Top Benefits of Roll Bending Tools to Keep in Mind

By Tom Stortz, John Stortz & Son. 

If you’re on the fence about purchasing roll bending tools, these five benefits certainly make a case for themselves.  

Crafting the perfect roof requires attention to detail and the right tools. Roll bending portable brakes are one such tool that boasts several positive features. These versatile tools are a hallmark of skilled roofers, helping them create seamless transitions without any bending length constraints. In this article we at John Stortz & Son will explore five of the best features of roll benders that set them apart from traditional bending tools. 

1 - No bending length constraint – This positive is easy to understand when you have a 30 foot gable piece that needs a hem. The roll bending tool bends smooth and without a length constraint. 

2 - Portable – It cannot be stressed enough that these tools only weigh 10 pounds or less. There is no more running back to the shop to make bends. If you have a table set up on site, you can make any simple or profile bends on site. This saves considerable time. 

3 - Make profile bends – An overlooked aspect of the roll bender is making multiple bends for profiles. It’s simple to make wall transitions, eave details or mechanical lock profiles. It may take a bit more time than from a pan former or electronic brake, but having this ability in a pinch can be a job saver. 

4 - Time = money – There are a few ways to look at setting up for a job and one is purchasing all the materials from the metal supplier. If you consider the few hundred dollar investment to get set up for a lifetime of bends, there is no limit to how much money you may save from utilizing the tool in various places throughout your career. 

5 - No Bend Marks – Perhaps trivial when compared to purchased trim pieces, but no so much when you bend with 3″ hand tongs. The difference between marks and smooth transitions is the difference between expert and novice. These tools are professional bending tools. 

Original article source: John Stortz & Son