Power-Assisted Notcher and Bender

Pneumatic Notchers and Benders Increase Productivity

Helmold's new power-assisted notchers and benders are great tools for improving diemaker productivity. Both of these new machines use a unique pneumaticassist to provide the power to effortlessly notch and bend rule, and thereby eliminate arm and shoulder fatigue.

The machines are designed around Helmold's popular E-Z Heavy Duty Notcher and the E-Z Heavy Duty Bender, and are capable of notching and bending up to 6 point rule. The proprietary pneumatic actuator system provides proportional control which develops the required power without sacrificing the "feel" diemakers are used to in handoperated equipment.

The force developed by both the notcher and the bender is controlled by the diemaker using only finger-tip pressure on the machine handle. This modulated control, unlike a simple on/off control, provides the "feel" required in certain bending operations, and also eliminates the "slamming" in notching operations which can shorten knife life.

Since the machines are proven bender and notcher designs, there is no need for the diemaker to adapt to a new piece of equipment. And, the machines utilize standard Helmold bender dies and notch knives. The pneumatic cylinders in these machines have been specially designed for this application to provide shift-after-shift of trouble-free operation, and are easily maintained.