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Bending
CNC mandrel tube and pipe bender
ERCOLINA’S GB90/GB100 NC/CNC model
bender series is suitable for bending tube,
pipe, square and rectangular profiles to
centreline radius as tight as 1.5D with
minimum deformation.
Features include interactive touch screen
with Windows-based control, offering easy
operator access to auto and manual operat-
ing modes and system diagnostics. All com-
mands are available in multiple language
capability. Programmable auto mandrel
positioning allows the operator to optimise
extraction for improved bend quality. Clamp-
ing, pressure die and boost movements
are programmable with manual override for
easy setup. A USB port on the control panel
allows saving and recalling of program files.
Precision digital encoders on each axis
display both absolute (ABS) and incremental
(INC) position in inch or metric values.
Programmable tooling interference zone
with simulation mode monitors position
and eliminates work head collision. Control
accepts YBC as well as XYZ input values.
A high capacity hydraulic reservoir with
auto power save feature reduces energy
cost. The heavy certified GS500 spheroidal
steel structure of the GB90/GB100SCNC
provides a rigid platform, minimising work
piece vibration throughout the bend cycle.
Ercolina’s patented KST clam shell
clamping system is available on both the
GB90 and GB100 models; the FST finger
clamp system is only available on the GB90
model. Handheld bending control is certified
class 3 safety and all electrical components
are UL, CSA and CE approved. Machines
are available with full CNC seven axis
control.
CML USA Ercolina – USA
Fax: +1 563 391 7710
Email:
Website:
The redesigned Giga Bender
(Model GB90 shown), and the
KST clamping system from the
Model GB100