ESAB Cutting Systems is launching the new Combirex plasma and oxy-fuel profile cutting machine that features a high-performance drive system and a precision, heavy-duty gantry. This provides a solid foundation for accurate cutting over working widths of up to 3500mm. Combined with an ESAB Vision 51 control system and Columbus programming software, the Combirex can be used as the centrepiece of an automated production system.
The Combirex is a gantry cutting machine that meets the needs of job shops and manufacturers of all sizes for maintenance work or parts production in both plasma and oxy-fuel cutting modes. Its compact design saves valuable floor space, and its mid-rail design accommodates easy and efficient loading and unloading. The working length can easily be extended at a later date as required, and other upgrades are easily achieved due to the modular design.
To handle a wide variety of cutting applications, the Combirex cutting machine can be equipped with plasma, up to four oxy-fuel torches, or a combination of one plasma and up to three oxy-fuel torches. The ability to carry up to four torch carriages offers great versatility. In conjunction with ESAB's m3 plasma system, it can produce precision plasma cuts on plate up to 60mm thick. With oxy-fuel torches, it can cut mild steel plate up to 200mm thick.
The gantry is available in sizes to cover plate widths of up to 3500mm. The dual-side drive gantry features precision rack-and-pinion units and heavy-duty gearboxes to allow high positioning speeds of up to 20m/min. With a linear guiding system and powerful digital AC drives, the machine achieves high dynamic accuracy over the entire cutting area.
ESAB Cutting Systems says the design and construction of the Combirex plasma and oxy-fuel profile cutting machine meets the company's renowned high quality standards, and its construction minimises maintenance and ensures a long service life. For further information, contact ESAB Cutting Systems by calling +44 (0)1264 332233 or email [email protected].
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