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How to choose a machine for bending reinforcement

On the web, you can find a lot of artisanal methods of bending steel rods. The most common are the use of a pipe, heating with a blowtorch, an inscription followed by bending. We will disappoint you: the effectiveness of such methods leaves much to be desired. First of all, all these methods are traumatic. Secondly, such effects on metal products change the physical and chemical properties of the material, which adversely affects the strength of the reinforcement and the entire structure. Therefore, despite the abundance of such "Kulibin" methods, it is highly not recommended to use such methods of bending rebar.

Another option is to make a rebar bending machine with your own hands. This is another “brilliant” idea of the Soviet Union, which has long been outdated and has shown its inexpediency. Buying the necessary metal elements and bearings, you will spend more money than if you purchase a finished product. Since Afacan machines are manufactured at the largest Turkish factory, you will get a tool of excellent quality for a minimum price.

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The need for bending rebar may arise not only on a large construction site, but also in a small private construction — in a country house, in a private house or for the construction of utility rooms on the site. The process of bending steel is especially relevant during the construction of reinforced concrete structures: at the joints of the bar, in the corners, it is absolutely impossible to connect the bars of a straight configuration. This completely contradicts the technology, and makes the already vulnerable corners even less durable.

With the help of what device is it recommended to bend the rebar quickly, cheaply and without violating the technology?

Quickly, cheaply and according to the technology, it is possible to bend the rebar with the help of desktop mechanical machines, large production machines or manual keys for bending Afacan rebar.

The keys will allow you to bend parts of the reinforcement already embedded in the concrete base, which makes this method simple and mobile. There is no need to connect to the power grid. With the help of a key, you can bend bars with a diameter from 10 m to 32 mm. Afacan has a range of keys with a pitch of 2 mm. The material of the device is alloy steel, which is hardened by induction in the working area. The rubberized handle contributes to a comfortable grip.

Afacan desktop hand machines can be used at home or on a construction site under cover. The cost of such a unit pays off quickly, and the efficiency allows you to knit metal structures quickly and without much effort. Electric industrial machines are designed for large enterprises and industries. In private use, such an aggregate is unlikely to be appropriate.

Therefore, answering the question — how to make a rebar bending machine, one single answer seems logical: it is worth buying a factory tool — a machine tool or a key — that will pay off quickly and will serve for decades. This will minimize injuries, increase labor efficiency and preserve the quality of the bent reinforcement.