Located in Flavin, France, ASI Métal has rapidly become a dynamic player in the sheet metal fabrication industry. The company has made strategic investments: buying a 6-meter HACO EMS press brake and shear and a 12 kW fiber laser via our French dealer, FHAMO.
Discover what they had to say about the machines in the testimonial.
ASI Métal: A year of growth and innovation in sheet metal fabrication
Alexis Sirmain, the manager of ASI Métal, founded the company a year ago. Since then, ASI Métal has established itself as a dynamic player in the sheet metal fabrication industry. As subcontractors, they specialize in various sectors, from industry to construction, agriculture, and a bit of railway work. They also work extensively with metal construction companies, producing fittings, pipes and sealing components.
Since they began, they have already hired four employees and are currently looking for two more to join their team. Their long-term vision includes ambitious growth plans over the next five years, with three additional hires planned each year to support their expansion.
“We serve clients with zero tolerance for error,” said Steve Morgan, Engineering Manager at CCC. “HACO’s technology gives us the precision and repeatability we need. The control software—Cypcut for lasers and HACOBEND Pro for press brakes—is extremely intuitive. Our operators were up to speed in just two days, which is a huge advantage in a fast-paced environment.”
Precision That Beats the Rest
That kind of precision isn't limited to one hero job — Reinhardt credits EASYBEND with delivering accuracy that exceeds expectations even compared to their current CAD software.
"The HACO is more accurate than our CAD software — that's not an exaggeration," he added. "It's really accurate, and it just repeats perfectly. Parts come out identical every single time."
EASYBEND's intuitive control proved accessible to every operator on the floor, including team members who are not comfortable with computers. The HSLX shear, acquired alongside the press brake, has been equally dependable. "It just works. Every time. Can't ask for more than that."
Choosing HACO: Trusting the Right Advice
Selecting a press brake was unfamiliar territory for Reinhardt. A friend gave him a simple framework: "There's no Amazon review for a press brake — what really matters is how fast someone can fix it when you need them."
That advice led Reinhardt to ask his independent repair technician, Mike, who recommended Atlantic Machinery — now HACO USA.
"We nailed it," he said.
The decision held up past the purchase. Reinhardt points to the installation and ongoing support as proof the choice was right — a smooth, well-run rig job followed by responsive local service whenever a question comes up.
For Reinhardt, the machine did exactly what he needed it to do — and the shop has kept growing into more complex, higher-stakes work ever since.
A winning partnership with HACO
"We chose to partner with HACO due to their support for comprehensive solutions and their excellent value for money. But most importantly, the user-friendliness of their numerical control was decisive in our choice. Thanks to HACO machines, we can meet the growing demands of our customers and position ourselves as an innovative leader in the sheet metal fabrication industry."
In conclusion, ASI Métal, through smart investments and strategic partnerships, is well-positioned to continue its growth and successfully tackle the challenges of the sheet metal fabrication industry."
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