Gantry-Style Plate Processing

Gantry-style steel plate processing machines eliminate lost time associated with loading and unloading plates of different sizes on conventional plate-processing machines. These innovative, high-productivity machines can carry out drilling, scribing, tapping, countersinking, milling, thermal bevelling and cutting on steel plates up to three metres wide.

Gemini

Gemini

Kronos

Kronos

Dual Drill Spindles Increase Productivity by Over 40%!

Our Gemini plate processing line with its unique secondary axis for each spindle enhances the productivity levels by over 40% in comparison to single spindle palate processor. The auxiliary axis, in conjunction with the second spindle, is like having two plate drilling systems in the same footprint and with the same operator.

Holes do not have to be aligned to engage the second spindle as each one operates totally independently so both spindles are fully operational simultaneously.Businesses are constantly opting for the Gemini’s dual spindle advantage to benefit from the huge productivity increases for relatively low additional cost.

  • Process plate up to 2.5 - 3.0 - 3.6 or 5.0 Meters in width.
  • Twin beam construction supports the drill spindles on both sides for added rigidity. The spindles are not mounted outside of the frame.
  • Gantry system eliminates lost time when loading or unloading the table regardless of the part sizes.
  • Irregular shaped remnants can be effectively process as the stock material is stationary.
  • Maximum material utilisation since it is not necessary to clamp the material for positioning.
  • High performance 6,000 RPM spindle with a ball screw feed.
  • The system can be provided with two drilling spindles and multiple torches for increased productivity.
  • Secondary "X Axis" permits hole patterns to be generated without having to reposition the gantry.
  • Optional automatic chip evacuation. Oxy-fuel and plasma cutting systems.
  • Oxy-fuel and plasma beveling heads available.
  • Guaranteed accuracy with rack and pinion positioning and measuring systems.
  • Irregular stock plates or drops can remain on the table and utilised later without having to unload the drop only to return it to the table later.
  • Since the material clamp is internal to the Gemini, the entire stock can be used to minimize scrap.
  • Guaranteed accuracy regardless of rust and mill scale.
  • Automatic tool changer for up to 24/48 tools