Our machines have a massive list of standard features. The first thing that people comment on when they use an SWI Simplex folder, is its ease of use.
Itβs fast, simple and flexible enough to be used by the most inexperienced, as well as the most particular, experienced operators.
Features:
- 150-Degree Fold Angles on Some Models
- Robust 32mm (1″) Thick, High Tensile Arms at Pivot Point
- Optional Capacities up to 11ga (.125β)
- Barcode Scanning and Integration with ShopLink & eBend app
- Recessed Fold Apron Geometry
- 23″ Touchscreen Controller
- Very Simple Apron Crowning Adjustments for Angle Tuning
- Lightweight Aircraft Aluminum Slitter Carriage
- Certified Laser Finger Detection at the Clamping Point.
- Slitter Light Curtains Provide Positive Finger Detection During Slitter Operation
- Chain Drive Slitter Eliminates Slitter Drive Slippage
- Replaceable HardenedΒ Clamp Inserts
- Smooth Variable Speed Hydraulic Control
- Servo Valves Optional for High Speed
Specifications:
- Maximum Fold Angle: 150 deg
- Clamp Angles: 45 Degrees
- Width of Apron: 10mm (.393ββ)
- Additional Width of Heavy Gauge Bar: 15mm (0.6β)
- Max Number of Folds per Program: 100
- Fold Repeatability: +/- 1 deg
- Backgauge Repeatability: +/-0.1mm (0.004β)
- Clamping Stroke: 400mm (15.75β)
- Maximum Backgauge Speed: Over 400mm/sec (15β/sec)
- Power Connection: 415V/3PH/50-60HZ
- Maximum Backgauge Position: 1220mm (48β)
- Minimum Backgauge Position: 10mm (.375ββ)
- Slitter Offset for Clamp: 60mm (2.375ββ)
Standard Accessories
High Powered Slitter
Aluminum slitter head and powerful chain drive provide reliable slitting capacity up to 2.0mm (14ga).

Replaceable Clamp Inserts
The tip of the folding clamps have hardened inserts that can be replaced should they become damaged.

Safety
Light curtain for the slitter carriage and laser finger detection are standard features on the Simplex Folder.

Simple Operation
SWI Folders are internationally famous for their ease of use. All high-end advanced features can be used even by inexperienced operators, thanks to SWIβs clever 3D interface.

Backgauges
Accommodating for parts as short as 500mm and a range from 1220mm (48″) to 5mm (0.2″). Speeds over 500mm per second.

Optional Software Packages
eBend allows flashing & trim details to be sent directly from construction site to SWI Sheetmetal Machinery. Files automatically generated by the eBend app can be emailed directly to SWIβs range of Marxman slitters, Simplex & Duplex folders for direct manufacture without any further data input in the manufacturing process.
Additional Specs
wdt_ID | Working Length | Throat Depth | Mild Steel | Hi Tensile | Aluminum | Arms | Backgauges | Fold Cyls | Approx. Mass |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 6.5m (21β) |
1220mm (4β) |
1.6mm (16ga) |
1.2mm (18ga) |
2.0mm (14ga) |
5 | 6 | 5 | 8,500kg (18,700lbs) |
2 | 8.2m (26' 11") |
1220mm (4β) |
1.6mm (16ga) |
1.2mm (18ga) |
2.0mm (14ga) |
6 | 7 | 6 | 10,500kg (23,100lbs) |
3 | 10m (32β) |
1220mm (4β) |
1.6mm (16ga) |
1.2mm (16ga) |
2.0mm (14ga) |
7 | 8 | 7 | 12,500kg (27,500lbs) |