CIDAN up/down folder PRO Z
CIDAN robust double folder PRO Z is primarily designed for bending complex parts that require demanding handling. The folding machine bends both up and down, minimizing the operator’s need to turn the material during production. This, combined with segmented tools in both the bending beam and the upper clamping beam, provides excellent opportunities for time-saving and efficient bending of complex parts with just one operator.



Flexibility, precision and
ergonomics
The design of the bending beam allows for easy bending in both directions. The rotation of the Combi beam between two tool sets and the unique geometry provides you with unmatched working space. The tool locking is automatic for quick tool change and fast setup time. This, combined with full segmentation of the tools in upper-, lower and the folding beam gives you the maximum possibility to form your parts.
Servo electric drives guarantee the maximum precision in positioning and bending. In combination with our CNC-controlled crowning system we are able to bend different material and thickness at it´s best.
The CIDAN PRO Z folding machine is also equipped with our patented eccentric OEDPAT PENDING, which provides the same high pressing force and capacity regardless of the chosen tool height while always delivering maximum opening height. The backgauge configuration is completely flexible (J, L, U – shape) according to the production needs.
Streamline and optimize your work
Together with the vacuum grippers, which automatically position your material, your work is significantly streamlined and optimized. The large number of vacuum grippers with many suction cups hold the workpiece anywhere on the backgauge. Positioning each bending line is automatic, the operator only needs to rotate the sheets.
In combination with having multiple tool stations, you boost production with the best flexibility, precision, safety, and ergonomics – with or without a robot.
Low environmental impact
The CIDAN PRO Z double folder aligns well with our philosophy of low environmental impact, as the machine has low energy consumption, low noise levels, and is designed for maximum flexibility and safety.
Key advantages
Time – no flipping of the material and you have semi-automatic folding process – saving time and money.
Strength and Speed – full electric operated machine with eccentric upper beam movement – reduce cost per piece.
Accuracy and precision—segmentation of all tooling widen the range of the parts that can be bent – in combination with the automatic crowning system.
Capacity
Whether you are running short or long production runs, processing one sheet metal part at a time or several, small parts or large, box-shaped parts or sweeps with a mix of Z-bends and center folding – this is the machine for you!
Working length
3200 – 4100
Opening height
254 mm
Steel thickness
4,0 – 3,0
Up/Down bending
The PRO Z double folder is primarily designed for bending complex parts that require demanding handling. The machine bends in both direction, no need to flip the material during production.
Automatic folding center adjustment
The CNC controlled folding center adjustment ensures that the correct radius is set for the different materials and thicknesses.
It also enables advanced folding techniques.

Automatic material thickness adjustment and detour position
Material thickness adjustment is controlled by the software.
Detour position up to 150mm makes it possible to go around flanges when switching between positive and negative bends.

Upper beam: Rotating combi beam
PRO Z is equipped with the combi upper beam – have always access to two different tools.
- High divided box tools
- Straight rail (sharp tool)
Upper beam
The combi beam offers flexibility like no other tooling system, you can switch between the straight rail and high divided tooling in a matter of seconds.

The combi beam increases the flexibility for different shapes of profiles. This gives the ability to form a larger variety of parts without tool changing.

Upper beam: Eccentric drive
The eccentric driven clamping system eliminates wear and tear during movement which insures long life of the drive.
The dual motor eccentric clamping provides high
clamping pressure for closing hems.
High opening and closing speed and adjustable opening heights.
Clamping force for sensitive materials is adjustable in the control.
PRO Z is equipped with our patented OED, Optimal Eccentric Drive, for maximum clamping power regardless of tool height and sheet thickness.

Auto lubrication
PRO Z is equipped with a automated lubrication system. Guideways, drives and folding axis gets the correct amount of lubrication according to the workload of the machine.
It is fully operated by the CNC control.

Folding beam
The folding beam is dual driven by two 9,5kW motors and is very rigid and stable.
Front stop function
The folding beam can be used as a front gauge up to 148mm and enables to use the same program for different blank sizes.

Automatic Folding center adjustment
The CNC controlled folding center adjustment ensures that the correct radius is set for the different materials and thicknesses.
It also enables advanced folding techniques.

Automatic material thickness adjustment and detour position
Material thickness adjustment is controlled by the software.
Detour position up to 150mm makes it possible to go around flanges when switching between positive and negative bends.

Automatic crowning of folding tools
Crowning of folding beam is controlled by the software. The software supports different material tables in the same program, so the correct settings can be used for both long sides and short sides.

Tooling
Upper beam:
- High divided segmented goat foot tooling
- Straight/ sharp rail
Folding beam:
- Segmented folding beam tool in different widths
Lower beam tool:
- Segmented lower beam tool height 54mm
High divided tooling
The high divided box tooling has a free space of 276 mm in height. With high divided tools you gain more free space and can fold boxes with very fine measurement.
All high divided tools are segmented from 35mm up to 150mm in width.

Collapsable corner tools (Option)
Collapsable corner tools enables full automation when folding four sided parts like doors, claddings and panels. The tools will automatically flip when the upper beam moves upwards out of the box.
Sold in pairs of right and left.

Straight rail (sharp tool)
The combi upper beam is equipped with a straight rail that can be used for full length parts or profiles.
Advantage: you can use the 45° upper beam shape
The straight rail is divided in segments of 800mm or 900mm allowing quick and easy changing and lowering replacement costs in the event of damage.

Lower beam tooling
All lower tools (54mm high) are segmented from 35mm up to 150mm in width.
Divided lower beam tools in combination with a height adjustable backgauge gives full flexibility forming parts.

Tooling quality and radius
Choose from three options regarding tool quality:
Standard
Hardened
Premium – Toolox steel
All upper- and lower beam tools can be provided with a sharp edge (S1) and also in different radius (f.g R1 or R2).
Backgauge
The AGS (Accurate Gauging System) backgauge is a rigid construction and is driven with a servomotor, ballscrew and linear guides for highest precision and repeatability. The backgauge speed enables the productivity to increase and at the same time, decreases the costs of your forming operation.
AGS backgauge
The base unit is U-shaped with a depth of 1550mm at the sides and 1050mm in the middle. The deep cutout in the middle gives the advantage to reach closer to the bend line. It is also wide – for maximum workability of the machine.
When using vacuum grippers, the table is completely flat and the sheet can be rotated easily.
Design your own backgauge according to your needs with different modules.
You can add side extensions left and/ or right according to the working length of the machine.
For large applications like panels, doors and cabinets, we recommend a J-shaped or U-shaped backgauge.
Even 3 and 4 m parts can easily be handled by one operator.


Vacuum grippers
Makes it possible to run fully automated folding
sequences.
Divided into groups makes it possible to prepare next sheet on the table while the actual part is made.
The large amount of suctions cups prevents the sheet from slipping during the automated folding sequence.

Height adjustable backgauge (option)
Height adjustable backgauge (0-50mm) gives you full flexibility forming parts.
- Embossings in parts can be compensated.
- Bending complicated profiles from the folding beam side

ProLink CNC control system
The PRO Z includes the ProLink control system and a 21.5” touchscreen.
The ProLink software is developed for CIDAN folders by CIDAN.
The windows based control with a touch screen of 21,5” is easy and fast to learn.

Control system ProLink
The control is easy and fast to learn, navigation guides the operator through the programming procedure.
Interactive graphic pictures are shown to the operator with instructions like rotate or flip the part, a condition to correctly being able to produce complicated details.
Every bend line is shown with the selected tooling and its bending situation.
Collisions will be indicated- and the operator decides whether the part should be produced.
The folding settings is based on material data tables and calculates the bending allowance
In the CNC control you can store a large amount of programs.
Every program can be saved with a graphical icon and name and can be easily found in the library again.

ProLink offline (option)
With the offline-software you will be able to program the parts in the office.
Store the bending programs in a network folder.
Load the programs at the machine from the folder into the control.
Keep the running time of the machine high – program offline.

Pneumatic tool locking
Automatic tool locking, all tooling in upper- and folding beam are pneumatic locked.

Tool changing upper- and folding beam
Automatic tool change position makes it easy and
ergonomic to change or move tooling in the upper beam or the folding beam.
New working length – Release, add or slide tools, place tools at the side is simple and fast.
Depending on materials you be able to work with gaps in the tool stations according to the part requirements.


OPTION
Folding side operation package

OPTION
Different backgauge configurations

OPTION
Height adjustable backgauge

OPTION
Tooling quality and radius

OPTION
Collapsable corner tools

OPTION
Robot interface

OPTION
3D import

OPTION
Vacuum gripper in the backgauge
OPTION
Offline programming
With the offline-software option on PROLINK W, programming can be completed in the office away from the machine.
OPTION
Auxiliary outputs
6 outputs for ProLink W.

3D import
AutoPOL – 3D import to ProLink. We work together with the software developer AutoPOL and we have now taken a stride forward and upgraded the possibilities for file import for even easier integration of the machine in your daily work.

Technical specifications
Model | PRO Z 32 | PRO Z 41 |
---|---|---|
Working length | 3200 mm | 4100 mm |
Steel1 (400 N/mm2) | 4,0 mm | 3,0 mm |
Stainless steel2 (600 N/mm2) | 2,5 mm | 1,9 mm |
Aluminum3 (200 N/mm2) | 6,0 mm | 4,5 mm |
Opening height clamping beam | 254 mm | 254 mm |
Weight | 12500 kg | 13700 kg |
Motor clamping beam | 2 x 3,8 kW | 2 x 3,8 kW |
Motor folding beam | 2 x 9,5 kW | 2 x 9,5 kW |
Remote access
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secure connection to your machine after receiving a code (TeamViewer) from you.

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