WILA BendSense Technology

Air bending

Bending sheet metal in different angles using a limited set of tools.

Bottom bending

Bending sheet metal by enclosing the sheet between the punch and the die.

Bending short flanges

WILA's tooling solutions for achieving shorter flange lengths.

Bending with cut-outs near the bend line

Avoid deformations when bending near cut-outs.

Bending without galling

Bending galvanized sheet metal, aluminium or stainless steel on a press brake.

Box bending

Box bending requires forethinking your choice of press brake and tooling.

Heavy Duty bending

Tool Holders and Tooling for bending thicker or high strength steel.

Hemming

Finish sharp edges and strengthen parts of sheet metal products.

Large radius bending

Creating a bend with a large radius to material thickness ratio.

Mark-free bending

Reduce marking on the surface of the bent material.

Offset bending (Z-bending)

Making two equal and opposite bends in one hit.

An overview of all bending applications and techniques.

All applications

What is WILA BendSense Technology?

BendSense Technology is an advanced sensor system integrated into WILA Tool Holders. It provides critical information to press brake and cell control software, including tool identification to ensure the correct tool is being used, tool position monitoring for exact positioning and orientation, unidentified object detection to identify any unwanted objects inside the Tool Holder, and tool geometry data that provides detailed information on the tool’s shape and dimensions.

Create seamless integrations with WILA Basecamp

To maximize the potential of BendSense Technology, we offer WILA Basecamp. Basecamp allows control software suppliers, press brake manufacturers, and system integrators to seamlessly connect their products with WILA’s innovative solutions. With WILA Basecamp, you can ensure optimal performance and precision in every bend.

Equip your press brake with WILA BendSense Technology

Press brake buyers can trust that WILA products are built to deliver exceptional performance and reliability. BendSense Technology not only enhances the bending process today but also ensures that your operations are ready for the future. With its advanced features and seamless integration capabilities, BendSense Technology is the ideal choice for those looking to optimize their bending operations and achieve the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Experience the future of bending with WILA’s BendSense Technology. For more information, contact one of our experts today!

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