When should you use a coping tool
Voortman CNC Beam Coping Machine uses Oxy-fuel. Therefore, the thickness of materials is not important. Material up to 6" can be handled.
The CNC Beam Coping Machine programming is simple, even when done manually. Programming of the CNC Beam Coping Machine is simple with Peddimat. Most operators are able to program most parts in less that an hour. Of course practice makes perfect. The best way is to program your machine from a CAD file. It's recommended that you use a 3-D modeling program such as ProSteel 3D, StruMis, Tekla Structures or SDS/2. These files can be directly imported into your machine. In certain cases, an operator might have to edit the program to ensure smooth cut. Once the lead has been created, the operator selects the part to be used and clicks on the Cycle Start button.