SHEET BENDING MACHINE with three symmetric roller technology R3
Versatility and performance
2, 3 or 4 rollers? Understand the specific features of each technology
There is no such thing as the right or wrong architecture for a machine.
Each roller has its speciality.
Enclosed you will find the different types of processes and your material and performance requirements, grouped by machine type:
- Mass production capability with the R2
- Versatility and performance with the R3
- Mastery of heavy thicknesses and an integration into your processes for the R4
The solution to your problem... and more
If you have a shortage of qualified operators and you are looking for a machine that offers superior performance, the R3 three-roller sheet bending machine (symmetrical three-roller architecture providing double prebending without turning the sheet over) is sure to satisfy your needs.
Its ability to roll thin materials without laminating the sheet and its prebending performance with a limited residual flat edge are thanks to its special symmetric architecture. Thanks to its linear guide system (specific angle) and its bearing system with bronze rings, we guarantee high-quality rolling with regard to sheet edge straightness and cylindrical roundness.
The R3 sheet bending machine is especially recommended for:
- working on single items with high added value (in combination with the Easyroll control system)
- thin sheets and decorative work (design)
- operations with strict requirements concerning geometry (cylindrical roundness, straightness, etc.) and repeatability.
- Work on conical parts
- 3D parts (honeycomb, extruded, perforated)
- materials that are difficult to grasp (with the Easyroll control system and its predictive material database): aluminium, stainless steel, Hardox, etc.
The R3 bending machine has almost unlimited scope. Its wide capacity range, from 0.5 to 40 mm thickness and up to 6 m length, makes it versatile enough to use for almost any application.
R3 Next Gen: a new standard to support your industrial challenges and evolution
- Architecture with 3 independent powered rollers mounted on bronze rings
- Connectivity 4.0 for remote operation and interfacing with your organisation
- Easyroll ready as standard (all of our machines are upgradeable by a Plug & Play console change without other modifications)
- Easyroll: our patented software! Like a GPS to guide you through the bending process. Updates and new versions are provided free of charge.
- AIR: Artificial intelligence for Roll bending machine, an extension of Easyroll since V4
- 100% electric R3e version is possible up to 10 mm or Danfoss-equipped hydraulics (100% progressive movements).
What are the advantages of SHEET BENDING MACHINE with three symmetric roller technology
Three powered rollers
One motor (gearmotor) per roller as standard. Our machines have been equipped with Danfoss motors for over 35 years. The rotation of the rollers is factory-synchronised by a hydraulic system that prevents any variation over time.
Benefits: maximum torque, optimised efficiency, synchronised speed, reliability.
Note: Our competitors only have one or two powered rollers as standard.
Special architecture: design for identical roller diameters
To guarantee the best performance in terms of bending and deformation of the part, we have three rollers of identical diameter.
The benefits: perfect geometry in the bending profile and better machine capacity.
Note:Our competitors’ lateral rollers have much smaller diameters -> reduced capacity
-> up to 30% additional bending.
Linear guide system
An incredibly useful technology, with no friction and excellent performance in all operating modes: cylindrical and conical rolling. It’s also a strategic choice for optimised prebending (on three- and four-roller machines)
Benefits: maximum efficiency of the hydraulic power, no wear.
Note: The planetary guide system used by our competitors is a low-cost solution
-> up to 30% loss of power and additional wear.
Bronze Bearing Technology
All of our machines are equipped with bronze bearings that accept high loads during rolling operations.
This technology is unrivalled in terms of both its capabilities and its longevity! Greasing is centralised and requires no maintenance.
Note: Our competitors use roller bearings (more economical, but unable to withstand heavy loading).
Architecture for cone rolling
The frame design is optimised for easy cone rolling.
The three-roller architecture is best suited to this type of part. The cone must be formed by symmetric bending with a specific tilt of the lower rollers. In conjunction with the Easyroll control system, cones can even be created automatically.
High-performance prebending
Bending of perforated or fragile sheets
Rolling of thick cones
Human/Machine
Interface
With its ergonomic, user-friendly HMI, easyroll® integrates driving and technological innovations into intelligent, predictive, learning and adaptable digital assistance software.
Discover our range of control peripherals designed to meet your needs. Hover over the image to find out more about the selected console...
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- Easyroll rolling assistant
- Smart material database
- Calculation of springback
- Cone rolling assistant
- Assisted design & .DXF
- Automatic correction with AIR mode (Artificial Intelligence for Rollbending machines)
Our consoles are designed for plug & play operation: no action required on your machine.
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Same comfort + NC learning
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Excellent repeatability of bending by process duplication (high-volume production).
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Memory capacity: 500 5-steps programs
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USB key (to back up programs and settings)
Our consoles are designed for plug & play operation: no action required on your machine.
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Optimum control of all roller movements (roller movement actuated by progressive flow electrohydraulic valves)
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Controls located on a mobile console (so the operator can move around the machine).
- Movements controlled directly by manually-operated progressive flow hydraulic valves
- Controls located on the right-hand side of the frame on the end of the machine (excellent visual monitoring)
PICOT ENGINEERS have developed an innovative software, a real GPS dedicated for roll bending
Smart material database
All the cards to roll better,
with complete peace of mind
The AIR algorithm and the intelligent material base of Easyroll® are the two pillars of the technology developed and patented by AMB PICOT to predict the rolling performance with unrivalled reliability.
This technology increases the capabilities and scalability of the digital support offered to the user, notably through simulation functions, programming and coning support, springback prediction on 3-roll machines, etc.
Predictive learning
patented technology
Learn, predict and optimise
rolling performance
The characteristics and thicknesses of materials (steel, stainless steel…) and their typical advanced rolling behaviour are integrated in easyroll®. This data can be modified or enhanced by software updates or customised by the user.
AIR: Artificial Intelligence
for Rollbending machine
Improve and capitalise
Rolling experience
easyroll® features an intelligent expert algorithm that helps both the user and the machine to correct errors, stabilises programme performance and transforms personal experience into modelable, reproducible know-how. Yielding point, breaking point, unwanted deformation… AIR goes beyond a simple material correction update and allows you to adapt your easyroll® to your specific needs (fine tolerances, tanks, aircraft fuselage…).
On-board and remote
support
For controllable and mastered
rolling
easyroll® integrates and supports the practical and technological developments of tomorrow’s industry. Innovation and continuous improvement are in its DNA. Proven plug-and-play system (MES connection, etc.) Networked learning machines Advanced machine monitoring (self-diagnostics, customised reports, etc.) Remote support in a real-life environment using the integrated camera of the Picot academy: expert training, active user community, etc.
SHEET BENDING MACHINE with three symmetric roller technology is an asset for your market
Picot sheet bending machines are used in all sectors of industry, construction and even design. Below, you'll find a description of your trade, examples of our customers and the key information you need to answer any questions you may have.
Publics works
Fine sheet metal working
Boilermaking and Industry
Aeronautics
Design and architecture
Transport
