18" Standing Seam Bending Tool

Overview The Malco 18" Standing Seam Bending Tool (DEFT18) is designed for making precise bends along the drip edge of standing seam metal roofing panels. Purpose-built for 18-inch roofing panels, this folding tool delivers repeatable, accurate bends at two fixed depths, reducing user strain during overhead and bench work. Specification Detail MPN DEFT18 Brand Malco Working Width 18 inches Fold Depth Option 1 1 inch (25.4 mm) Fold Depth Option 2 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm) Maximum Material Gauge 22 gauge (0.76 mm) steel Plate Construction Rib-reinforced steel, permanently welded Handle Material Fiberglass-filled nylon Technical Features Two rib-reinforced steel plates permanently welded together — eliminates flex and joint failure during repeated bending cycles, ensuring consistent fold accuracy over the tool's service life. Dual folding seams (1" and 1-1/2" depths) — provides two fixed bend depth options in a single tool, eliminating the need to swap tools on the job site. Maximum 22-gauge (0.76 mm) steel capacity — covers the standard material thickness range used in standing seam metal roofing applications. Fiberglass-filled nylon handle — delivers lightweight strength combined with high leverage, reducing user fatigue during overhead or bench operation. 18-inch working width — matched specifically to 18-inch standing seam roofing panels for full-width, single-pass bends. Applications Forming drip edge bends on 18-inch standing seam metal roofing panels Creating 1-inch or 1-1/2-inch deep folds in steel sheet up to 22 gauge Overhead roofing work where tool weight and leverage are critical ergonomic factors Bench fabrication of metal roofing components requiring repeatable fold depths