TZ Single Folder

The kinetic Torsion shaft technology provides maximal precision and reproducibility of folded parts. This technology is unmatched and unique to all THALMANN folders.

The synchronized distribution of force to the machine is at the heart of all THALMANN machines and can be compared to the synchronised mechanical control used in aircrafts. No other folder in the market is capable to deliver folded parts with an accuracy delivered through this technology.

A cropped bending beam allows more freedom and possibilities in the production of sheet metal profiles. The free space is extended through the folder cropped beam dimension. The additional space allows for bends with a 1:2 aspect ratio.

Architects, industrial designers and façade designers are continuously looking for new profile geometries. With the addition of a cropped bending beam on a THALMANN folder a wider range of dimensions of bended sheet metal parts can be produced. With this feature THALMANN customers are able to expand their product portfolio and business for folded sheet metal parts.

A cropped bending beam allows more freedom and possibilities in the production of sheet metal profiles. The free space is extended through the folder cropped beam dimension. The additional space allows for bends with a 1:2 aspect ratio.

Architects, industrial designers and façade designers are continuously looking for new profile geometries. With the addition of a cropped bending beam on a THALMANN folder a wider range of dimensions of bended sheet metal parts can be produced. With this feature THALMANN customers are able to expand their product portfolio and business for folded sheet metal parts.

Parts that have length down to 100 mm are possible with sideways adjustable short back gauge stop fingers.

The production of tapered parts is possible up to dimensional offset of +/- 500 mm. The positioning of the sheet metal is fully automated and multiple sheets can be manufactured in a tapered shape at the same time on one machine.

With the option of an automated tapered back-gauge, architects, roofers and engineers have the possibility to develop novel profile geometries and extend the scope of façade design.

Hydraulic material thickness adjustment allows for an automatic adjustment of the air gap between the bending tool and upper clamping tool. A perfectly set air gap between the bending tool and upper clamping tool lays the foundation for a flawless bend.

Hydraulic material thickness adjustment allows for an automatic adjustment of the air gap between the bending tool and upper clamping tool in order to compensate for the differences in sheet thickness. The result is an air gap that is always optimally set, leading to a perfect bend radius.

Uniform angles over the full length of the folded parts is guaranteed trough a dynamic automatic upper beam crowning system. This innovation ensures that the unwanted effect of overbending at the profile ends (the “banana effect”) is eliminated fully.

Laser guides around the machine guarantee a safe environment for operators to work in. The safety zone is placed as such that efficiencies and sufficient workspace during operation of the machine are maintained.

THALMANN’s safety concept is fully complient with the EU-guidelines for “Standard-Sicherheitsausrüstung” and “Sicherheit von Steuerungen”.

To improve durability and for heavy duty bending operations, HARDOX 400 steel bending beams will greatly enhance tool life as well as maintain accuracy of folded parts. The type of steel used to produce the beams is similar to the steel used for excavator shovels.

The extremely wear resistant Hardox beams will under normal operation last the lifetime of the machine and can be welded when damaged. Hardox beams on a THALMANN machine improves the stiffness and stability of the machine.

Companies that apply additional cutting of folded sheets can integrate this operation on the THALMANN machine by adding a fully automated slitter unit. Investment in additional dedicated cutting or de-coiler units can often be avoided selecting this machine option.

In addition to achieving operational efficiencies trough the integration of folding and slitting in one operation, the folded metal sheets are less prone to damaging due to the reduction of manual handling. Scratches or bumps will be avoided with an electrical slitter unit.

On one and the same guiding system slitters and hemming/roll former heads are interchangeable. Both reductions in costs and investments are clear benefits and can be retrofitted on an existing THALMANN machine.

Modular and interchangeable hemming and roll forming units extend possibilities of forming sheet metals on a THALMANN machine. The hemming and roll forming unit can be mounted directly on the THALMANN long folding machine. This unit is ideal for the production of calibrated highly accurate dimension panels and very tight hems.

In addition to achieving operational efficiencies trough the integration of folding and a hemming and roll former unit in one operation, the folded metal sheets are less prone to damaging due to the reduction of manual handling. Scratches or bumps will be avoided with an electrical slitter unit.

On one and the same guiding system slitters and hemming/roll former heads are interchangeable. Both reductions in costs and investments are clear benefits and can be retrofitted on an existing THALMANN machine.

Safety of machine operators is significantly improved through positioning of LED lights under the upper clamping beam. Different colour settings can be selected to match the optimal light conditions.

For an efficient and extended scope of remote service, the optional M-Guard functionality is recommended. A secure and fast direct link between a THALMANN machine anywhere in the world and the service team in Switzerland is easily established with M-Guard.

M-Guard offers the possibility to perform software updates, software diagnostics and problem solving tasks. Up- to-date VPN technology ensures safe and fast data-transfer. Remote maintenance significantly reduces costs and time as no travel will be required to deliver this service.

The high-speed hydraulic system with energy-efficient STOP-START function ensures high bending dynamics.

The quiet pump motor achieves a noise level of only 48 dB and thus enables a ergonomic, healthy working environment.