Kinematic profile bending processes, such as three-roll profile bending, are known for their high flexibility with regard to the manufacturable contours. However, the low degree of automation and the predominantly manual quality control lead to a high personnel and time expenditure. The Mittelstand 4.0-Kompetenzzentrum Darmstadt and Herkules Wetzlar GmbH have carried out an implementation project to record and digitize the contour of curved profiles. With the results achieved, the added value through the implementation of sensor technology in production could be demonstrated.
