Sequencing
MBend enables manual selection or automatic calculation of bend sequencing.
Manual and automatic sequencing
MBend automatic sequence setting capabilities:
- Calculation of a collision-free sequence for any number of bends
- Optimized tool station setup calculation based on tool segment availability
- Intelligent tool segment distribution and clamping
- Heel tools for overhanging flanges
- Tool rotation (when possible) to avoid part rotations
- Hit splitting to avoid holder and table collisions
- Hemming bends
- Divide and merge tools for collinear (in-line) bends
After tool selection, MBend can automatically calculate bend sequences, based on different properties of the hits. You can choose the sequence that meets your requirements.
MBend calculates collision-free bending solutions that are ready for production, ensuring the machine operator does not waste time and material on trial runs.
If a collision-free bending sequence exists, MBend can find it.
MBend enables full manual control of bending sequences:
- Set the bend sequence by folding the bends into the finished product
- Split bends into partial bends to avoid collisions
- Change sequences by dragging and dropping single and multiple bends into the order you want
- Use heels/horns
- Rotate the part or the tools
MBend
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Importing & Exporting Parts
MBend can import parts in 3D STEP/IGES or 2D DXF formats, export to 2D DXF, and exchange data directly with cncKad.
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Tooling
MBend tooling enables manual, automatic, and preferred tool selection, and saving or reuse of tool segment and position setups.
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Sequencing
MBend enables manual selection or automatic calculation of bend sequencing.
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Finger Positioning
MBend provides options for automatic and full manual control of the finger positioning.
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Simulating
Simulating bends in MBend is a dynamic process, showing a realistic 3D visualization of the bending parts.
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Generating NC
MBend creates NC code suitable for most machines and controllers.
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Reports
Comprehensive MBend reports include all the information the operator needs to set up the tooling and bend the part.
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Batch Processing
The MBend automation feature allows batch processing your parts.
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Designing Parts
With the MBend module of designing parts you can draw part profiles.
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Machine Configuration
Machine Configuration allows to import and configure tools and machines.