8-Axis All-in-One Pipe and Beam Plasma Cutting Machine
One machine for round pipe, square tube and structural sections. A high-freedom plasma gantry with a precision rotary axis cuts bolt holes, copes, slots and weld bevels on H-beam, I-beam, channel, angle and Ø100–600 mm pipe in a single setup. Programs come straight from Tekla DSTV or AutoCAD DXF files.
- Ø100–600 mmround and square pipe
- H, I, U, Lbeam profiles
- 4 processesholes, copes, slots, bevels
- DSTV / DXFprogram input
Specifications
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| Parameter | 8-axis all-in-one machine |
|---|---|
| Beam profiles | H-beam, I-beam, channel, angle steel |
| Pipe range | Ø100–600 mm round and square tube |
| Cutting head | High-freedom plasma gantry plus precision rotary axis |
| Processes | Bolt-hole cutting, coping, slotting, beveling |
| Materials | Carbon steel, stainless steel |
| Program input | Tekla DSTV, AutoCAD DXF |
Beam size limits, pipe length and the plasma source are set to your sections and confirmed on your quotation.
What it replaces
Without this machine, a structural shop typically drills holes on one machine, copes beam ends on another and bevels pipe by hand. Each move between stations means another crane lift, another setup and another chance of a measuring error. The all-in-one machine does all four processes along one spatial cutting path, so the section goes from the rack to the welder in one pass.
Processes
Bolt holes
Holes and slotted holes in flanges and webs, placed from the DSTV file so bolt patterns line up on site.
Coping
Beam-end copes for beam-to-column and beam-to-beam joints, cut automatically instead of by hand torch.
Slotting
Slots and cut-outs for gusset plates, cleats and service openings.
Weld bevels
Bevels on beam flanges and pipe ends for structural weld preparation, consistent with common AWS/API bevel profiles.
From Tekla model to cut part
- ExportThe detailer exports DSTV NC files from Tekla Structures, or DXF from AutoCAD.
- ImportThe machine software reads holes, copes and bevels for each piece.
- LoadThe operator loads the section and fixes it; switching between beam and pipe needs a new program and a fixture change, not a new machine.
- CutThe gantry and rotary axis follow the 3D path across flanges and web.
- WeldParts go to fit-up and welding without extra grinding or marking.
Who uses it
Pre-engineered building (PEB) suppliers
High volumes of beams with repeating bolt patterns.
Offshore and marine structures
Pipe braces and tubular joints that need bevels.
Steel structure fabricators
Mixed jobs where beams and pipes come through the same shop.
Shops with many part types
Where re-fixturing between machines wastes the most time.
Building a complete H-beam production line with drilling, sawing and welding? See the structural steel lines on the PCL Group main website.
Shipping, installation and support
Free production layout
Send your parts list or shop drawing and our engineers suggest the machine size, plasma source and table layout before you order.
Packed for sea freight
Machines are packed for container shipping. We quote to your nearest port in South America, Africa or elsewhere and prepare the export documents.
Installation and training
Remote installation guidance and operator training are included. On-site commissioning can be arranged.
Remote diagnostics
Our team supports the control, the plasma source and the nesting software remotely, so most problems are solved without waiting for a visit.
Get a configuration and price
Send the material, the thickest plate or largest pipe you cut, your sheet or pipe size and how many hours a day the machine will run. An engineer replies with the right profile range and plasma source, the options and a price delivered to your port.
Frequently asked questions
Can one machine really cut both beams and pipes?
Yes. The gantry and rotary axis are shared. Switching from beam to pipe needs a new cutting program and a fixture adjustment, not a different machine.
Which profiles are supported?
H-beam, I-beam, channel and angle steel, plus round and square tube from Ø100 to Ø600 mm.
Does it read Tekla files?
Yes. It takes DSTV NC files exported from Tekla Structures and DXF files from AutoCAD.
Do operators need separate training for beams and pipes?
No. Both use the same control interface and programming workflow.
Are the bevels ready for welding?
The bevels are cut for standard structural weld preparation, consistent with common AWS/API bevel profiles. Your welding procedure sets the final angle and root face.
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Last updated 15 October 2026. Specifications are for standard configurations and can change with options; confirm on your quotation.