Mogul Mechanical Engineering opts for Selmach

Mogul Mechanical Engineering is a fabrication business based in Cwmbran, from where it fabricates guarding, platforms and ladders for steel erection applications, as well as more complicated fabrications. The company relies on a wide range of machinery supplied by Selmach, including an RVD ER fibre laser cutter, Morgan Rushworth ASBR 2050/190 sheet rolls, PBR 1250/90 sheet rolls, PSR 50/155 section roller, HFP 775/30 H-frame press, BP 2540/25 box and pan folder, and various grinders, drills and punches.

“The main reason we considered machinery investment was that a lot of our work was previously outsourced,” explains Mogul director Ben Harris. “We got by, but we wanted to grow, so we needed machines at hand to make stuff as and when required, without relying on supplier lead times. With Selmach, we found every machine we needed to satisfy 99% of what we do.”

The first machine to arrive on site was the small PSR 50/155 section roller, although a large section roller, the HSR-3/100 is currently on order.

“All the machinery from Selmach has worked out really well – we’ve had no issues at all,” says Harris. “From an advice point of view, we’ve had lots of opportunities to visit the showroom at Selmach and discuss the type of work we do. So we’re always advised the right machine. Selmach typically provides a range of options at varying costs, and then we can look at our budget. We’ve got a good relationship with the sales guys and were able to negotiate a fair deal on a lot of the equipment. The aftercare and service has also been great.”

More information www.selmach.com

Amada launches EGBe series electric press brake

Amada has introduced the EGBe series, a fully electric, intelligent, functional and high-performance bending machine that aims to transform manual bending. Cited as the easiest machine to operate on the market, the EGB-ATCe evolves upon the existing automated tool changer employed by the HG-ATC and HRB-ATC. According to Amada, the machine is extremely productive with high part output, even by less experienced operators.

The EGB-ATCe is packed with the latest technology to aid operators, ensure accuracy and protect the environment. This includes a new servo-drive and electric crowning system, a new triple back-gauge with AR technology, voice control, and an evolution of Amada’s bending indicator technology.

Amada’s latest AMNC 4ie numerical control centralises and integrates the management of all the new features to achieve high productivity and the highest performance available on the market, reports the company. Additionally, services such as tablet HMI and fully automatic offline programming are all integrated, reducing unproductive times and supporting the operator, who just has to manipulate the part to bend.

Amada developed the VPSS 4ie BEND offline programming suite to create the bending program automatically based on the correct unfolded part. This capability allows the operator to process it without the need for any manual adjustment, which is autonomously managed by the machine itself through the new and faster Bi-SII bending indicator.

The bending indicator takes care to compensate for the position of the upper and lower beams, achieving high bending linearity. The resulting angle is displayed on the tablet HMI, which is always positioned in front of the operator, enabling them to immediately confirm the accuracy of the part without wasting time with the manual inspection.

More information www.amada.eu

RAS to showcase premiere at Blechexpo 2025

RAS Reinhardt Maschinenbau says visitors toBlechexpo 2025 in Stuttgart next month (21-24 October) will be among the first to experience the new XLTbend-2, which the company describes as the next level in automated bending. The machine is available as a stand-alone high-performance machine or fully integrated with intelligent robot automation.

Key highlights of the new XLTbend-2 include extended manipulator capabilities for production flexibility, modern safety features to ensure secure operation, energy-efficient IE5 servo drives, increased bending stroke, and seamless integration into existing production environments thanks to clearly defined interfaces and the RAS LUNA automation solution.

According to RAS, the XLTbend-2 sets new benchmarks when producing production parts like boxes, panels and complex precision components. Visitors to Blechexpo 2025 will find the machine on Booth 1604 in Hall 1.

In other developments from RAS, the company says its established TURBO2plus now has a compact successor. The new TURBO2plus Compact replaces the previous standard model. It offers the same technical performance in a significantly smaller footprint, making suitable for use by small businesses, sheet metal shops and space-constrained workshops.

Whether for roof and façade profiles, advertising panels or enclosures, RAS says the new machine takes bending to the next level. The intelligent Bendex software automatically programs parts, evaluates alternative bending strategies and visualises the entire bending sequence in 3D.

Thanks to its reduced overall height, the TURBO2plus Compact can be integrated flexibly into a wide range of production environments. It is especially suited to workshops that need to operate efficiently and powerfully despite limited space.

More information www.ras-online.de/en

RK and Haco launch OptiForm CNC press brake

RK International Machine Tools is continuing its partnership with Belgian sheet metal machinery manufacturer Haco by introducing the Haco OptiForm 30150 CNC press brake to the UK market. The company says this collaboration brings a new generation of high-performance, cost-effective bending technology to British manufacturers, combining European engineering with local support and service.

The OptiForm Series (OPF), launched in 2025, is Haco’s reimagining of the entry-level CNC press brake. Designed for efficiency, ergonomics and fast delivery, the OptiForm 30150 (3 m, 150 T) is suitable for workshops upgrading from manual brakes or expanding capacity. It offers a compact footprint with a rigid frame, as well as the Haco EasyBEND multi-touch CNC – a PC-based 2D graphical control for intuitive operation.

Two configurations are available: a standard version with a two-axis back-gauge featuring manual crowning; and a ‘+’ version with four-axis back-gauge (X, R, Z1, Z2) featuring CNC crowning.

The Haco OptiForm is manufactured in the EU, which means UK manufacturers benefit from shorter lead times, budget-friendly pricing and full UK-based support from RK International, including installation, training and aftersales service.

“The OptiForm is a smart, future-ready solution for fabricators who want to modernise without overinvesting,” says Bart Huys, global sales manager at Haco. “We’ve combined the simplicity of our SynchroMaster with a modern design and intuitive control, making it perfect for the UK market where flexibility, reliability and value are key.”

More information www.rk-int.com

Pre-use checks app

A new digital app aims to tackle one of industry’s most persistent safety problems: an inconsistent approach to routine equipment inspections. The app from CoreRFID is believed to be the first stand-alone software for pre-use checks on equipment. It enables companies to replace paper checklists with a digital system that improves compliance with safety regulations, provides greater transparency and creates a complete audit trail. Suitable for any equipment type, Initial results from trials suggest that early detection could not only improve safety but could also extend equipment life and reduce damage costs by 12-18%.

More information www.corerfid.com