Determining the right Shannon bending machine can seem tricky. Here at Edge Finisher Company, we hope to make the decision easier by discussing the differences between the HRT and HRK. The HRT caters to material up to 6mm, offering accurate clean bends. The Shannon HRK on the other hand uses top and bottom heating, which allows it to bend up to 12mm thick material, making it ideal for heavy-duty tasks. Let’s dive into which Shannon bending machine best fits your needs.
HRT: Precision and Flexibility
The Shannon HRT comes in a few different models ranging from a working length of 65cm to 300cm. The HRT shines with simple projects and thin materials. Its adjustable heating elements provide precise temperature control. This model excels in precision work, including custom projects and prototypes, offering versatility across various materials.
- Max Material Thickness: Up to 6mm
- Best For: Thin material, Signage
HRK: Heavy Duty Reliability
The Shannon HRK comes in two models, a HRK-65 and a HRK-125. The HRK specializes in bending material up to 12mm. This is possible due to heating the material from the top and bottom. This machine is able to speed up production times with quicker cycle times and give you the ability to bend the thicker material with ease.
- Max thickness: Up to 12mm
- Best for: thicker material, Signage.
Making your Choice:
Deciding Between the HRK and the HRT models is a matter of aligning their strengths with your project requitements. For jobs that require bends on acrylic 6mm and thicker, The HRK is the machine for you. For Jobs that require thin material signage the HRT is the one for the job.
