Gullegem, Belgium – LVD Company nv has announced a new generation of the PPEC series hydraulic press brakes. PPEC models up to 350 tonnes now feature a new modern and ergonomic design with integrated status lighting. In addition, the touch control for all PPEC machines, ranging from 35 to 640 tonnes, has been upgraded to LVD’s latest graphical icon driven TOUCH-B controller.

The new design with built-in status lighting gives the PPEC an elegant appearance in line with the Easy-Form® press brakes. The status LED lights indicate the machine’s operation status, enabling more effective shop management for higher throughput. An optional LED lighting system illuminates the back gauge and front work zone areas to provide better operator visibility.

The touch control has been upgraded from the CADMAN® Lite control to the full-featured, icon driven TOUCH-B control. Working with TOUCH-B is easy and intuitive, no matter the skill level of the operator. With minimal input he can create and simulate 3D-designs on a 19” touch screen. Additionally the controller is compatible with LVD's offline bending software CADMAN®-B.

Press brakes equipped with the TOUCH-B control also feature a jog button on the foot pedal, allowing the operator to ‘jog’ individual axes of the machine for fine adjustments.

The LVD Group is a leading manufacturer of a comprehensive range of sheet metalworking machines and software solutions. The laser cutting systems, punching machines, press brakes, guillotine shears and automation systems are integrated with the company’s own custom developed CADMAN software. The company has production facilities in Belgium, France, the US, Slovakia and China and sales and service offices in more than 45 countries worldwide.