Metal Cutting Shears for Sale – New & Used Hydraulic & Mechanical Power Shears

At Sterling Machinery Exchange, we sell new and used metal cutting shears designed for precision sheet and plate cutting. Our inventory includes hydraulic, mechanical, and power shears capable of handling materials from 1/8" sheet up to 1" plate. Whether you need a light-duty fabrication shear or a heavy industrial machine, we have the right model for your operation.

Applications of Metal Cutting Shears

• Sheet Metal Fabrication: Cut mild steel, aluminum, and stainless plate accurately and efficiently.
• Plate Shearing: Handle thick material up to 1" with high tonnage hydraulic power.
• Production Shops: Ideal for HVAC, aerospace, construction, and general manufacturing.
• Precision & Reliability: Smooth edges, consistent length cuts, and minimal burr for quality parts.

Popular Shear Types

• Hydraulic Shears – smooth operation and powerful cutting for thicker materials.
• Mechanical Shears – fast cycle times, ideal for repetitive sheet cutting.
• Power Shears – durable machines for heavy production use.

Buy or Trade a Power Shear

Sterling Machinery has specialized in metal cutting and fabrication machinery since 1954. We sell new and used shears from trusted brands like Accurshear, Cincinnati, US Industrial, Baileigh, Wysong, GMC, Knuth, Birmingham, Betenbender, Standard Industrial, and Flow. Whether you’re upgrading your shop or looking for a reliable used machine, we also buy and trade power shears for immediate value.