FICEP VALIANT and KATANA Integration: A symphony of precision and efficiency
For the steel construction industry, automation and process efficiency are crucial to meet high-quality standards with rapid and certain responses. FICEP, a global leader in automatic steel processing, addresses these needs by offering the combined system featuring the Valiant drilling unit and the Katana band saw.
The VALIANT drilling centre
VALIANT represents the latest evolution in Ficep’s drill line range. VALIANT can position the beam and perform all programmed processes without the need for repositioning. The new extended sub-axis spindle positioning enables simultaneous drilling on all three surfaces even when the holes are not aligned. It can be equipped with three automatic 14-position tool changers, one for each spindle, which provide superior performance and a significant reduction in cycle times.
VALIANT automatic systems can be supplied ‘stand-alone’ or combined with the KATANA band saw system. KATANA has a closed-loop feedback, making it one of the fastest in the market. KATANA can perform high-quality cuts up to 60° mitred cuts in both directions. KATANA is integrated with an automatic unloading device with a magnet that allows the processed short pieces to be unloaded automatically. This is performed without the intervention of an operator. As such, workers no longer need to handle the steel members, which can be particularly dangerous given their size and weight.
By integrating VALIANT with KATANA and advanced automatic handling systems such as roller conveyors and cross-transfer tables, FICEP not only amplifies productivity but also enhances safety for operators. Moreover, automation alleviates the industry’s pressing challenge of skilled labor shortage by shifting employees away from strenuous tasks, thus enabling redeployment into higher value-added tasks. This dual benefit of increased efficiency and workforce optimization underscores FICEP’s commitment to driving industry progress.
Both the VALIANT and KATANA can be controlled by a single numerical control developed in-house by FICEP: Pegaso. Pegaso guarantees better performance and a substantial reduction in cycle times. Pegaso is equipped with a powerful processor, expanded memory, up to 15 controlled axes and multiple communication protocols (Canbus, Profinet, Ethercat). It also comes with an innovative, easy-to-use Office technology central offline programming software
In the ever-evolving landscape of steel construction, FICEP’s integration of VALIANT and KATANA emerges as a beacon of innovation and efficiency. By marrying precision with automation, FICEP not only redefines the benchmarks of productivity and quality but also paves the way for a safer, more sustainable future in steel construction. As industries navigate the complexities of modern production, FICEP remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering solutions that propel progress and redefine possibilities in steel construction.
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