CI Bend, the intuitive solution designed for speed, accuracy, and maximum shop floor productivity.

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Whether you're a seasoned fabricator or just starting out, CI Bend is your competitive edge, turning complex parts into machine-ready programs in minutes. Best of all? It's the same powerful, FREE software included with every new Cincinnati Press Brake!

CI Bend is programmed with these key features

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  • Master Programming in Hours, Not Weeks!

    Our commitment to easy-to-use design means you can fully master CI Bend in just one day of training! It speaks the language of your shop floor, not complicated code. Plus, the software takes the exact configuration from your machine control, guaranteeing seamless integration and zero learning curve.

  • Accurate 3D Bend Simulation

    Say goodbye to costly scrap! CI Bend creates a true-to-life 3D simulation of your entire bending sequence, including automatic tool selection, precise part handling, and comprehensive collision detection. Operators can validate the bend order and tooling setups before production even starts, drastically reducing trial-and-error on the machine.

  • Intelligent Tooling Database & Setup Assistance

    Never hunt for the right punch or die again. With an extensive library of standard and custom tooling, CI Bend automatically suggests the absolute best tool for each bend. The software goes further by generating detailed setup instructions, helping operators stage tools correctly the first time, every time, and accelerating your setup time.

  • Unmatched Offline Programming Power

    Stop tying up valuable machine time! With Offline Programming, your engineers can program and verify complex jobs in advance without pausing production. CI Bend allows you to prepare flawless bend sequences, keeping your press brake running and skyrocketing overall shop productivity.

  • Automatic NC Code Generation

    Bridge the gap between design and reality. Once your bending sequence is approved in the simulation, CI Bend instantly generates NC code ready to send directly to the press brake. This ensures absolute consistency between the program and the machine's output while eliminating manual programming errors.

System Requirements for CI Unfold

  • Windows XP and above

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BendSim Software 5.4.1.8
Full installation package of version 5.4.1.8 (Released August 2025).

HASP & HARDLOCK DRIVERS

This area contains the most recent version of the HASP & Hardlock copy protection key drivers.

NOTE: The single user Hardlock device will not work with Windows Vista or Windows 7, they will only work on computers running Windows XP and older operating systems.  If you have an old hardlock device and you want to upgrade to a new computer running Windows Vista  or Windows 7, you will need to contact the CINCINNATI Parts Department to purchase a HASP device. If you are unsure which lock you have, the USB Hardlock is about 2" long, blue and will say "Hardlock" on it.  The USB Hasp is about 1" long, green, and will say "Hasp HL" on it.

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EM-503: Offline BendSim Module Software Manual

The software is fully functional, however, if you have not purchased the software after 60 days it will expire.

Note: It is recommended that the software versions of your press brake controls match the version in this download. You may wish, however, to use this version against that recommendation. If you discover that this new version is incompatible with your existing press brakes, please call the Cincinnati Service Department at (513) 367-7100 to schedule compatibility upgrade service for your machines (or assistance in re-establishing the previous offline software version)

  • CINCINNATI can assist in troubleshooting your machine through the use of TeamViewer. This software allows our support group to remotely access your control so we can better understand any problems that are occurring.

    No installation required, just download and run.

    • For Windows XP, Embedded Standard and older, download version 12 from this link: TeamViewerQSv12

    • For Windows 8 Embedded and Windows IOT, the latest version can be downloaded here: TeamviewerQSv15


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