TruBend Series 5000

Overview

TruBend Series 5000 is described as powerful, innovative, and extremely versatile and is identified as TRUMPF's most successful bending machine worldwide. The machine family includes features such as lower tool displacement, a 6-axis CNC-controlled backgauge, automatic tool change via ToolMaster, and the Touchpoint TruBend user interface. Angle measurement options include ACB Wireless (sensor disks integrated in the upper tool), ACB laser (non-contact optical system with laser and camera), and ACB Speed which measures springback on the first part and applies evaluated data; the ACB Smart materials database is selectable on the control. The On-Demand Servo Drive supplies energy only during bending, operates quietly and economically, and is stated to reach 8.5 in/s; Thickness Controlled Bending (TCB) uses sensors to detect sheet thickness and automatically adapt pressing depth. Additional equipment and options mentioned include LEDs for illumination, bending aids with automatic height adjustment, support brackets with variable height, more than 150 upper and lower tool types including lightweight tools up to 12 inches long and LASERdur ZN coated tools for galvanized sheets, and sensor tools following the Automatically Controlled Bending principle. The TruBend Series 5000 is presented for flexible production enabled by its 6-axis backgauge and for producing complex parts quickly and accurately with short setup times. Automatic functions and aids support operator efficiency: the ToolMaster automatic tool changer performs all tool setup operations and is highlighted as a benefit for small lot sizes, MobileControl is said to save time spent walking, and the Part Indicator camera-supported solution shows the operator how to insert the bending part to simplify insertion and reduce rejects. Digital and programming use cases include programming parallel to production using an additional monitor, shop floor programming integration with TecZone Bend, and intelligent program generation and automation support via TruTops Boost; the TruBend Cell 5000 is referenced for automated bending with easy programming and high quality.