Fast, Efficient and Smart Press Brakes

At FABTECH 2025, Trumpf demonstrated the capabilities of smart, connected, automated manufacturing by running live production with real production parts. And it presented a new, completely redesigned version of its TruBend 3000 bending-machine series—press brakes designed to operate quickly and precisely, be easy to program and save energy. In addition, it reduced machine throughput time by around 40% compared to the previous 3000-series machines. Press force ranges from 93 to 253.5 tons; bending length, 6.5 to 13 ft. 

To ensure good part quality, Trumpf has integrated its ACB Laser automatic angle-measuring system (shown) into the new press brakes, consisting of a camera and laser sensors to measure the bend angle of the part before each bending process. If the angle does not match the value stored in the software, the press beam automatically changes its position until achieving the desired angle.

Also highlighted: Trumpf’s TecZone Bend offline-programming software. Users simply upload the 2D or 3D model of the part into the software and within a second, the correct bending sequence and the appropriate tools are displayed on the monitor, including collision monitoring. 

Lastly, with the speed-controlled On-Demand Servo Drive, the press brake’s motor only switches on during the bending process, reportedly reducing energy consumption by 30% compared to a hydraulic drive.