Pipes cutting and beveling
Engineers from ECKERT company developed modern and innovative system which allows curve cut of pipes and direct preparing in these pipes suitable welding chamfers. Merging 3D cutting devices, advanced software, welding experience and mathematical knowledge allowed to implement system which makes possible creating of complicated tubular constructions.
Previously intersections of pipes were prepared only by hand. The cut edge was copied from a paper stencil on a pipe and then material was cut out by a hand torch. This process was arduous and not effective. In the addition it was easy to make a mistake during creation of joints from several pipes. Basic defects of such solution are low quality of cut, time-consuming and a lack of preparation for welding.
Today thanks to the innovative system of ECKERT company for preparation of tubular connections we can use CNC portal cutting machines with 3D Flex Head and robots. These devices assure high quality of cut, precision, efficiency and repeatability. And what is important - both solutions perfectly prepare welding chamfers directly during the cut process. Therefore cut pipes can be used for creating of welded constructions without necessity of additional machining.
The complicated edges of pipes intersection are created by special software added to the system. The intuitive interface of the software makes possible to create any curves on edge of pipe by setting only few basic parameters.
The software automatically chooses the suitable kind of preparation for welding giving suitable chamfers and applies it on whole cutting edge. For minimising the risk of mistake the software is equipped in WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) editor and window of 3D visualization where user can continuously check effects of his modifications. Built-in 3D simulation module allows to preview the cut process on screen of monitor.
Don't you want to wait? Please contact to our office – professional advisers will answer on all your questions:
Sales Department
tel. (76) 856 09 31
email: tadeusz.grzybowski@eckert.com.pl
What does 3D laser pipe cutting consist of?
What does 3D laser pipe cutting consist of?
Three-dimensional laser tube cutting is an advanced processing technology that uses multi-axis CNC systems to precisely shape tubes and profiles. It allows holes, cuts and complex geometries to be made at various angles - without the need for further machining.
What are the main advantages of 3D laser cutting?
What are the main advantages of 3D laser cutting?
Most important benefits are:
- very high precision and edge quality,
- elimination of additional operations (e.g. grinding),
- the ability to create complex parts,
- shorter production and assembly times.
Why is it important to automate pipe and profile cutting?
Why is it important to automate pipe and profile cutting?
Automation eliminates human error and ensures full repeatability of production. As a result, the components fit together perfectly, which speeds up assembly and reduces project costs.
When is it a good idea to choose plasma for pipe cutting?
When is it a good idea to choose plasma for pipe cutting?
Plasma is a good choice for:
- thicker steel materials,
- batch production,
- projects where speed and cost are critical.
- plasma is a good choice for the following.
It is a more cost-effective solution than laser for less demanding details.
Plasma, laser or waterjet cutting - which technology to choose?
Plasma, laser or waterjet cutting - which technology to choose?
Choice depends on your needs:
- laser 3D - highest precision and complex details, .
- plasma - speed and low cost with steel, .
- waterjet (waterjet cutting) - no temperature influence and material versatility, .
- In practice, many companies combine these technologies.