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The inspiration for our new state of the art
folding machine.
Here we go again.
Introducing
SpectraFold TM with exclusive on-screen design.
The new Schechtl SpectraFold TM lets you actually see your parts
on the computer screen in “real time” as you create and produce
them. The SpectraFold TM is the ultimate definition of “what you see
is what you get.” And you can store up to 5000 graphic programs at
one time.
Schechtl’s innovative technology is one reason why they have been
the leader in architectural sheet metal machines in Europe for over
85 years. And now, Schechtl’s expertise is available in the U.S. The
SpectraFold TM is a marvel in innovation and efficiency. It’s faster,
easier to use, just as accurate, yet costs significantly less than the
competition and with its exclusive on-screen design system –
“What you see is what you get!”
For more information, and a free video call Metalforming, Inc.
at 770.631.0002 and see the clear difference for yourself.
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In 1997 Schechtl and MetalForming changed
the world of metal folding with the
world’s first graphic control.

Introducing the Schechtl iFold Control.
The biggest folding technology
advance of the millennium.
With PIP, any change in the program sequence is viewed in relation to the machine
elements, providing collision checking of the part with the machine.
Programming can also be done using Schechtl’s historical methods of easy and
classic mode for the less advanced user. A program created with any of the three
methods is stored automatically and is accessible in all-three formats.
And with MetalForming’s new OnLink Service System we can
communicate to you right from the control screen with live
streaming voice and video. We can actually see your problem and
help you fix it over the internet. We’ve even developed a new plugin
system for key electrical components so you can quickly and
reliably replace them with us looking
over your shoulder–without a plane
ticket in hand.
The fastest, most accurate, easy-to-use interface ever,
the iFold is the new gold standard for hi-tech folding.
Starting today, metalfolding technology has taken a quantum leap
forward in every aspect:
Programming
The user interface is state-of-the-art “swipe” technology, allowing instant control
of graphics and content on screen. It’s all part of our exclusive new “Drag and
Draw” programming technology.
The operator designs a part by
simply touching and dragging their
finger on the 22" tempered glass
touch screen. They literally draw a
“live” part with the actual dimensions
and angles to real scale with
no other programming or adjustments.
Should a change be desired
to a segment length, angle, or radius;
Swipe technology, drag and draw, touch 2 create clearly marked “HOT” buttons are
utilized. A sequence button is used to determine the actual bending sequence of
the part in real-time with the picture-in-picture (PIP) feature.
In addition to communicating with our
service department, the control can
network to your office computers or
even connect two or more Schechtl
machines together, either on location
or remotely. This feature will become
even more valuable to you as we add
Picture in picture Profile explorer function OnLink Service System, live voice and video
features in the near future, like connection
The new iFold profile explorer function allows you to store and manage part
programs in a virtually endless number of ways: part type (e.g., gutter, rake) part
number, part name, project or job number, customer name, etc. And we’ve built a
massive core library of industry standard parts which can instantly be added to
any folder.
to estimation and drawing files (CIRM, CAD, BIM) bar coding systems,
accounting systems and many other applications.
To make sure that the system is completely reliable we are using an “armored”
tempered glass shatter and scratch resistant touch screen. In addition, all of the
drives use solid state storage (no moving parts or spinning drives), and have built
in redundancy. And in the unlikely event something does go wrong you can run
the entire system with your laptop.
The Computer
What makes a technological advance of this magnitude possible is next generation
software based on the Microsoft.Net 3.5 framework – today’s most advanced
programming method which shatters the concept of the stand alone machine. The
key is that the system allows total compatibility and connectivity to a wide range
of other computers and software.
Why would a roofing or sheet metal contractor care about this Because,
for the first time ever, MetalForming has developed a new communications
method in collaboration with Georgia Tech University which
essentially stations a MetalForming service man in your shop. The new iFold can
connect directly to us via the web, land lines, WIFI, Bluetooth or 3G. The system
uses MT Connect to constantly send us data on the health of your machine, so we
can report upcoming problems to you before they appear.
Last but not least, through our groundbreaking new technology and hardware part
replacement costs are cut by more than 50%.