Horizontal bandsaw HBE511A Dynamic

Auto-Feed-Control (AFC) automates the selection of optimal cutting parameters. The material to be cut is selected from an extensive material database. Based on the selected material and the saw blade being used, AFC automatically calculates the appropriate cutting speed and the ideal feed rate, and continuously adjusts the parameters during the cutting process. This improves cutting performance, cut quality, and saw blade life, while reducing operator effort and setup times. The sawing expertise embedded in the AFC also reduces training requirements and enables even less experienced operators to achieve consistent cutting results.

Behringer's cutting pressure control system measures the cutting forces directly at the saw band and thus responds with exceptional sensitivity. When cutting materials with varying cross-sections, pipes, and profiles, it automatically adjusts the saw feed rate to the actual load on the saw blade. This prevents load spikes and unnecessary saw blade wear. As a result, cutting quality is improved, and the saw blade’s service life is demonstrably increased by up to 25%.

Thanks to modern drive technology, energy-efficient hydraulics, and intelligent process control, the HBE511A Dynamic can reduce energy consumption by about 30% compared to previous models. At the same time, Auto-Feed-Control (AFC) and the automatic adjustment of cutting parameters ensure efficient use of drive power and high cutting performance with low energy consumption. This lowers operating costs and improves the sustainability of production. Furthermore, under certain conditions, investments in energy-efficient production technology in Germany may be supported by government subsidy programs.

The HBE511A Dynamic is suitable for cost-effective use in industry, the steel trade, and metalworking. It is designed for precise batch and individual cuts across a wide range of materials—from solid stock to tubes and profiles, and even metals and plastics that are difficult to machine.

Typical applications include:

• Cutting steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals
• Sawing tubes, profiles, and solid material
• Series production with high demands on precision and cost-effectiveness
• Frequently changing single cuts with operator assistance from the control system
• Machining varying material cross-sections and dimensions
• Use in the steel trade as well as in production and manufacturing facilities

The maximum cutting area is approximately Ø 16.1 in. for round material and 20.1 × 16.1 in. for rectangular material.

The HBE511A Dynamic is designed for a wide range of materials and is suitable for both easy-to-machine and difficult-to-machine metals, as well as plastics. Thanks to its high-performance sawing technology, it processes a wide variety of workpieces reliably and precisely—from tubes and profiles to solid material. With the optional bundle clamping device, material bundles can also be cut economically and reliably. This makes the machine a versatile solution for a wide range of sawing tasks, both for industrial manufacturing facilities and for the steel trade.

The sturdy gray cast iron saw frame dampens vibrations and ensures maximum stability during the sawing process. This enables higher cutting performance, more precise cuts, and longer saw blade life. Especially when working with challenging materials such as stainless steel, titanium, or nickel-based alloys, the high level of vibration damping improves both cut quality and process reliability.

Upgrading from an HBE321A Dynamic to an HBE411A Dynamic is especially beneficial when regularly cutting larger material cross-sections. In addition to its larger cutting capacity, the HBE411A Dynamic offers a significant advantage with a 1 ½ in high band saw blade, optionally available with a 2 in high blade, compared to the 1 ¼ in high blade used on the HBE321A Dynamic.

The taller and more stable saw blade delivers higher cutting performance, smoother operation, and increased process reliability, particularly when cutting solid materials from approximately 10 in diameter. This allows large workpieces to be processed more efficiently and at lower cost.

For frequently changing material cross-sections up to 16.1 in. diameter, the Behringer HBE511A Dynamic is a particularly cost-effective solution. The integrated Auto-Feed-Control (AFC) automatically determines the optimal cutting parameters and adjusts the feed rate and cutting speed to the material and cross-section. This reduces setup time and ensures consistent cutting results.

Dynamic cutting pressure control responds to changing material cross-sections, while the extensive material database facilitates quick switching between different materials. The automatic guide arm adjustment also ensures optimal conditions when material widths change frequently.

For maximum flexibility, the HBE511A Dynamic combines a double vise for precise single cuts with an NC-controlled feeding gripper for efficient batch production. Thanks to the sturdy cast-iron saw frame and the precise guide system, not only structural steel but also demanding materials such as stainless steel, titanium, or nickel-based alloys can be cut reliably and precisely.