Prima Power easyForm Electric Press Brake

$120,000 – $350,000 depending on tonnage and backgauge Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

Capacity

50, 100, 150, 220 ton options

Bending Length

1600 – 4000 mm depending on tonnage

Ram Drive

Direct-drive servo-electric (no hydraulic oil)

Energy Saving

Up to 75% vs hydraulic equivalent

Backgauge

6-axis CNC (X, R, Z1, Z2, X1, X2)

Bend Angle Accuracy

±0.1° with Lazy Eye sensor feedback

Overview

The Prima Power easyForm is a series of servo-electric CNC press brakes designed to replace hydraulic press brakes with a more energy-efficient, precise, and maintenance-friendly alternative. Available in 50-ton to 220-ton configurations, the easyForm series uses a direct-drive servo system that delivers bending force only when needed, consuming up to 75% less energy than equivalent hydraulic models during typical sheet metal bending cycles. The all-electric drive eliminates hydraulic oil completely, removing the risk of oil contamination on precision sheet metal parts for food processing equipment, medical devices, and cleanroom fabrication. The easyForm features Prima Power's CADMAN-B software with automatic compensation for sheet springback, bend angle verification via the integrated Lazy Eye optical sensor system, and full part programming from imported SolidWorks and DXF files. The 6-axis backgauge allows complex multi-step bend sequences without operator repositioning of the workpiece.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Capacity	50, 100, 150, 220 ton options
Bending Length	1600 – 4000 mm depending on tonnage
Ram Drive	Direct-drive servo-electric (no hydraulic oil)
Energy Saving	Up to 75% vs hydraulic equivalent
Backgauge	6-axis CNC (X, R, Z1, Z2, X1, X2)
Bend Angle Accuracy	±0.1° with Lazy Eye sensor feedback
Tooling System	American or European style (customer choice)
Control	Prima Power CADMAN-B
Programming	Import from SolidWorks, DXF; 3D part unfolding
Oil-Free	Yes — no hydraulic fluid

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

75% energy saving vs hydraulic equivalents reduces operating cost significantly
Oil-free design suitable for food, medical, and cleanroom environments
Lazy Eye optical bend angle sensor eliminates scrap from springback variation
CADMAN-B software imports 3D models and calculates bend sequences automatically
Servo-electric drive delivers precise ram positioning without hydraulic drift

Limitations

Higher upfront cost than equivalent hydraulic press brakes
Electric servo drive has power limits at very large tonnages (>300 ton)
CADMAN-B software requires training for complex multi-bend programming
Repair of servo drive components requires specialized Prima Power technicians

Best For

Sheet metal fabricators seeking energy cost reduction with servo-electric bending Food processing equipment manufacturers needing oil-free bending environments Medical device fabricators requiring cleanroom-compatible bending Precision enclosure and panel fabricators needing tight bend angle repeatability

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the easyForm compare to hydraulic press brakes in speed?

The easyForm servo-electric drive achieves comparable or faster cycle times on standard bends due to higher ram acceleration. On very thick or high-tonnage bends, hydraulic machines may deliver faster approach but servo-electric is faster overall in typical production cycles.

02 What is the Lazy Eye bend angle sensor?

The Lazy Eye is Prima Power's optical bend angle measurement system that monitors the bend angle in real time during the bending stroke, automatically adjusting ram position to compensate for springback variation in different material batches.

03 Can the easyForm use standard European and American tooling?

Yes. The easyForm accepts both European (Wila, Wilson) and American-style press brake tooling, giving shops flexibility in tooling sourcing. A quick-change tooling clamping system is optional.