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Find product literature, calculators, videos and practical guides for sheet-metal production.

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Brochures

Review the machine range, key features and available configurations.

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Estimate production requirements

Engineering calculators

Estimate bending force and sheet weight, calculate bend allowance, deduction or K-factor, and compare laser operating costs. Each tool explains its inputs and limitations.

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See the process

Machine and factory videos

Watch equipment in operation, explore the factory or find a support video.

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FAQ

Find answers to common equipment and support questions.

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Set up the system

Controls and software

Explore controllers, programming and machine connectivity.

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Technical guidance

Technical guides

Read practical articles about bending, cutting, tooling and part design.

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Using technical references

Check material, tooling, machine configuration and operating assumptions before applying a calculation or specification to your work.

  • Write down the material and thickness range.
  • Separate a working estimate from a quotation.
  • Confirm the machine configuration and included options.
  • Plan service, training and future changes.

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Find the next useful answer

The right reference depends on whether you are choosing equipment, preparing a machine or supporting one already in service.

Choosing equipment

Build a shortlist

Use the selection guide and brochures to compare machines against your drawings, materials and batch sizes. Check calculator assumptions before using the results.

Preparing production

Check the controller, tooling and site requirements for your machine. Ask which manuals, videos and training apply to its configuration.

Review the selected controller, tooling, training and site requirements together. Use videos to understand the sequence, then ask which manuals and instructions apply to the delivered configuration.

Installed machine

Identify your machine

Use the model, serial number and controller to find support information. Send the service team any instructions that do not match your machine or issue.

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