metal fabrication customers globally, supported by own subsidiaries in the USA and Germany and a 120+ country distributor network.

Product overview

Ermaksan is a Turkish industrial technology company founded in 1965, operating from a 100,000 m² facility in Bursa with ~1,000 employees and exports to 120+ countries. It operates subsidiaries ERMAKUSA (USA), ERMAK Deutschland GmbH (Germany), ERMAKSAN ADDITIVE (metal 3D printing), and EON PHOTONICS (optoelectronics/laser components). The product portfolio spans three core technology domains: (1) Sheet Metal Processing — covering laser cutting machines (FIBERMAK MOMENTUM GEN-5, FIBERMAK SIDE LOADING, THUNDERBIRD, THUNDERBIRD COMPETITION, ROBIN LAZER, RANGER), tube and profile lasers (FIBERTUBE, FIBERTUBE ECO, ROBIN BORU LAZER), press brakes (EVO-III, EVO-IV, GREEN PRESS FX SERVO, BSCRW, SPEED-BEND PRO, POWER-BEND PRO, POWER-BEND SEATER, MICRO BEND, ECO-BEND EXPERT, AĞIR TONAJ), hydraulic shears (CNC HVR, CNC HGD, CNC HGS), plasma cutters (EPL 3/5 EKSEN PLAZMA), and punch presses (ETP-S, ETP); (2) Additive Manufacturing — ENAVISION metal 3D printers, metal powders, and custom production services under ERMAKSAN ADDITIVE; and (3) Optoelectronics — laser power supplies, laser diodes, FBG sensors, and CNC controllers under EON PHOTONICS. The portfolio also includes automation solutions (TOWERMAK loading systems, ERMAUTOMATION robotic lines) and AI-powered ERAI assistant. Custom-configured large-format machines (FİBER LAZER ÖZEL MAKİNELER) and heavy-tonnage tandem/tridem press brake configurations extend the standard range for specialized applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ERMAKSAN ADDITIVE: Metal 3D printing and additive manufacturing brand - produces metal 3D printers, metal powders, and custom manufacturing services
• EON PHOTONICS
• ERMAUTOMATION
• FIBERMAK
• THUNDERBIRD
• ROBIN
• RANGER
• FIBERTUBE
• EVO
• GREEN PRESS

Products and services

• FIBERMAK MOMENTUM GEN-5 Next-generation fiber laser cutting machine with 2 kW to 30 kW power options, up to 4G acceleration, 21.5-inch multi-touch control panel, built-in AI-powered ERAI system, Industry 4.0 connectivity, bevel cutting up to 45°, 5-axis 3D cutting, automatic nozzle changing, and Metalix/Lantek CAD/CAM integration. Designed for high-volume industrial metal fabrication across automotive, aerospace, and heavy industry.
• FIBERMAK SIDE LOADING Compact fiber laser cutting machine for limited workshop spaces delivering full G-FORCE performance in a 68 m² footprint including loading/unloading unit. Features 2 kW to 30 kW power, 2.5G acceleration, 6000 kg max loading capacity, EtherCAT motion control, and 15% average productivity increase from servo motor technology.
• THUNDERBIRD Economical fiber laser cutting machine with 2 kW to 20 kW power, 3x1.5 m table, 1G acceleration, dual-pallet design for continuous production, and integrated Precitec ProCutter Thunder cutting head. Compact structure reduces investment and operating costs.
• THUNDERBIRD COMPETITION Entry-level fiber laser cutting machine designed for competitive market conditions; features MAX resonator, BOCHU cutting head, FSCUT CNC system, 2 to 20 kW power range with automatic focus adjustment, low operating costs, and fast investment payback.
• ROBIN LASER (ROBİN LAZER) Economical and high-efficiency fiber laser cutting machine series for budget-conscious operations, available in sizes from 3000x1500 mm to 12500x3100 mm including SL and Eco model variants. Provides reliable cutting quality, energy savings, and long-term durability.
• RANGER Portal-type fiber laser cutting machine for large-format sheet metal and extra-long part production; standard working lengths of 12 m, 14 m, and 26 m with custom configurations beyond 26 m. Supports dual-bridge/dual-cabin configurations, dual-head options, bevel cutting up to 45°, 5-axis 3D cutting, and up to 40 kW power for steel construction and shipbuilding.
• FIBERTUBE Fully automatic tube and profile fiber laser cutting machine processing round tubes (Ø20 to 150 mm), square tubes (20x20 to 140x140 mm), and rectangular tubes (20x30 to 100x150 mm) up to 7320 mm length. Features BECKHOFF CNC, 17 axes, 1G acceleration, Precitec ProCutter 2.0 cutting head, and Lantek/Metalix MTube CAD/CAM integration.
• FIBERTUBE ECO Semi-automatic/manual tube and profile fiber laser cutting machine processing round tubes up to Ø200 mm, square tubes up to 140x140 mm, and rectangular tubes up to 100x150 mm. Features BECKHOFF CNC, 10 axes, 0.5G acceleration, and Precitec LightCutter Auto-Focus cutting head.
• ROBIN TUBE LASER (ROBİN BORU LAZERİ) Versatile tube and profile laser cutting machine series available in automatic, semi-automatic, and manual configurations, processing round, square, and rectangular tubes with high precision and reliability for furniture manufacturing, exercise equipment, shelving, and architectural metalwork.
• EVO-III Hybrid Press Brake Hybrid hydraulic-servo press brake with closed-loop hydraulic system delivering up to 73% energy savings versus conventional hydraulic presses. Offers 2.1 to 6.1 m bending length, 100 to 600 ton capacity, 6-axis CNC, motorised crowning, 200 mm/s approach speed, and 63 dB noise level.
• EVO-IV Servo Hybrid Press Brake Servo hybrid press brake combining 100% servo motor technology with SPVM/SPLM closed-loop hydraulic system, delivering up to 65% energy savings, 130 L tank, up to 15 dB noise reduction, 1.27 to 6.1 m length, and 40 to 600 ton capacity.
• GREEN PRESS FX SERVO Fully electric servo-driven press brake with no hydraulic system; offers up to 69% energy savings versus conventional hydraulic presses, 1.6 to 3.1 m bending length, 40 to 100 ton capacity, 6-axis standard configuration, and zero oil usage for environmentally conscious manufacturing.
• BSCRW Screw-Drive Electric Press Brake 100% electric screw-driven press brake with servo-driven ball screw system offering 40 to 60 ton bending force, 1300/1600/2100 mm bending length, 4-axis configuration (Y1, Y2, X, R), up to 300 mm/s speed, zero oil usage, and silent operation.
• SPEED-BEND PRO Press Brake Hydraulic press brake for high-speed, high-precision bending with 1.27 to 6 m bending length, 40 to 600 ton capacity, very high cycle speed (200-10-190 mm/s), large throat depth up to 610 mm, and motorised or hydraulic crowning options.
• POWER-BEND PRO Press Brake Hydraulic press brake designed for superior bending quality across standard, stainless, thin, and thick sheet metals with 1 to 6 m bending length, 40 to 400 ton capacity, high cycle speed (180-10-135 mm/s), and robust monoblok ST44 steel frame.
• POWER-BEND SEATER Press Brake Compact hydraulic press brake designed for small, thin parts up to 1.27 m length and 60 ton bending force, featuring integrated knee-gap seating area, built-in working table, height-adjustable CNC control arm, and ergonomic operator workstation for seated operation.
• MICRO BEND Press Brake Small-format hydraulic press brake for compact parts offering 40 ton bending force, 1000 mm bending length, 3-axis configuration (Y1, Y2, X), ergonomic design with low stroke for high-volume small-part production.
• ECO-BEND EXPERT Press Brake Cost-effective hydraulic CNC press brake with 80 to 200 ton bending force and 2600 to 4270 mm bending length; features 12-inch 2D touch-screen, motorised or manual crowning options, and monoblok body construction for long-term durability.
• HEAVY TONNAGE (AĞIR TONAJ) Press Brakes Heavy-duty hydraulic press brakes for large-scale, high-power bending operations in shipbuilding, heavy machinery, energy, wind turbines, defense, and aerospace industries. Available in Tandem (2-machine) and Tridem (3-machine) configurations for synchronized ultra-long part bending.
• CNC HVR Hydraulic Swing-Beam Shear CNC hydraulic swing-beam guillotine shear with automatic hydraulic cutting angle and blade gap adjustment; offers 3 to 8 m cutting length, 6 to 40 mm cutting capacity, ERCUT 7 controller, 350 mm throat depth, and anti-twist system for narrow strip cutting.
• CNC HGD Hydraulic Swing-Beam Shear Hydraulic swing-beam shear with 3 to 4 m cutting length and 4 to 20 mm cutting capacity; features dual-edge top blade, manual or automatic blade gap adjustment, and robust monoblok body for heavy-duty applications.
• CNC HGS Hydraulic Swing-Beam Shear Hydraulic swing-beam shear with 2 to 4 m cutting length and 6 to 8 mm cutting capacity; features 4-edge bottom blade, quick-adjustable blade gap system, and high-performance economical design.
• EPL 3/5 AXIS PLASMA Cutting Machine (EPL 3/5 EKSEN PLAZMA) 3/5-axis plasma cutting machine featuring next-generation plasma technology for superior cut quality, high speed, and long-life performance across multiple metal thicknesses and fabrication applications.
• ETP-S Servo Punch Press Servo-drive punch press without hydraulic system; processes sheet metals up to 6 mm thickness across various applications with energy-efficient operation and reduced maintenance requirements.
• ENAVISION Metal 3D Printers (ENAVISION Metal 3D Yazıcılar) Metal additive manufacturing (3D printing) machines under the ENAVISION brand for producing metal parts layer by layer. Used across aerospace, energy, automotive, mold production, marine, medical, dental, tooling, and consumer products industries. The ENAVISION 120 model won the European Product Design Award.
• FIBER LASER CUSTOM MACHINES (FİBER LAZER ÖZEL MAKİNELER) Custom-configured large-format fiber laser cutting machines for customer-specific requirements, including dual-bridge laser machines (8 m x 3 m, 14 m x 3 m and larger) with two independent bridges, each with its own laser head and resonator, for non-colliding parallel or combined processing of extra-large sheet metal.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 73% energy savings with EVO-III hybrid press brake compared to conventional hydraulic press brakes
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

AI capability6 records

Feature10 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bystronic: Swiss-headquartered manufacturer of fiber laser cutting systems, press brakes, and bending automation for sheet metal processing. Closely overlaps Ermaksan's core product lines (FIBERMAK, EVO, GREEN PRESS) and serves the same automotive, construction, and general fabrication customer base globally.

Broad incumbents

• Amada:
• Trumpf: Germany-based global leader in industrial lasers, laser cutting machines, and sheet metal fabrication equipment. Most direct comparable to Ermaksan across fiber laser cutting, press brakes, and tube processing, but at substantially larger scale and with broader technology portfolio including CO2 and disk lasers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ermaksan

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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