I planned this Bending machine around a JD2 Model 32 bender. My goal was to design something that allowed mobility of the machine to be moved to odd jobs as I needed. While containing the Dies and tooling inside the machine so that they could be locked up to keep unwanted users from messing with it.
Also, I work in a shop that is subject to inspection by OSHA & Insurance companies so I need this machine to be safety compliant as possible.
Equipment and Parts Initially Purchased
- JD2 Model 32 Manual Bender
- Double Acting Hydraulic Pump for Dump Trailers KTI – 12 VDC – 6 Quart Reservoir
- HYDROWORKS Double Acting Welded Hydraulic Cylinder 3″ Bore 24″ Stroke, 3000 PSI
I started this project with the idea in mind that I wanted it to be on a rolling cart, that could be self contained and the ability to be locked to prevent unwanted operation.
I started with length of 4″x4″x 3/8″ Square Tubing as the support structure for the hydraulic ram.
Testing out the 1.75 x 6 Tube Bending Die with 1.75 x 10Ga ERW Tubing
Making a top for the cart, and I attached the tubing notcher to the top.
Enclosing the cart
Using 16GA Sheet Metal
Painting The Cart
