Trumpf TruBend Series 3000

The Trumpf TruBend Series 3000 is Trumpf's mid-range press brake platform, sitting between the entry-level Series 1000 and the flagship Series 5000. It's the machine for shops that have outgrown basic hydraulic brakes and need better angle accuracy, faster backgauge repositioning, and the option for non-contact angle measurement -- but don't need the full automation compatibility and On-Demand Servo Drive of the 5000 series. Think of it as the sweet spot where you get most of Trumpf's precision technology at a more accessible price point.

The headline feature on the Series 3000 is the ACB Laser angle measuring system. This non-contact optical system measures the actual bend angle during the stroke and corrects in real time, eliminating test bends on new material batches. Trumpf claims angle accuracy of +/- 0.3 degrees with ACB Laser engaged, which is tight enough for precision enclosures, electrical cabinets, and architectural metalwork. The system works across all common sheet metal materials and thicknesses without requiring special tooling or sensor discs.

The backgauge comes standard with 4 axes and is scalable to 5 axes for more complex part positioning. Backgauge fingers run on hardened linear guides for consistent positioning accuracy over the life of the machine. The 615 mm usable installation height gives you room for tall tooling setups, and the working speed of 15 mm/s with a rapid traverse of 170 mm/s keeps cycle times competitive for mid-volume production.

Bending aids with a 150 kg load capacity are available for handling heavy or awkward parts, reducing operator fatigue and improving safety on long shifts. The BendGuard safety system uses intelligent light field monitoring instead of physical light curtains, keeping the working area open and accessible while maintaining full safety compliance. That's a meaningful productivity advantage over traditional light curtain systems that restrict operator movement.

The hydraulic drive system on the Series 3000 is conventional -- no On-Demand Servo Drive like the 5000 series. The pump runs continuously during operation, which means higher energy consumption and more noise than the servo-driven models. But the hydraulic system is proven, well-understood, and cheaper to maintain than more complex drive systems.

Programming runs through Trumpf's control interface with support for TruTops Bend offline programming. The control handles 2D bend simulation, tool setup optimization, and collision checking. It's not the Touchpoint TruBend touchscreen interface from the 5000 and 7000 series, but it's a capable system that experienced operators will program efficiently.

New TruBend Series 3000 machines typically run $130,000 to $280,000 depending on tonnage, bending length, ACB configuration, and options. The Series 3000 competes directly with Amada's HRB series and Bystronic's Xpress lineup in terms of capability and price positioning. Used machines from 2008-2020 trade between $40,000 and $140,000.