The ROBOBEND® feature by Gizelis SA is a versatile system that allows a press brake to function either as a fully automated robotic bending cell or as a conventional manual press brake, providing flexibility in metal forming operations.

Key Features:

• Hybrid Operation: ROBOBEND® can be integrated into any of Gizelis’s hydraulic press brakes, enabling seamless switching between robotic and manual bending modes.
• Compact Design: The system features a linear track installed directly on the press brake, allowing the robot to move along the entire working length and park when not in use, ensuring unobstructed space for manual operations.
• Integrated Safety Systems: Safety mechanisms are incorporated for both robotic and manual operations, complying with EU regulations to ensure operator safety.
• Offline Programming Software: The system includes software for offline programming of both the robot and the press brake, facilitating efficient preparation without the need to manage multiple numerical controls.

Operational Modes:

• Robotic Bending: Ideal for large production runs, the press brake operates as a fully automated robotic cell, capable of working multiple shifts without an operator, achieving maximum working speed beyond standard CE regulations.
• Manual Bending: For smaller batches or diverse profiles, the robot parks at the side, allowing manual operation with full access to the bending length. Laser safety systems are activated to comply with CE regulations during manual use.

The ROBOBEND® system offers manufacturers enhanced flexibility and efficiency by combining automated and manual bending capabilities within a single setup.