PRODUCT REVIEWS
Configurable robotic bending systems
LVD Company NV, a market specialist in automated bending solutions for sheet metal fabricators, is introducing new Robotic Bending Systems( RBS) in three configurable platforms. These systems form the foundation for fully customised cells, with a choice of press brake capacity and functionality, input and output stations and style of robot grippers based on a fabricator’ s application needs and production demands.
The three core platforms are as follows:
■ RBS 4 is designed for parts up to 600 x 400mm in size and weighing up to 4kg. The maximum profile length is 600mm. The system is compatible with pressbrakes featuring 1500mm or 2000mm working lengths and 40 or 50 tons of pressing force.
■ RBS 40 handles parts of up to 1600 x 1200mm, with a maximum weight of 40kg. The maximum profile length is 2000mm. The system is compatible with press brakes featuring 2500mm or 3000mm working lengths and 80, 13 or 220 tons of pressing force.
■ RBS 80 is designed for larger parts up to 3050 x 1250mm, weighing up to 80kg. The maximum profile length is 3000mm. This system works with press brakes offering working lengths of 3000, 4000 or 4200mm, and a pressing force of 135 or 220 tons.
“ The bending cell configuration starts by defining key parameters across five steps.
In step one, the part dimensions— length, width and overall size— are specified, as these determine the required robot payload. The second step is press-brake selection, ranging from an electric-drive Dyna-Press to an automatic tool-changing ToolCell, depending upon complexity of application, quality requirements and production volumes,” outlined LVD.
“ The fabricator then defines input source and output method for best material flow choosing input boxes, output pallets, conveyor systems and fences. The last step is gripper selection based on the weight, material properties, shape and size of parts to be handled,” it continued.
“ Gripper choices include our universal gripper, manual gripper, combination gripper for smaller, magnetic parts and heavy-duty gripper,” it added.
Robotic Bending Systems incorporate core features for ease of use, including:
■ Touch-B control operates both pressbrake and robot using intuitive multitouch technology.
■ LVD’ s CADMAN-SIM software automatically programs both press brake and robot, defining all gripper positions, optimising the bending sequence for collision-free operation. No robot teaching or programming experience is necessary.
■ Easy-Form ® Laser adaptive bending system( option) is designed for bend angle accuracy from the first bend for consistent quality in automated production.
■ Manual mode option: When automation is not needed, the press brake can be used manually.
LVD also continues to offer standardised robotic bending cells: Dyna-Cell, Easy-Cell and Ulti-Form for the time being.
LVD is a manufacturer of sheetmetalworking equipment, including lasercutting systems, punch presses, press brakes, robotic bending cells, automatic and semi-automatic panel benders, guillotine shears and automation systems. These are integrated to and supported by its CADMAN ® software suite. LVD Industry 4.0-ready products and technology are suitable for smart manufacturing. n
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Stamping and stacking control at Blechexpo
Swiss press specialist BRUDERER will present two innovations at Blechexpo 2025 in Stuttgart this October: the B3 machine control for the BSTA range of automatic stamping presses and the BSP lamination stacking control for rotor-stator production. It will be demonstrating the new products live in action in hall 6( stand 6309) on a stamping line with a BSTA 810 stamping press, a BSV servo feeder and a stamping tool from partner company, Erich Grau GmbH.
“ The B3 control has been completely redesigned, is intuitive to use and easy to learn, reducing the need for operator training. Its tile-style user interface can be individually configured. Role-based access rights increase security. Thanks to its modular design, the B3 control is simple to operate and yet scalable, which means that it can be set up for simple stamping processes as well as more complex operations,” said Bruderer.
“ For the first time, the set-up and monitoring of tools, sliders and indexing stations can be automatically taught at the touch of a button using an intelligent parameterisation system, which allows easier monitoring of stamping presses,” it added.
OPC-UA interfaces enable continuous connectivity with machines, production control systems and IIoT applications. The B3 control system will be available on new BSTA stamping presses from 2026. Existing BRUDERER machines can be retrofitted from mid-2026.
The new BSP lamination stacking control( available either integrated into the B3 control system or as a stand-alone version) is designed to enable complex lamination stacking strategies with simple operation. Reusable sheet metal shapes, comprehensive diagnostic and statistical functions, and the ability to export relevant process data enable targeted optimisation in line with Industry-4.0 principles.
“ A key feature is automatically configuring components, which speed tool set-up and reduce the risk of errors. Up to six indexing stations can be set up via plug-and-play. Sliders and tool monitors set themselves automatically. A patented strip measurement system with stack height control is also offered,” concluded Bruderer. n
www. bruderer. com
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