Tool changer integrated into Bystronic Xpert press brake

Bystronic offers the Xpert press brake with integrated tool changer system, which allows the press brake to swap tools automatically for quick parts bending. The tool changer sets up the machine with the upper and lower tools that are required for the job. When done manually, this step takes up to 70 percent of the entire bending time.

The 6-axis robotic arm integrated in the press brake accesses the tool magazine, which also is integrated within the machine and houses a generous supply of bending tools. The entire automation system is located within the press brake, protecting the robotics system and tool magazine.

In combination with the tool changer system, the press brake offers a bending length of 9.8 ft. The available press capacity is 150 to 320 tons. As standard, the machine comes with an intelligent bending process control and fully automatic crowning. Both functions enable a variety of parts to be bent with repetitive accuracy, says the company.