CNC punching machine for copper bars IBETAMAC 500: cutting, punching and bending

IBETAMAC completes at a client in Catania the final testing of the new IBETAMAC 500 CNCcenter designed for the automatic processing of flat copper bars

The machine performs automatic operations of punching and cutting on bars with sections between 30 × 3 and 200 × 16 mm and is also equipped with a integrated bending system.

A solution for companies that produce busbars, electrical panels, transformers and energy distribution systems and that want to increase accuracy, repeatability and productivity.

From the flat copper bar to the machined busbar

The IBETAMAC 500 CNC is designed to make the process of transforming the flat copper bar more efficient.

The CNC control manages bar positioning and programmed operations, reducing manual measurements and direct operator interventions.

The machine allows concentrating different production phases into a single solution:

• automatic punching;
• manufacturing of holes and slots;
• automatic cutting;
• controlled positioning of the bar;
• bending using integrated system.

The presence of multiple processing units allows reducing movements of the bar between separate machines and making the production cycle more continuous and organized.

Automatic punching of copper bars

CNC punching allows programming the hole and slot dimensions required on the bar.

Automatic positioning helps achieve precise and repeatable machining, especially when multiple pieces must be produced with the same configuration.

Compared to manual or semi-automatic machining, the CNC allows reducing:

• manually performed measurements;
• repositioning of the bar;
• operator error possibility;
• unproductive times;
• rework and scraps;
• differences between one piece and the next.

The result is a more controlled and repeatable production.

Automatic cutting up to 200 × 16 mm

The IBETAMAC 500 CNC performs automatic cutting of flat copper bars according to the dimensions set in the work program.

The declared dimensional field for punching and cutting is between:

minimum section: 30 × 3 mm

maximum section: 200 × 16 mm

The ability to work solid flat bars up to 200 mm in width and 16 mm in thickness makes the machine suitable also for the needs of companies that produce large-sized busbars.

Integrated bending system

One of the most interesting elements of the IBETAMAC 500 CNC is the presence of the folding system.

The machine is not limited to automatic punching and cutting, but also allows bending the bar through the dedicated unit.

This allows concentrating more processes in the same plant, with significant organizational advantages:

• fewer material movements;
• reduction of steps between different machines;
• smaller production footprint;
• more orderly management of operations;
• a single technical interlocutor;
• greater process continuity.

The bending features, tooling and available configurations are defined based on the operations requested by the customer.

IBETAMAC 500 CNC technical data

Technical data featureModel IBETAMAC 500 CNC Type CNC center for the processing of flat bars Main material Solid flat copper bars Declared minimum cross section 30 × 3 mm Declared maximum cross section 200 × 16 mm Automatic punching CNC Automatic threading CNC Bar positioning Automatic Bending Integrated system Geometries achievable Round holes and slots, according to tools and configuration Programming CNC Control Applications Busbar, electrical panels, transformers and power distribution Installation Performed directly by IBETAMAC Testing and commissioning Included in IBETAMAC service Operator training Carried out at the customer Technical assistance Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance Tooling supply Standard and special punches according to the requested operations

The actual capabilities, tooling and machine setup are verified by IBETAMAC based on the material, geometries and drawings provided by the customer.

Final test at the customer's site in Catania

The photographs show the new IBETAMAC 500 CNC during final testing at the customer's Catania, in Sicily.

During the test, the machine, the CNC control, and the processing on copper flat bars were checked.

The IBETAMAC supply includes a full service:

1. analysis of production needs;
2. choice and configuration of the machine;
3. direct sale;
4. transport organization;
5. delivery at the plant;
6. installation;
7. testing and commissioning;
8. operator training;
9. post-sales technical support;
10. ordinary and extraordinary maintenance.

Training directly at the customer

The delivery of the machine does not represent the conclusion of the project.

IBETAMAC technicians accompany operators during startup and conduct a dedicated training course on the use of the machine and its main functions.

The training enables the customer's staff to understand how the CNC control works, correctly set up the machined operations, and start using the machine effectively.

Why choose IBETAMAC

IBETAMAC does not provide only the machinery.

The customer has a single point of contact for sales, transport, installation, commissioning, training, maintenance, service and tooling supply.

The main advantages are:

• years of experience in the industrial machinery sector;
• specialization in the processing of copper bars;
• direct sales and assistance;
• installation at the customer site;
• operator training;
• post-sales technical support
• availability of standard punches;
• manufacture of special punches;
• ordinary and extraordinary maintenance;
• real presence with customers.

Request a test on your copper bar

To correctly evaluate the IBETAMAC 500 CNC you can send us the drawing of the bar to be produced, specifying:

• material
• width and thickness;
• bar length;
• position and diameter of the holes;
• slot size;
• requested cuts;
• folds to realize;
• annual or monthly quantity of parts.

Our technical group will analyze the processing and identify the configuration most suitable for your production.

IBETAMAC – Busbar Machinery Technology

Phone: +39 351 490 7164

Site: www.ibetamac.com

From raw copper bar to finished busbar: machine, installation, training and support from a single partner.