Beam Coping Machine Bending

Another drawback is that when cutting thicker areas of a part, even on light wide-flange beams, for instance the radius at the intersection of the web and the flange, it is typical for the flame to blow back, and this can and cause damage to the plasma head.

"..the Liberator cuts the beam in half, and it also fits 2 pieces together with such precision that no trimming is necessary. We are no longer filling in gaps when welding. We can save both time and effort when fitting and welding the structure. The Liberator has saved me a lot of grey hair, which is priceless!

Voortman’s Roller Feed Measuring Technology exceeds the industry standard. It is important to maintain accurate measurements without hesitation during production. Even though there may be slight deviations in the material, accuracy should not be compromised.

Voortman designs machines to meet our strict specifications. Voortman focuses on larger fabricators while Gulf States Saw & Machine Co. is a machine manufacturer that targets small-medium fabricators. Voortman has been building machines in Gulf States Saw & Machine Co.'s shop for over 10 years. Gulf States Saw & Machine Co. is Voortman's biggest customer.

Voortman is able to cut steel beams into copes much faster than your layoutman. Voortman's CNC Beam Drill Line, and the Gulf States Saw & Machine Co. CNC Angle Line introduced affordable automation of angles and beams to small-to mid-sized fabricators. The Voortman brings automated beam coping to shops otherwise unimaginable.

This CNC beam cutter with single torch reduces the time and effort required to lay out your handles.

The basic unit consists of a semi-automatic, oxygen-fuel coping device. Operator positions the workpiece, adjusts the torch height, and fine tunes it. There is also an automated option that allows the laser to probe the area and set its torch height automatically. The basic unit is equipped with powered conveyors. This allows the operator to measure and mark the feedstock's X length before it can be cut. An optional automated measuring system can be added via Laser measurement of the feed stock. The operator can input the type of material to be cut using the interface. The computer touch screen displays a list of choices that the operator can scroll through. The computer has all dimensions for the AISC structural metal. It is possible to program the computer with a fully dimensioned handle drawing. This simplifies the process and reduces errors. The operator can customize and override any input and save it as a new programme, if necessary. The machine can be programmed remotely using DSTV exported drawing. Operators can control the equipment using a wireless remote. This allows the operator to view from any angle necessary to inspect operations and keep accuracy. The operator places his mark on the material, moves it into place, clamps hydraulically the material to be cut, and then checks for accuracy. The laser is aligned by the operator, and the cycle starts. The torch lights, preheating the material. The operator initiates the cutting process by hand and completes the job as long as the torch height remains constant.

Although we prefer the machine to be installed indoors, there are several Voortman beam copier installations outside. The machine and control panel must have adequate weather protection. For photos of many of our outdoor installations, please contact us.