A press brake is a machine that bends metal parts and sheets up 20mm thick. It consists of a U-shaped or V-shaped die, depending on the desired shape of bend, and a punch. The material to bend is placed on the die, and the punch presses it to bend the sheet to the desired degree.
You get raw power, heavy-duty bend performance, and better technology all in one cost-effective package.
Mechanical press brakes work by a motor contained within the device. This motor spins the large flywheel at high speeds. The machine operator controls this flywheel using a clutch. After that, the rest of the components are in motion to bend the steel. The mechanical presses brake is easier to operate and maintain, particularly in regards to the electronics. Due to their nature, the mechanical press brakes are able to handle tons two to three-times higher than their inherent rating. The main disadvantage to mechanical press brakes is the fact that the ram within the machine must complete a full circle when it's engaged. It cannot be reversed. This presents safety concerns in the event that the operator makes mistakes and places restrictions on the machine. There is a possibility that the brakes could be locked if the ram travels too fast.
These machines are efficient and fast, and run more consistently than their predecessors.
"The precision and repeatability of your work is outstanding. I was able to keep one job open for five days straight. The first part bent on the first day was the same as the last one on the fifth day. This and the quicker setup time result in greater profitability.
Heavy-duty, spring-loaded die clamps allow for easy, quick die changes. All American-style precision and standard tooling are compatible with our machines. Wila or equivalent can be purchased for press brakes. Style rapid change powered ram clamping system and European clamping system instead of the manual one.
Gulf States Saw & Machine.Co is a Member of the American Welding Society, NOMMA (National Ornamental & Miscellaneous Metals Association) and the National Glass Association:
For industries and jobs that don’t require the detail and precision achieved with CNC controls, our manual control press brakes offer ease of use when you’re looking to keep things simple. The manual press brakes have all the same safety features of the CNC models, manual press brakes are powerful machines that are easy to get started on and great for more straightforward jobs. They include a front-operated power back-gauge and ram adjust with digital readouts and fine adjustment handwheels for both. Our models range from 22 tons to 440 tons.
A crowning unit might be useful for certain applications, such as multiple die sets that are used in one stroke or a larger brake that forms a large range of materials.
Standard Industrial provides answers to questions about warranty coverage and how to maintain it. It is the only website which provides a detailed description of the guarantee. We think the Standard Industrial warranty is comprehensive enough to be worth your consideration. Contact GSS Machinery, 1-877-724-77297 to schedule a consultation if you are interested in purchasing Industrial Standard Press Brakes.
Standard is supported daily by a growing team of industry professionals that includes product specialists, service engineers, and sales consultants. JMT has a highly skilled parts and tooling division to ensure your machines run at their best.
Standard Industrial offers a broad range of CNC gauges, starting with a single-line display and user-friendly controls all the way up to the highest level of 2D or 3D modeling. Standard equipment includes a press brake and a backgauge. To see a complete selection of systems, please visit our separate CNC Controls and Gauging catalogue.
Ranging from entry-level hydraulic all the way up to heavy-duty, fully customized solutions that cover any of your requirements for sheet metal forming, these press brakes represent the apex of pounds-to-performance for industrial bending.
The next step is to determine the characteristics that will be used to calculate the part bend. For example:
4. Choose the correct upper and lower dies for your press brake toolings based on the sheet metal hardness, thickness, length, and other factors. The slot width of the lower den should be between 5-6 times and 6-8 times the thickness of a metal plate. The sheet should have a longer length.
Crowning is the method by which press brakes correct for deflections in both the upper beam or lower bed when pressure applies. There are different methods, depending on the model and make of the press brake.
The most common reason for a soft/spongy pedal is air in the brake lines. Breathing in air can cause the brake pedal to feel soft or spongy. If your brakes feel spongy or soft, it is time to flush or change the brake fluid.
Poor hydraulic performance can be caused by particulate contamination, water contamination and clogged filters.
The CNC Press Brake is fast to set up and has a repeatability of +/–0.0004 inches. This will allow you to reduce the time it takes to make parts.