Capacity
Up to 3000 tonsPUMA XL can be configured for heavy-duty forming applications, including large, thick, and high-tonnage work.
Dener Press Brakes
PUMA XL / SMART XLHydraulic CNC Press Brakes Built for Serious Forming
Compare Dener's PUMA XL and SMART XL hydraulic press brake platforms by tonnage, bending length, controls, backgauge options, crowning, tooling, safety, and production workflow.
PUMA XL is the advanced production platform for shops that need higher tonnage, stronger control capability, more backgauge options, and a more complete forming package. SMART XL is the practical CNC hydraulic brake for small and medium shops that need dependable bending performance, simple programming, and a lower cost of entry.
Up to 3000 TonsCNC Hydraulic FormingESA / Delem ControlsCrowning OptionsBackgauge OptionsSafety Packages
Bending Length
Model dependentAvailable bending lengths are configured around the customer's part size, material, and forming requirements.Controls
ESA / DelemAvailable control packages support simple CNC bending through advanced graphical programming.Forming Setup
Crowning, tooling, and backgauge optionsConfigure the machine around accuracy, setup speed, part complexity, and operator workflow.Model comparison
Choose the Right Dener Press Brake Platform
PUMA XL and SMART XL serve different buyers. One is built for higher-spec production forming. The other is built for dependable CNC bending without overbuying the machine.
Production Hydraulic Press Brake
PUMA XL
The PUMA XL is the stronger choice for shops that need advanced CNC forming, higher capacity, more options, and production-focused setup support.Best For
- Higher-tonnage bending
- Production forming
- More complex part programs
- Advanced control requirements
- Multi-axis backgauge needs
- Heavy-duty shop environments
- Buyers wanting more machine headroom
Key Options
View PUMA XL Specs - ESA S 675 W control
- Delem DA-66T / DA-69T options
- X/R and higher-axis backgauge configurations
- Manual, motorized, or hydro-mechanical crowning
- Laser angle measurement options
- CE laser safety systems
- Sheet followers
- Wila or Dener clamping options
- European segmented tooling
Economical CNC Hydraulic Press Brake
SMART XL
The SMART XL is a practical option for shops that need strong, accurate CNC hydraulic bending with simple programming and a lower cost of entry.Best For
- Small and medium fabrication shops
- General sheet metal bending
- Job shop bending
- Shops upgrading from older manual or basic CNC brakes
- Buyers who need accuracy without unnecessary complexity
- Budget-conscious CNC forming
Key Features
View SMART XL Specs - ESA S 630 control
- Standard single-axis X backgauge
- Synchronized hydraulic bending
- Simple programming
- Strong, fast, accurate forming platform
- Practical configuration for everyday shop use
Performance overview
Built Around Capacity, Control, and Forming Accuracy
Dener hydraulic press brakes are designed to give shops the right balance of tonnage, bending length, CNC control, crowning, backgauge capability, tooling, and operator support.
High-Tonnage Forming Capability
PUMA XL can be configured up to 3000 tons for shops bending heavy plate, long parts, large formed components, and demanding production work.
CNC Control Options
ESA and Delem control options help operators program parts, manage bend sequences, and improve setup efficiency.
Backgauge Flexibility
Backgauge options allow the machine to be matched to part complexity, repeat work, and production requirements.
Crowning Options
Manual, motorized, and hydro-mechanical crowning options help improve bend consistency across the length of the machine.
Tooling and Clamping
Segmented tooling and available Wila or Dener clamping options help support faster setups and broader bending applications.
Safety and Operator Support
Available laser safety systems, front supports, sheet followers, and setup options help create a safer and more efficient forming workflow.
Key features
Press Brake Features That Matter
Focus on the features that affect daily bending work: setup time, accuracy, control, repeatability, tooling, safety, and operator confidence.
Synchronized Hydraulic Forming
Hydraulic synchronization helps maintain ram control and repeatable bending performance across daily production work.
Advanced CNC Programming
PUMA XL control options support graphical programming, bend sequence planning, and faster setup for more complex parts.
Practical CNC Bending
SMART XL gives shops dependable CNC hydraulic bending without forcing them into a higher-cost control package they may not need.
Backgauge Configuration Options
Configure the backgauge around part complexity, repeatability needs, and operator workflow.
Crowning for Bend Consistency
Crowning options help compensate for deflection and improve bend accuracy across longer parts.
Tooling and Clamping Choices
Tooling and clamping options help shops reduce setup time, improve flexibility, and support a wider range of bending jobs.
Safety Package Options
Available CE laser safety systems and operator support options help protect the team while keeping production moving.
Applications
Best-Fit Applications
These press brakes are built for shops that need reliable CNC forming, better setup control, and the right balance of capacity, accuracy, and budget.
Job Shop Forming
Good for shops bending a wide mix of parts, materials, thicknesses, and batch sizes.
Heavy Plate Bending
PUMA XL is the stronger fit when the work requires high tonnage, large parts, or heavier forming capacity.
Production Sheet Metal Bending
A strong fit for repeat parts, higher-volume forming, and shops that need consistent bend quality throughout the day.
Shops Upgrading Older Brakes
Helps improve control, setup, accuracy, safety, and operator workflow compared to older manual or basic CNC machines.
General Fabrication
Built for brackets, panels, covers, frames, enclosures, guards, and formed sheet metal components.
Budget-Conscious CNC Bending
SMART XL is a practical option for shops that need dependable hydraulic CNC forming without unnecessary complexity.
Long-Part and Custom Forming
PUMA XL can be configured around larger bending lengths, higher tonnage needs, and more demanding forming applications.
Production Teams Needing Better Setup Support
Controls, backgauge options, crowning, tooling, and clamping choices help reduce setup friction and improve operator confidence.
Features & benefits
Why Shops Choose Dener Hydraulic Press Brakes
The right brake is not just about tonnage. It is about control, setup speed, bend consistency, tooling, safety, and having enough machine for the work ahead.
More Capacity When the Work Gets Bigger
With PUMA XL configurations reaching up to 3000 tons, shops can quote heavier and larger forming work with more confidence.
Better Control Over Complex Bends
Advanced CNC control options help operators manage programs, bend sequences, and production setups more efficiently.
Practical Option for Everyday Bending
SMART XL gives small and medium shops a strong CNC hydraulic brake without overcomplicating the buying decision.
Setup Options That Save Time
Backgauge, crowning, clamping, tooling, and sheet support options help reduce handling time and improve workflow.
Accuracy Support Across the Bend
Crowning and control options help improve bend consistency, especially on longer parts and higher-demand applications.
Safer, More Professional Forming Workflow
Safety and operator support options help shops protect operators while keeping production organized.
Technical specs
Technical Specifications
Final specifications depend on the selected model, tonnage, bending length, controls, backgauge, crowning, tooling, and safety package.
PUMA XL Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Up to 3000 tons |
| Bending Length | Model dependent |
| Control | ESA S 675 W standard; Delem DA-66T / DA-69T optional where available |
| Backgauge | X/R standard or higher-axis configurations available |
| Crowning | Manual, motorized, or hydro-mechanical options |
| Tooling | European segmented tooling |
| Clamping | Dener or Wila options |
| Safety | CE laser safety options available |
| Sheet Followers | Optional |
| Best Fit | Production forming, higher-tonnage applications, advanced CNC bending |
PUMA XL Specifications
- Capacity
- Up to 3000 tons
- Bending Length
- Model dependent
- Control
- ESA S 675 W standard; Delem DA-66T / DA-69T optional where available
- Backgauge
- X/R standard or higher-axis configurations available
- Crowning
- Manual, motorized, or hydro-mechanical options
- Tooling
- European segmented tooling
- Clamping
- Dener or Wila options
- Safety
- CE laser safety options available
- Sheet Followers
- Optional
- Best Fit
- Production forming, higher-tonnage applications, advanced CNC bending
SMART XL Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Model dependent |
| Bending Length | Model dependent |
| Control | ESA S 630 |
| Backgauge | Standard single-axis X backgauge |
| Crowning | Configuration dependent |
| Tooling | Configuration dependent |
| Safety | Available safety options |
| Best Fit | Small and medium shops, general fabrication, economical CNC bending |
SMART XL Specifications
- Capacity
- Model dependent
- Bending Length
- Model dependent
- Control
- ESA S 630
- Backgauge
- Standard single-axis X backgauge
- Crowning
- Configuration dependent
- Tooling
- Configuration dependent
- Safety
- Available safety options
- Best Fit
- Small and medium shops, general fabrication, economical CNC bending
Downloads
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Technical Datasheet
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Floor Layout Review
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Power and Facility Requirements
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