Trumpf's redesigned press brake reduces throughput time by 40%
TRUMPF has introduced a new, completely redesigned version of its TruBend 3000 bending machine series for the North American market.
The new press brakes are particularly fast and precise, easy to program, and saves energy. These enhancements are made possible by various technologies that TRUMPF has already established on the market as part of its TruBend 5000 machine series.
TRUMPF has reduced the throughput time by 40 percent in the new TruBend 3000 series of bending machines. (Photo: TRUMPF)
TRUMPF has succeeded in reducing the machine's throughput time by around 40 percent compared to the previous 3000 series machines. Depending on the machine type, the new TruBend 3000 will offer a press force ranging from 93 to 253.5 tons and a bending length of 6.5 to 13 feet.
"With the new TruBend 3000 bending machine, we're offering users a technologically advanced all-round machine with which they can process around 85 percent of all components in sheet metal production," says TRUMPF Inc. Press Brake Product Manager Chris Wargo. "The machine's productivity and part accuracy are among the best in this segment."
Automation for maximum precision
TRUMPF has focused strongly on market requirements in the development of the new TruBend 3000. "We have seen some small and medium-sized companies struggling with increasing cost and time pressures to maintain part quality. Our new bending machine solves this challenge," says Wargo.
TRUMPF's proven ACB Laser automatic angle measuring system ensures high part accuracy. (Photo: TRUMPF)
To ensure high part quality, TRUMPF has integrated the proven ACB Laser automatic angle measuring system. An ACB Laser system consisting of a camera and laser sensors measures the bending angle of the component before each bending process. If the angle does not match the value stored in the software, the press beam automatically changes its position until the desired angle is achieved. This ensures consistently high part quality from the very first component, even with material fluctuations. At the same time, scrap is reduced, which also lowers costs.
Simple programming and low energy consumption
TRUMPF's proven TecZone Bend offline programming software also ensures greater productivity. With this solution, users can program the machine while it is producing parts, which increases manufacturing efficiency.
In addition, with TecZone Bend, programming is quick and easy and can even be done on the touchpad directly on the machine. Users simply upload the 2D or 3D model of their component into the software and within a second, the correct bending sequence and the appropriate tools are displayed on the monitor, including collision monitoring. This allows machine operators to set up the machine for the next job even without programming experience.
The BendGuard combines optimum safety with high productivity thanks to intelligent light field monitoring. (Photo: TRUMPF)
The machine also helps save energy costs. With the speed-controlled On-Demand Servo Drive, the machine's motor only switches on during the bending process. This saves 30 percent of energy compared to a hydraulic drive and reduces costs.
New production line in Connecticut
As part of a customer-focused "local for local" initiative, TRUMPF is adding a new production line in Farmington, Connecticut, and will start to make TruBend 3000 machines there beginning in the summer of 2026. The company will employ the innovative capabilities of its new 55,800 sq. ft. Smart Factory and use TRUMPF machines to produce sheet metal parts for the new series of press brakes.
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