Bernardo TB 1020 Bending Machine with segmented upper blade
The Bernardo TB 1020 Bending Machine with segmented upper blade is a professional machine designed for precise sheet metal working up to 2.5 mm thick (400 N/mm²). With a working length of 1020 mm and an adjustable bending angle from 0° to 135°, it allows for complex bends thanks to the interchangeable segments of the upper blade. The maximum opening width of 48 mm ensures flexibility even for wider profiles, while the backgauge facilitates series production. Robust and stable structure weighing approximately 290 kg, designed for durability and reliability in the workshop. Supplied complete with bending segments and included accessories, it is the right choice for metal fabricators, mechanical workshops, and artisans seeking precision and solidity.
Main Specifications
Working length: 1020 mm
Max sheet thickness (400 N/mm²): 2.5 mm
Max opening width: 48 mm
Bending angle: 0° – 135°
Dimensions: L 1350 × W 1115 × H 1140 mm
Weight: approx. 290 kg
Segmented interchangeable upper blade
Backgauge included
Technical table:
| Specification |
Value |
| Brand |
Bernardo |
| Model |
TB 1020 |
| Working length |
1020 mm |
| Max sheet thickness (400 N/mm²) |
2.5 mm |
| Max opening width |
48 mm |
| Bending angle |
0° – 135° |
| Width |
1350 mm |
| Depth* |
1115 mm |
| Height |
1140 mm |
| Weight |
approx. 290 kg |
| * |
with backgauge |
| Blade type |
Segmented upper |
| Segments included |
25 – 30 – 35 – 40 – 45 – 50 – 75 – 100 – 150 – 200 – 270 mm |
Package contents:
Complete Bernardo TB 1020 Bending Machine
Segmented upper blade
Backgauge
Set of bending segments (25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 270 mm)
Logistics
Bernardo shipping: 5–9 business days (7 days to the South). Original spare parts available with 3–5 business day shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the TB series and the SB series in the Bernardo bending machine range?
The TB series (like this TB 1020) has a segmented upper blade: the segments are interchangeable and individually removable, allowing openings to be created in the blade to make boxes, deep U-profiles, and parts with high edges without interfering with the machine's structure. The SB series has integrated cutting rails — more suitable for cutting + bending thin sheet metal in a single station. TB: complex shapes. SB: cut and bend in sequence.
How are the interchangeable segments of the TB 1020 used?
To make a box: remove the segments in the positions corresponding to the side walls of the box (where the already bent sheet metal must "pass through" the blade during subsequent bends). The segments can be assembled and disassembled without tools. This operation transforms the TB 1020 from a simple bending machine into a tool for complex three-dimensional shapes — the main functional difference compared to bending machines without a segmented blade.
What is the maximum thickness for aluminum and stainless steel with the TB 1020?
The nominal capacity of 1.5 mm refers to S235 steel (400 N/mm²). For aluminum, the capacity increases by 30–50% — approximately 2.1 mm. For AISI 304 stainless steel, it decreases by 30–40% — approximately 1.0 mm. For thicknesses near the limit, always verify with a test piece before series production.
Can the TB 1020 replace a press brake for artisanal work?
For sheets up to 1.5 mm and lengths up to 1020 mm, the TB 1020 covers the vast majority of artisanal work in sheet metal fabrication, light carpentry, and workshops. Press brakes (AKPL) are necessary when: thickness exceeds 3 mm, working in series with high volumes, millimeter repeatability is critical (the TB 1020 has manual precision). For artisanal production and maintenance, the TB is the correct choice for its cost/performance ratio.
Are blades, segments, and spare parts available?
Upper blades, interchangeable segments, and original Bernardo spare parts are available with 3–5 business day shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
