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Sheet metal brake press

US9687896B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 13, 2015
Grant dateJun 27, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D15/04
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

One embodiment of a brake press for bending and forming sheet metal is disclosed. The brake press includes a movable frame including an upper cross member and a lower cross member and a stationary press positioned between the upper and lower cross members. A punch edge secured to the upper cross member moves towards and away from a die positioned on the stationary press to bend a sheet metal workpiece into a desired configuration, In some embodiments, a hydraulic control assembly provides precise and accurate control of the brake press.

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