FOCUS ON FOLDING
Control software for RAS bending operations .
configurations ). All ESR models are supplied with a straight rail with optional high divided tools for box and panel-type operations . “ Our EXR range of CNC folders are manufactured with a rotating upper beam with one straight rail and one set of high divided tools that can both be utilised in the same folding program without any manual tool change . This versatile design enables high accuracy , high consistency levels and high productivity as there is only one initial tool setup to carry out . This is ideal for many folding operations , including rectangular panel work with return edges to the four sides ,” said the manufacturer .
PROfirst has been creating software for sheet-metal processing since 1987 . It will display several new and updated CAD / CAM software modules at EuroBLECH 2022 . Its 3D-Unfolder module for sheet metal parts processes components with improved toolbased adjustment of the bending factor and is much faster with its assembly-analyser recognising identical parts . A new web calculation module enables customers to determine the prices for DXF / DWG / STEP sheet-metal parts online .
RAS Systems manufactures semiautomated and fully automated folding machines for companies looking to maximise automation . Founded in 1930 , it builds metalbending , cutting and forming equipment , as well as fabrication software . As well as manufacturing folders , its 63.30 XL-Center control software is specifically designed for roofing and architectural profile bending .
The XLTbend Updown folder , from RAS , is designed to form complex precision sheetmetal parts ( such as cassettes , panels and boxes ) even in small batches . The oneclick programming software , front and rear operating options , as well as the hybrid gauging system , are some of the features of the XLT series .
The RAS XLTbend .
“ When the need arises to fold complex parts , the folding direction can change several times . The UpDownBend folding system can achieve this , without the need to flip the part . The flexible system allows enables higher productivity and throughput ,” explained RAS .
The XL-Center is a folding innovation for roofing and architectural profiles with a 3200mm folding length . The RAS TURBObend is an advanced , easy-to-use folding machine designed to create accurate and repeatable parts .
The RAS MiniBendCenter is an automatic folding centre for small parts . Blanks are automatically fed , squared and measured . Tool set-up is all automatic . A manipulator moves and rotates the blank automatically to the exact position . The folding cell folds the part up and down .
For the automated bending of long profiles , the RAS XXL long folding centre automatically inserts , squares , positions to the bend line and folds the flanges up or down . This , says RAS , eliminates rotation , complicated handling and the need for a second or third operator .
Straight bends are essential for perfectly folded parts . The RAS Gigantic is a sturdy and solid machine with an intelligent crowning system and 120 tons of clamping pressure to fold parts of 6mm mild steel or 4mm stainless steel .
RAS software is designed and optimised for each machine and allows for 2D and 3D models and images for the parts that operators are looking to create . It also offers the Bendex Professional . shop and Bendex Professional . production software to optimise workflow and create clear production documents .
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