More throughput, higher accuracy and quality

H-beam coping solutions

Kranendonk has engineered and delivered robotized, CNC- and PLC-controlled, one piece production systems for the industry since 1989. During these years Kranendonk has supplied many cutting lines to offshore companies all over the world. The H-beam Cutting and Beveling Line is a must for every company active in the field of offshore, which is seeking for opportunities to improve their quality, efficiency and throughput.

The system

The system has a flexible design and can be used in many situations and various forms. The components used are of excellent quality and ensure a smooth operation of the H-Beam Coping Line for many years. The basis of the cutting line is a fixed robot column with a suspended industrial robot. The robot and process equipment are integrated in the fixed column requiring a minimal floor space. The operator console can be positioned at that location from which the operator will have a complete view of the line. The clamping frame has an integrated length measuring system which combines high accuracy and high efficiency. Optionally we can supply items like: buffers, marking equipment, edge cleaning and fume extraction.
 

ARAC software

The H-Beam Cutting Line is supplied with Kranendonk ARAC software. The advanced ARAC software combines easy end-cut programming of the robot with simple graphical online cell and process control. The programming of the macro’s is based on standard software tools. Also integration with various CAD-systems is possible.

Process

The H-Beam Coping Line is a dedicated profile and h-beam cutting installation which uses the latest oxy fuel or plasma process equipment. This H-beam cutting line is capable to cut various end- and intermediate cuts with the prefered bevel. 

Accuracy

Dynamic Flexible Production or “DFP” is an additional feature in the ARAC software. The main reason for developing this feature is the fact that all steel profiles have tolerances in dimensions and shape. To optimize the cutting process these tolerances must be known before generating the robot program. DFP automatically measures the profile with a 3D sensor and uses that data to automatically generate the correct robot program and to make the perfect cut.

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