3 Beam Clamp
The Voortman will cut the copes in your steel beams faster than your layout man can even layout the copes. In the same way that the Voortman CNC Beam Drill Line and the Gulf States Saw & Machine Co. CNC Angle Line brought affordable automation of beams and angles to the small-to-medium fabricator, the Voortman similarly brings automated beam coping into shops that otherwise could never have considered it.
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Along with the basic unit that has some optional upgrade features, there is also the fully upgraded APC 1200. It has combination plasma and oxy-fuel cutting with both torches mounted on a pivoting head. They will flip one to the other interchangeably via computer control in a second without having to do anything manually. The machine is operated primarily with the Plasma to maximize efficiency. It is preprogrammed to automatically switch to the Oxy Fuel when the material thickness is beyond the cutting capacity of the Plasma. This upgraded unit comes standard with the laser probing for automatic height adjustment.
Once you have created an AutoCAD DXF file, import it with the DXF Import Utility (optional).
Voortman's software features CAD for custom design, CAM to nest and CNC for automated operations. It is compatible with almost any profile or design and does not require an annual service contract.
Plasma heads are popular because of the quality and speed with which they can be used to cut steel. Plasma heads cannot cut close to the flange because they are too large. There are many styles of copes that can be used in beams, but it is impossible with them.
The PCR41 is an innovative design that combines robotics, vision systems and plasma torch technology to bring you the best combination of value, speed, precision, and 4-face operation to cutting structural steel that a robotic plasma cutter can offer.
With Voortman, a profile of the cope can be uploaded to the CNC software from the built-in shape library or CAD. The user-friendly interface will then allow you to manually calibrate cutting tolerances, nest parts for coping, and track robotic cutting paths before the work begins so that any mistakes can be avoided. Then, the material simply needs to be loaded and the start button pressed for Voortman to begin coping with perfection.
Voortman and Gulf States Saw & Machine Co. are committed to providing affordable, reliable CNC solutions that work for you. The Voortman has been built to the highest safety standards with state-of-the-art components.
Voortman provides 24 hour technical support to our worldwide clients. Voortman's inside service staff has years of experience in assembly, field, and factory checkout. This gives them hands-on experience using most machines. Voortman's service staff are available whenever you need them. They also have superior knowledge and can solve any questions that may arise.
AutoCAD is and architectural software and works well for exporting flat 2-D pieces to plate processing machines. Where it falls short is in its ability to export files for 3-D shapes like beams, channel, angles etc. AutoCAD exports both DWG files and DXF files which are perfect for plates.
The basic unit is an oxy-fuel, semi-automatic coping machine. The operator places the workpiece and finetunes it before starting the cutting. An automated laser option is available to automatically probe the workpiece and adjust the torch height. The basic unit includes powered conveyors that allow the operator to manually measure and mark the length of the feed stock before cutting. Optional automated measuring system using Laser measurement of feed stock is available. Operators can input the material type they wish to cut via the interface. The computer touch screen allows the operator to scroll through a selection of options using pictorial representations. All dimensions of the AISC structural steel are programmed into the computer. The computer displays a fully dimensioned cope drawing, which simplifies programming and minimizes operator error. Operators can modify and override the input, and it can also be saved as a new program, as desired. You can pre-programme the machine from your office using DSTV exported drawings. The operator can use a wireless remote to control the equipment. The Operator can view the equipment from any angle he needs to ensure accuracy and verify operations. The operator marks the material and moves it into position. Finally, hydraulically clamps the material for cutting. The laser is aligned to the operator's mark by the operator and the cycle begins. The torch is ignited, pre-heating material. Operator initiates and finishes the cutting process manually, ensuring that the torch height is maintained.
Robotic Coping or Profiling is equivalent to an optimized fabrication procedure that has been designed to ease the lives of metalwork and fabricators. The system can operate various processes such as beam drill lines, angles lines, band saws, hydraulic punches, and ironworkers. This is an easy way to transform your fabrication process into a hundred.
With Voortman on your side, you can reduce the production time of your operations by 80%, an impressive return on investment. This industry-leading beam coping machine includes free and unlimited support for life, and we offer turnkey installation and training anywhere in the U.S.
Miters do all the cutting. The hardest part of mitering is measuring accurately and cutting the molding to the right length. Handsaws are perfect for precise cuts and special techniques.
Cladding is usually made up of thin slabs of about 3cm thickness with a front finish and placed on the walls. Copings come in different thicknesses and are located at the top of walls.
Continuous steel beams are made up of multiple beams, which are joined and supported by beams. This creates a strong, but flexible component for large-scale structures. Continuous beams can be used for bridges, multi-story buildings and complex roof structures.
Scroll saw blades are a bit thinner than coping saw blades and have finer teeth. Scroll saws are more suitable for delicate and intricate work. Coping saws, on the other hand, are slightly better for thicker materials that require less delicacy.
Coping is an architectural term that refers to the top course masonry used to "cape" an exterior wall's top. Coping can be sloped or curved to divert water away.