FOCUS ON FOLDERS
Folded sheet metal.
Image: The Schröder Group.
FOLDING IN FOCUS
We unveil a selection of the latest new global CNC folding innovations, machines, technologies and software in the market.
Sheet metal folders are indispensable tools in the metalworking industry. Using the sheet metal folder, users can curve and fold fascinating and elegant shapes from a single plane sheet of material without stretching, tearing or cutting. They are designed to make precise and consistent folds, saving time and effort, and to process a variety of sheet metal materials of different thicknesses.
Folders feature an integrated support back gauge that holds up the weight of the items for the operator. There is no need for operators to push large sheets through from the front. The bending technique also makes it easier for operators to bend multiple set-up parts that would typically call for additional manual operations.
For those manufacturing items using thin materials that are long and wide with short
“ Folders are easily identified by their large support tables and swinging‘ folding beam’, which bends the flange while the workpiece remains flat on the support table.”
Folded profile( CIDAN / Thalmann folder).
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