The ABCM-1250 coping machine is ideally suited for mid-sized to larger fabricators, or fabricators that require high volumes of welded connections
The Right Solution for My Shop?
In the world of fabrication there is no such thing as ‘one size fits all’ equipment. Each machine has an ideal application, and for each Fabricator there is an ideal machine. The ABCM-1250 coping machine is ideally suited for mid-sized to larger fabricators, or fabricators that require high volumes of welded connections.
Ideal for the Automation of Common Copes: Shops that require web cutouts, flange penetrations, slotted tubes, block copes, "rat holes", "dog bones", and more find the ABCM performs each of these cuts flawlessly and at the lowest possible labor cost.
Used as a Coper and a Miter Saw: Does your shop currently have a straight cut saw and just can't justify the investment of a miter saw? Is your current cutting capacity overburdened? Combine your coping and miter cutting into one operation on the ABCM.
Used for the Application of Split-T Sections: Structural split T's are no problem with the Peddinghaus ABCM-1250 coping machine.
Comparison
There is no need for a dust extraction unit and consumable costs are considerably lower when compared to plasma
How Does the ABCM Compare to Typical Robotic Plasma Copers?
Although plasma is undeniably the faster cutting solution, the triple torch design of the ABCM oxy-fuel coper allows for the cutting of two flanges simultaneously. This means flange thins are performed on both top and bottom flanges at the same time, weld prep is generated concurrently, and operating costs are minimized due to the machine's low power requirement. In addition there is no need for a dust extraction unit and consumable costs are considerably lower when compared to plasma.
In addition to this, there is no tedious torch probe process associated with robotic copers, and the narrow diameter of the oxy-fuel torch allows for tighter cutting against flanges, tipping the scales in favor of the ABCM-1250.
Modular Design
Peddinghaus material handling can be easily stored outside in any climate
Modular Design
The Peddinghaus Roller Feed design of material measurement allows for an array of material handling options. With the ABCM-1250 measurement happens at the machine, eliminating separate carriage or gripper feed mechanisms. This allows for total layout flexibility. Peddinghaus conveyors can be quickly expanded, split apart, transferred across from either side (datum or non datum), and modified with no sacrifice in machine accuracy or functionality. The elimination of unnecessary mechanism also allows for superior durability, as Peddinghaus material handling can be easily stored outside in any climate. Furthermore, the modular design of Roller Measurement gives fabricators the ability to expand their production on an as needed basis as business dictates, allowing for unmatched potential.
How do I Setup My Shop?
Shop layout and material handling efficiency is paramount for cost savings
How do I Setup My Shop?
Shop layout and material handling efficiency is paramount for cost savings. Every time a profile is handled with a crane, profits are lost. This unnecessary shop cost not only slows the productivity of other processes, but creates unneeded work related hazards. With the help of Peddinghaus' seasoned layout engineers and systems personnel fabricators learn the secrets to shop floor success without experiencing the pitfalls of poor layout and planning.
Store Material Outside
Your material doesn't need electricity, heat, or shelter in order to be stored
Store Material Outside
Your material doesn't need electricity, heat, or shelter in order to be stored. So why house all of your material handling inside, consuming valuable shop space, and incurring costly overhead expenses? Peddinghaus' Roller Feed design makes it easy to place material handling outdoors. On top of saving shop space, this innovative method eliminates unnecessary crane handling that inhibits other operations inside of your shop. Easily unload delivery trucks outside, and load conveyor without slowing other parts of your production.
Small Facilities, Small Overhead
Peddinghaus users commonly employ a garage style structure outside of their main welding and fabrication shop
Small Facilities, Small Overhead
Big tonnages in small places - this is the mantra of the Peddinghaus systems department. Smaller spaces equate to lower operating expenses across the board; whether it's heat, electricity, property taxes, or the cost of initial investment. Peddinghaus users commonly employ a garage style structure outside of their main welding and fabrication shop to lower overhead costs, and minimize the hazards caused by housing multiple operations under a single roof.
Support
24 Hour Service now available!
Global Support
At Peddinghaus service is our top priority. Peddinghaus offers a global team of customer support representatives that are always available at the Peddinghaus 24 hour customer support center. Through state-of-the-art remote diagnostic software, readily available local field support, and the industry leading warranty, support from Peddinghaus is only a call or a click away.
24 Hour Tech Center
To service our global clientele, Peddinghaus proudly provides our partners with 24 hour technical support
24 Hour Tech Center
To service our global clientele, Peddinghaus proudly provides our partners with 24 hour technical support. Our inside service staff have years of experience in the field, assembly, or factory checkout; providing them with hands-on experience with most machines. At Peddinghaus our staff is not only available when you need them, but they maintain superior knowledge to solve questions as they arise.
Powerful Field Service Staff
Peddinghaus field service personnel are stationed throughout North and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Russia, and Australia
Powerful Field Service Staff
Although 90% of support issues can be resolved by our 24 Hour Tech Support center, an expansive network of 50+ Peddinghaus field service personnel are stationed throughout North and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Russia, and Australia.
Remote Diagnostics
Peddinghaus inside service technicians don't need to be at your machine to solve a question you may have
Remote Diagnostics
Peddinghaus inside service technicians don't need to be at your machine to solve a question you may have. A common internet connection is all that is needed for the Peddinghaus technician to operate your control as if he was standing with you at the machine. The Powerful Windows® based Siemens control used on Peddinghaus equipment allows for this capability, and provides superior diagnostics via Windows® based atmosphere.
Web Camera Troubleshooting
Peddinghaus machines are shipped with high definition web cameras and software
Web Camera Troubleshooting
Not every problem can be diagnosed with remote assistance. Mechanical issues or questions that require the human eye are still common. Peddinghaus machines are shipped with high definition web cameras and software; allowing Peddinghaus employees to vividly experience the activity at the installation without the need to leave the office.
This feature is also available as an upgrade to all existing Peddinghaus machines maintaining a Windows® interface.
Industry Applications
Industry Applications
The ABCM-1250 is the unsurpassed thermal processor for a wide array of applications. Parts up to 1250 mm × 610 mm (50" × 24") can be processed with ease.
Common structural fabrication cope production includes:
Flange Bevels
Block Copes
Flange Thins
Creation of Split-T Sections
"Dog Bone" Copes
Web Penetrations for duct work, etc.
Flange Penetrations for pipe, or other items that must pass through a section
Three torches are faster than one! Three torches for simultaneous oxy-fuel cutting create the fastest and most efficient coper on the market today. Capable of mitered cutting and beveled weld preparation on the top and bottom flanges, the ABCM-1250 also touts automatic torch ignition, and compatibility with a wide range of cutting gasses.
Patented Probing System
The ABCM-1250 coper automatically senses mill tolerance deviations and compensates without any sort of special programming
Patented Probing System
The patented probing system of the ABCM-1250 coper automatically senses mill tolerance deviations and compensates without any sort of special programming considerations. Each flange torch assembly floats automatically during the burning cycle to maintain a fixed dimension from the torch tip to the surface being cut.
Acceptable Cutting Gasses
Acceptable Cutting Gasses
The ABCM-1250 Coping Machine is compatible with the following cutting gasses:
Acetylene
Propylene
Chem-O-Lene
Propane
Natural
Mapp
Ethylene
Butane
Flamex
Bevel Weld Prep
The ABCM-1250 has the capability to automatically bevel the torches via program command on both the top and bottom flange of a profile
Bevel Weld Prep Capabilities
The ABCM-1250 has the capability to automatically bevel the torches via program command on both the top and bottom flange of a profile. This Servo motor driven gear system gives machine the ability to create beveled edges of up to 45º on the Top & Bottom Flange of material and allows for simultaneous weld prep creation.
Measurement
Peddinghaus' Roller Measurement allows for supreme flexibility in regards to material handling, and scrap savings
Roller Measurement
Peddinghaus' Roller Measurement allows for supreme flexibility in regards to material handling, and scrap savings. This unique form of measurement actually drives the material through the machine with a powerful pinch roller mechanism. By applying a set of precision encoders that track distance the material has traveled, the machine is able to quickly and accurately produce perfect parts.
Benefits of the Peddinghaus Roller Feed system can include:
Minimized footprint - store material outside, and allow material to easily pass through a small doorway through the exterior walls of your facility
No length restriction - stock length is dictated only by weight
Load profiles of all shapes and sizes one after another without any stop in production - no need to wait for the return or unload of a gripper carriage, no need to change clamping devices
Electrical
From the electrical cabinet to the drive motors, the ABCM-1250 is equipped with Siemens electronics from top to bottom
Electrical Features
From the electrical cabinet to the drive motors, the ABCM-1250 is equipped with Siemens electronics from top to bottom. Siemens provides the industry's leading quality, spare parts guarantee and availability no matter where in the globe the end user is located.
Siemens Control
The ABCM-1250 features the industry leading CNC control panel from Siemens
Siemens Control
The ABCM-1250 features the industry leading CNC control panel from Siemens. This powerful multi-axis control panel offers the flexibility of a Windows® interface, while maintaining the robust build and quality of a shop hardened CNC control. The unmatched global access to spare parts, service, and industry leading warranty prove Siemens to be the ultimate electronics provider in today's machine tool market.
Software
Peddinghaus equipment is versatile when it comes to CAD/CAM software options.
Software
Peddinghaus equipment is versatile when it comes to CAD/CAM software options. Whether it's the allure of a full-blown 3D package for structural programming, or the simplicity and economy available with Peddinghaus' established software Peddimat, there is a solution for every need.
Peddimat
Peddimat software has long been a benchmark within the structural steel, and metal fabrication communities
Peddimat
Peddimat software has long been a benchmark within the structural steel, and metal fabrication communities. With absolutely no maintenance contracts, minimum operating requirements, and an unlimited amount of licenses per installation this software is as versatile as it is affordable.
Ease of use is only further noticed in facilities with multiple Peddinghaus machines as a common user interface is applied for Coping machines, Drill Lines, Angle Lines, Band Saws, CNC Marking Systems, and more.
Basic Features:
User friendly graphical type input
Customer programmable plus standard AISC and European shape libraries are provided to determine non-programmable zones
Automatic flange layout of the mid-length locations
Duplication of flange hole patterns top flange to bottom flange, end to end, or opposite hand
Matrix development of symmetrical hole patterns and the ability to recall stored matrix hole pattern
DSTV import is a standard feature; DXF conversion is optional. These provide compatibility with all major CAD systems eliminating manual entry
Simultaneous viewing of data input and graphics screen for program checking and verification
Total optimization of the work cycle regardless of the input sequence of the hole locations
Ability to combine different programs of various quantities into one stock length (nesting)
Program edit capabilities
Dimensional input in feet/inch/fraction, inch/decimal or metric
Full integration with modern BIM software
Parts Tracking Utility (PTU)
The parts tracking utility is a program created for monitoring production of material on Peddinghaus machines using Siemens controls.
Parts Tracking Utility (PTU)
The parts tracking utility is a program created for monitoring production of material on Peddinghaus machines using Siemens controls.
This program is not immediately visible to the machine operator and works in the background of the CNC control.
This program creates an output file at a desired location that displays vital information about part production. By monitoring specific internal machine communications, the program will document the use of your machine. This can include an array of items, ranging from the number of holes punched or drilled to the amount of time the operator paused the machine.
Benefits of the PTU
Automatic documentation of production
Ability to view progress remotely
Ability to monitor employee productivity
Elimination of human error in the production monitoring process
Program Requirements
Peddimat version 1.09.07 must be installed on the machine, for the production control to work. This is because the header of the part file that is run on Peddimat version 1.09.07 has to be in a specific order. The machine must have a Siemens 840 Di or newer control.
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Customers all over the globe frequently exceed expectations with the addition of the modern CNC technology Peddinghaus offers. One of the most gratifying parts of being a machine tool manufacturer is watching companies succeed using the equipment we build.
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