Bending sheet metal in different angles using a limited set of tools.
Bending sheet metal by enclosing the sheet between the punch and the die.
WILA's tooling solutions for achieving shorter flange lengths.
Avoid deformations when bending near cut-outs.
How to deal with galling while bending galvanized sheet.
Box bending requires forethinking your choice of press brake and tooling.
Tool Holders and Tooling for bending thicker or high strength steel.
Finish sharp edges and strengthen parts of sheet metal products.
Creating a bend with a large radius to material thickness ratio.
Reduce marking on the surface of the bent material.
Making two equal and opposite bends in one hit.
An overview of all bending applications and techniques.
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Read moreWhen bending galvanized sheet metal, stainless steel, or aluminium, galling can be a significant issue. It causes marks on the sheet metal, inaccurate bends, and products getting stuck in the V-opening of the bottom tool. While intensive and frequent cleaning can help, it is a costly extra step and may lead to tool wear. EnduraBend coated tooling offers a real and proven solution.
EnduraBend is a versatile and durable tool coating designed to minimize galling during bending, especially in challenging situations where galvanized sheet metal, aluminium or stainless steel are processed. This innovative coating is the result of extensive WILA research into galling, creating the optimal surface and material properties for WILA CNC-Deephardened tooling.
Are you only bending galvanized sheet metal? Then check out our OZU-ZN coating. Contrary to EnduraBend, WILA OZU-ZN coating is specifically designed to prevent the build-up of zinc deposits on tooling. OZU-ZN coating may be less versatile than EnduraBend but is a more cost-effective way to prevent galling.
Galling is the adhesion of particles of the sheet material to the bottom tools due to friction. High forces can cause so-called flash temperatures, enhancing adhesion and leading to abrasive wear. Lowering the interfacial shear strength between tool and sheet metal can prevent this.
At WILA, we are committed to providing innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and quality of your press brake operations. Our extensive research and development efforts ensure that our products, like EnduraBend and OZU-ZN coatings, meet the highest standards of performance and durability. By choosing WILA, you are investing in tools that deliver consistent results, reduce downtime, and extend the life of your equipment.
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