How to calculate press brake bending force and tonnage

You must know how to calculate press brake bending force and tonnage to ensure safe and effective metal bending. The formulas below are commonly used in metalworking: Formula Description P (lbs.) = 2 × b × t² × Fy/W This is the basic method to calculate press brake bending force. P (tons/foot) = 0.012 × t² × Fy/W This […]