Hydraulic Bending Machine

· Most forms can be produced without extra tools on a bending machine

· Continuous bending from straight to round without interruption on a folding machine

· The bending machine can be operated by one person even if larger pieces are being produced

· A Folding machine is easier on operator fatigue since the component rests flat on the machine bed during operation [as opposed to travelling up in the air]

· Spring back behaviour of different metals and different thicknesses can easily being controlled on a folding machine

· A fully automatic working cycle can be programmed

· Full safety at all times

· The folding machine is fitted with a clamping system, which holds the plate in position for better accuracy

· Cutting errors will result only at the end of the profile on the last bend on a folding machine

· Small variation in material thickness do not affect the bending angle on a folding machine

· A skilled operator is not required as the whole cycle is automatic and managed by the CNC

· Since virtually no changing of tools is required there is a substantial reduction in operating time on a folding machine

· Accurate repeatability due to CNC and high resolution encoders

· Cone and round bending processes are available on a folding machine

· Box bending attachment is available on a folding machine

· The installation of back gauges allow the use of handling devices such as gantry cranes and unloading tables, reducing the operator involvement

· For processes, the like for like folding machine requires less power

· Goat foot tools are easily installed and increase the possibility of complicated bends

· Under present guarding regulations Light guards are not required which saves expense

· A folding machine is more versatile and ready to bend any angle without first setting up tooling