Automec

Name

Automec

Legal name

Automec, Inc.

Website

https://automec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Metal Fabrication Equipment

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (333613), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)

akta.pro primary industry

Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH), Linear Motion & Mechanical Power Transmission (Ball/roller screws, linear guides, bearings, couplings) (IMAHAGAM), Motion Control Electronics & Controls (Controllers, Drivers, Feedback Interfaces) (IMAHAGAJ)

Keywords

• CNC backgauge systems
• Press brake retrofitting
• Servo-electric press brakes
• Metal fabrication equipment
• Control upgrade kits

Headquarters

HQ city

Waltham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. CNC Backgauge Systems: Sale of computerized gauging systems including CNC 600, PC 800, CNC 300, CNC 150, and CNC 9x9 controls along with mechanical backgauge assemblies (MINIBRUTE, G24 Series, G48 Series) for press brakes, shears, and punches.
2. Control Upgrades and Retrofits: Cost-effective upgrade kits for replacing obsolete controls (Hurco, Dynabend, Accurpress) with modern Automec controls. Includes replacement of electronics while retaining functional mechanical structures.
3. CoastOne Press Brake Sales: As Certified USA Dealer, Automec sells CoastOne servo-electric press brakes including C-Series (25-50 ton), G-Series (60-150 ton), Bull Series (100-150 ton), and H-Series hydraulic press brakes.
4. Parts Sales: Next-day delivery for 95% of parts including ball nuts, ball screws, amplifiers, air fingers, and control components. Parts and service department available Monday through Friday 8AM-4:30PM EST.
5. Service and Installation: Installation services for backgauge systems and retrofits. Technical support with goal of returning systems to production within 48 hours of receiving systems.
6. Standard Industrial Press Brakes: Distribution of Standard Industrial 100% USA-made press brakes ranging from 100 to 1000 tons with 5-year warranty as a certified dealer.
7. Bodor Fiber Lasers: Certified USA Dealer of Bodor sheet metal laser cutting machines including P Series, C Series, i Series, and H Series for metal fabrication applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Automec manufactures and sells CNC backgauge positioning systems (CNC 150, CNC 300, CNC 600, PC 800, CNC 9x9) paired with mechanical backgauges for retrofitting press brakes, shears, and punches used in metal fabrication. The company also distributes CoastOne servo-electric and hydraulic press brakes, Standard Industrial hydraulic press brakes, Bodor fiber laser cutting machines, and provides control upgrade kits, replacement parts, and installation services to North American manufacturers.

Product overview

Automec is a manufacturer and distributor of precision CNC gauging systems and metal fabrication equipment. The core product line consists of five CNC backgauge control systems (CNC 9x9, CNC 150, CNC 300, CNC 600, and PC 800) paired with complementary mechanical backgauges (MINIBRUTE, G24 Series, G48). The company also serves as a Certified USA Dealer of CoastOne products, offering servo-electric press brakes (C-Series 25-50 ton, G-Series 60-150 ton, Bull Series 100-150 ton), hydraulic press brakes (H3-130 through H4-400), robotic press brakes (RoboCone), electric insertion machines (PressOne P1S-5 and P1S-10), electric tapping machines (MultiTapper and TapOne), and hydraulic shears (ShearOne). Additionally, Automec distributes Standard Industrial 100% USA-made hydraulic press brakes (100-1000 ton) and Bodor fiber laser cutting systems (P, C, i, and H Series). The portfolio also includes control upgrade kits for obsolete Automec, Accurpress, Hurco, and Dynabend systems, front gauge systems (Squaregage), and shearfeed systems (PS 50). Products primarily serve the metal fabrication, sheet metal, and manufacturing industries across North America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CNC 600 Backgauge Control Advanced touchscreen backgauge control with 15-inch color TFT LCD display, virtually unlimited job memory with 20 bends per job, USB job transfer and storage, photo import capability, and programmable delay/retract between bends for press brake operators.
• PC 800 Backgauge Control Graphical CNC control using digital photos and 2D graphics to assist press brake forming, with Windows-based Bend Wizard GUI, up to 3 axes control, 15.1-inch color LCD touch screen, and network capability.
• CNC 300 Backgauge Control

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 40% productivity increases typical when using CNC 150 system over manual gauging
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CoastOnecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2017Automec became Certified USA Dealer of CoastOne servo-electric press brakes in 2017. CoastOne is a private Finland-based company. Automec provides sales and service for CoastOne servo-electric press brakes to the American market, leveraging their expertise in retrofitting to help CoastOne penetrate the American market.
• Standard IndustrialcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAutomec is a distributor of Standard Industrial Press Brakes, which are 100% made in the USA. Standard Industrial offers the best 5-year warranty in the industry with an optional 7-year Extended Warranty.
• BodorcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAutomec is a Certified USA Dealer of Bodor Sheet Metal Laser Cutting Machines. Bodor is a globally recognized leader in fiber laser cutting technology, focusing on high-power sheet and tube laser systems, automation devices, and integrated smart solutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Delem (Bystronic): Delem is a leading Dutch manufacturer of CNC press brake controllers (DA-66S, DA-69T, DA-58T) and was acquired by Bystronic. Its controllers are integrated into press brake OEM offerings globally and directly compete with Automec's standalone CNC backgauge controls in the retrofit and OEM channels.
• Cybelec: Swiss manufacturer of CNC press brake and shear controls, with product lines like the CybTouch series. Cybelec is a direct competitor to Automec in standalone backgauge controllers serving press brake retrofitters and OEMs.
• ESA Automation: Italian maker of CNC and HMI controls for press brakes, shears, and tube processing machines. ESA competes head-to-head with Automec's CNC controllers in retrofit and OEM applications.
• Hurco: US manufacturer of CNC press brake controls (Autobend series) and machining centers. Hurco's Autobend S4/S6/S7 controls are a primary target for Automec's Hurco upgrade/replacement kits, making them a direct channel competitor.
• Accurpress: North American press brake manufacturer whose obsolete AP2 controls Automec specifically replaces. Accurpress is both a competitor (for new press brake sales) and a retrofit source (whose installed base fuels Automec upgrade demand).
• Standard Industrial: US manufacturer of 100% American-made hydraulic press brakes (100-1000 ton). Automec is a distributor of Standard Industrial, but also competes with them at the customer level when specifying press brake equipment in retrofit scenarios.
• Wilson Tool International: Manufacturer of press brake tooling, punches, and dies widely used in North American fabrication shops. While not a controls peer, Wilson Tool serves the same metal fabrication customer base and participates in the same retrofit and tooling ecosystem as Automec.

Broad incumbents

• Bystronic: Global press brake and laser cutting system manufacturer (now including Delem). Competes with Automec's CoastOne and Bodor distribution lines at the equipment level, while offering integrated controls that pressure Automec's retrofit business.
• Amada: Major Japanese manufacturer of press brakes, shears, and laser cutting systems with proprietary controls. Competes with Automec's distributed press brake and laser lines via integrated factory automation offerings.
• TRUMPF: German global leader in sheet metal fabrication machinery, including press brakes and laser cutting systems with native CNC controls. Competes indirectly with Automec by offering fully integrated, premium fabrication cells that reduce the retrofit use case.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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