WILMINGTON, OH - October 3, 2005 - AddisonMckee, world-leading
tube-bending and end-forming technology specialists, has developed a
high-performance, lower cost tube bending range aimed specifically at
the more basic requirements of the tube bending industry.
Benefiting
from AddisonMckee’s reputation for quality, precision and reliability,
at an exceptionally competitive price, the new Powerbend range combines
years of proven design techniques to provide the high levels of
accuracy, repeatability, prompt tool change and ease of operation as
required by today’s manufacturing industries.
High quality solution of international standards
As the leading innovator and provider of
tube bending technology, commented AddisonMckee Sales & Marketing
Director, Peter Chapman, “we have been able to use our expertise to
provide a high quality solution for those companies who would ideally
like to invest in AddisonMckee equipment, but have not always been able
to justify the sophisticated capabilities that some of our machines
offer. In the new Powerbend range we have created a choice of
exceptionally durable models of international standards and
revolutionary design, each with the added advantage of an exceptionally
attractive price point. From launch, there will be a choice of 50mm,
75mm, 100mm, and 125mm diameter capability models."
Impressive capabilities
Hydraulically
powered mandrel tube benders, the models in the new Powerbend range
offer maximum bend angles and CLR of 180º and 250mm respectively.
The machine beds and tanks are one integral assembly with hydraulic valves and filters externally mounted for easy access.
Additionally,
each Powerbend machine is equipped with a rigid wiper die mounting post
with three axis adjustment for easy set-up which ensures good quality
bends and long wiper die life.
The mandrel unit is
fitted as standard with hydraulic actuation and includes one 22mm
diameter quick-change mandrel rod. Anticipated mandrel retraction is
standard for high bend quality. Additional mandrel rods and automatic
mandrel lubrication are available as machine options.
Allen-Bradley control
Programming
of all Powerbend models is provided by an Allen-Bradley alphanumeric
keypad. The control features include tool monitoring to prevent
collision, metric and imperial date input, storage for 1000 programs,
maximum 16 bend per program capability, and automatic tube release
prior to final bend to prevent a collision with the pressure die and
collet.
In addition to designing and manufacturing
machines and precision tooling, AddisonMckee offers complete tube
processing development, machine refurbishment, field service and
technical support, and total automation and cell integration services.
For more information, please contact:
AddisonMckee, Inc. 2695 St. Rt. 73 S. Wilmington, OH 45177
Ph: 937.382.4490, Fax: 937.382.4963, sales@addisonmckee.com