Universal bending machine

The numerically controlled universal bending machine from Oakley Industrial Machinery is a fully programmable solution for bending heating elements with one or two bending units. It can perform automatic bending on a single plane or multiple planes, accommodating a wide range of shapes, sizes, and bending angles.

Using OIM’s 3D-graphic programming software, operators simply enter the geometric data of the heating element. The machine automatically generates the bending program, leveraging previous bending experience stored in its database. Preset programs allow the machine to achieve accurate dimensional tolerances from the very first element, minimizing setup time and ensuring consistent, repeatable results.

Universal bending machine for heating elements

Advantages

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Precision from the first element

Eliminates the need for manual adjustments.

 

Intuitive 3D programming

Quickly create and execute programs by entering geometric data.

Minimal setup time & repeatable accuracy

Reduced mechanical adjustments allow operation without a specialist.

 

Low maintenance & high reliability

Simplified design ensures consistent bending and reduces routine upkeep.

 

Extensive program storage

Stores up to 10,000 programs for fast and easy setup.

Flexible length compensation

Capable of bending heating elements with different lengths, including programmable tolerances for each leg.

Details

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CONTROL PANEL ON CART-MOUNTED SUPPORT

The control panel includes a computer, touchscreen, and keyboard, with product visualization for each bending step.

HORIZONTAL BENDING BENCH STRUCTURE

PNEUMATICALLY ACTUATED TRAVELING CLAMP

The traveling clamp is driven by a brushless motor (1st numerically controlled axis).

PNEUMATIC FIXED CLAMP

The pneumatic fixed clamp is used to secure the heating element during the bending cycle.

NUMERICALLY CONTROLLED BENDING UNIT

(2nd controlled axis)

PRE-ARRANGEMENT FOR ROTATING TRAVELING CLAMP

(3rd controlled axis)

NOTE

The universal CNC bending machine includes an electronic device for measuring heating element length, as well as a dedicated safety PLC.

Optional

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  • ROTATING CLAMP FOR 3D ELEMENTS
  • LASER SCANNER
  • EXTENSIONS, FOR ELEMENTS HAVING A LENGTH OVER 3000 MM
  • BENDING ROLLS AND CLAMPS
  • BENDING HEAD FOR SMALL RADII
  • CONNECTION OF THE BENDING MACHINE

The rotating clamp offers the possibility to produce 3D (multiplane) elements in automatic mode (for elements with a diameter up to 12 mm The clamp is supplied with a bending roll for 3D elements with OD=18 mm and a clamp for a diameter (to be defined).

It offers the possibility to delimit a programmable work area and launch the bending cycle without two-hand control.

A wide range of extensions from 1000 to 6000 mm to be added to the base model.

065.08.146-00: Bending roll (for standard head). PM00001555*0: Bending roll for 3D elements (for standard head with rotating clamp). P3967*0: Bending roll for Heavy Duty head. PM00001371*0: Clamp for rotating unit (in addition to the clamp supplied with the machine).

Bending head for small radii, adjustable, for bending machine mod. 170/50 e 171/50 (bending roll diameter range 12 ÷ 17 mm). Max element outer diameter: Ø8,5 mm.

to a remote database, to allow for saving and backup of the bending programs.

  • The rotating clamp offers the possibility to produce 3D (multiplane) elements in automatic mode (for elements with a diameter up to 12 mm The clamp is supplied with a bending roll for 3D elements with OD=18 mm and a clamp for a diameter (to be defined).

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Technical characteristics

Range of diameters of heat treated heating elements mod 170/50
6,3– 12,5 mm
Range of diameters of heat treated heating elements mod 171/50
6,3– 16,0 mm
Tolerance on the diameter (when bending two or more elements at a time)
±0,06 mm
Maximum difference in length of the heating elements
180 mm
Elements per cycle with measurement
1 pc
Elements per cycle without measurement
Elements per cycle with diameter 6,30-6,50 mm
4 pc
Elements per cycle with diameter 8,00-8,50 mm
2 pc
Elements per cycle with diameter > mm 8,50
1 pc
Minimum element length:
500 mm (with measurement); 300 mm (without measurement)
Maximum length of heating elements
See available versions
Maximum length of terminal pin
40 mm
Number of programmable bends per cycle
n° 80
Bending speed
360°/sec.
Bending tool (pin/roll) diameter - heating elements 6,3 – 12,5 mm
18-60 mm
Bending tool (pin/roll) diameter - heating elements 12,5 – 16,0 mm
33-60 mm
Minimum length for the last straight section of heating element 6,3 – 12,5 mm
45 mm
Minimum length for the last straight section of heating element > 12,5 mm
130 mm
Power supply
V To be defined
Pneumatic supply
6 Atm
Installed power
See available versions

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