TPT September 2012

Dri l l ing, piercing, punching

Single pass plasma processor for square and rectangular tubing

and mitred) to sections that can range from 75mm×75mm to 508mm×508mm. The use of plasma technology allows the Ring of Fire to accept material of varying thicknesses, and qualities. Using Hypertherm’s latest Hydefinition plasma cutting technology, the Ring of Fire is capable of cutting material ranging from 6mm thick to 50mm thick. Additionally, material grade or condition is of little concern, as the plasma process is unaffected by the existence of typical mill scale or corrosion. Material handling is optimised on the Ring of Fire with the application of Peddinghaus’ patented Roller Measurement technology.

PEDDINGHAUS Corporation, the global leader of CNC equipment for the structural steel and heavy plate industries, has developed the Ring of Fire plasma processor for the production of square tubing, rectangular tubing, and structural steel members. An economic alternative to traditional tube processing methods, the Ring of Fire utilises a Hypertherm HPR400 plasma torch fixed to a rotating and beveling ring to process all four sides of a profile (top, bottom, and sides). This technology is leveraged for the application of bolt holes, copes, notches, layout marks, slots, cutouts, weld preparations and end cuts (both straight

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Drilling rectangular tubing

Raw material need only be loaded on the entry area of the machine, and removed at the exit as completed parts are conveyed outward from the operating area. This technology helps to eliminate the need for an entry gripper carriage or feed-cart. Scrap or small components are automatically conveyed from the operating area of the Ring of Fire by means of a rugged steel conveyor belt. Manufacturers and structural fabricators alike have experienced the benefits that this system has to offer. In equipment manufacturing applications, the Ring of Fire has been known to provide some customers with cost savings in excess of 60 per cent. Within the structural realm, the Ring of Fire works as an all-in-one work station capable of processing all structural sections including beams, channels, angles and flat bar. Peddinghaus Corporation – USA Email: lisa-clark@peddinghaus.com Website: www.peddinghaus.com

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