Productivity features and options for our press brakes

• 11-03-2024
• Featured Products

When specifying a press brake there are a number of features and options to consider that make the machine easier to use and more productive. Here are a few of them;

• Height adjustable control panel arm
• AKAS laser tooling guards
• CNC sheet follower support arms
• Hydraulic tool clamping

Read about each feature in more detail to make an informed decision.

Height adjustable control panel arm

All press brake operators are not born equal! Are you tired of stooping down or standing on a pallet to use the control on your press brake? The ergonomic, height adjustable, control arm from Morgan Rushworth could be the answer. This is available as an option on all press brakes although is also fitted as standard on several models. 

AKAS laser tooling guards 

The AKAS laser tooling guards offer a vastly improved user experience when compared to traditional light guards. As the AKAS system guards the top tool only, rather than the whole working area, the operator can hold the workpiece during the beam's rapid descent stage rather than having to wait until the mute position is reached. This allows the easy positioning of smaller components against the back gauge, without compromising safety standards.

CNC sheet follower support arms

When working with light gauge material, the larger parts will tend to fold down under their own weight, making handling more difficult. While the bending and ram return speeds can be slowed to make this operation easier, another option is to specify a CNC powered sheet follower support arm. As the name implies the support arm will lift up and down during bending ensuring the part is continually supported. One or more arms can be fitted depending on the size of the parts.

Hydraulic tool clamping

For workshops where a lot of tool changes are required, hydraulic tool clamping can greatly increase efficiency. Available for either top and bottom tools - or both - and with different clamp designs, hydraulic tool clamping will make frequent tool changes a quick and simple task. As well as standard designs, clamps are also available to suit euro style tooling.

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Edited. Article previously published on the 21/07/2022