TPT September 2010

B ending & E nd F orming

Mandrel tube and pipe benders

ERCOLINA’S new GB100 semi-automatic mandrel machine (maximum mild steel tube capacity to 4¾") is suitable for bending tube, pipe, square and rectangular profiles to centre line radius as tight as 1.5D, and accepts large radii tooling to 16" CLR. An interactive PLC touch screen offers easy access to auto and manual operating modes, system diagnostics and multiple language capability. Absolute (ABS) or incremental (INC) positioning are possible with inch or metric readout displayed on touch screen. GB100 offers programmable bend angles with independent material spring back setting for each bend. Programmable

auto mandrel positioning allows the operator to optimise extraction for improved bend quality. Clamping, pressure die and boost movements are programmable with manual override, and unlimited program memory storage and communication is provided by convenient USB. Programmable tail stock interference zone monitors position and eliminates workhead collision, and the machine accepts YBC and XYZ input values. Other features include a high capacity hydraulic reservoir with automatic cooling system, heavy steel structure providing a rigid platform and minimised vibration, and standard hydraulic ports that accept Ercolina’s patented (KST) clam shell clamping system. Hand-held remote bending control is certified class 3 safety and all electrical components are UL, CSA and CE approved. Machines also available with full CNC (6) axis control. CML USA has also introduced Ercolina’s TM76 Mandrel Bender with a bending capacity up to 3" round tube and multiple profiles, capable of bends to CLR as small as 1.5D with USB offering unlimited storage

of bend programs, material library and job information. Model TM76 is suitable for prototype or daily production, and its control is designed for easy access to manual and auto operating modes, system diagnostics and multiple languages with an interactive touch screen displaying absolute (ABS) or incremental (INC) positioning with inch or metric readout. Model TM76 incorporates programmable mandrel positioning with anticipated mandrel retraction, clamping, pressure die and boost die movements. Tailstock Y and B position display resets to zero after each bend for easy setup while maintaining absolute position. CML USA Ercolina – USA Fax: +1 563 391 7710 TM76 has a bending capacity of up to 3" round tube

Email: info@ercolina-usa.com Website: www.ercolinacnc.com

The GB100 semi-automatic mandrel machine

An advanced range of N.C. single and twin headed machines • Quick tool change • High production capability • No tube clamping required • End form on or near bends • Up to 6" ø • High quality robust construction • 12 month warranty. AV85C Twin Head. TUBE END FORMING Infinitely adjustable expansion & reduction

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Unit 24, Padgets Lane, South Moons Moat, Redditch, Worcester B98 0RB, England. Telephone: (01527) 518520 Fax: (01527) 518526 E-mail: info@avamatic.co.uk www.avamatic.co.uk France: Tel: (1) 39 57 96 00 Germany: Tel: 02150 2500 Netherlands/Belgium: Tel: (04756) 6888 USA: Tel: 708 272 7880

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