Technology & Innovation
The Future of Steel Fabrication.
At Watkins Steel, our commitment lies in consistently enhancing our processing capabilities for onshore operations. We are dedicated to staying ahead in our industry through ongoing research and strategic investments. As leaders in the field, we take pride in embracing the latest technology and remaining at the forefront of advancements.
Our Experience with Robotics
We use the combination of the V630 Drilling Machine and VB1050 Band Saw to begin the process. The Voortman V630 Drilling Machine uses three independent drilling heads and automatic tool changing for four-side processing of steel. While the Voortman VB1050 Band Saw is specially designed to produce high quality cuts of structural steel at optimal cutting speeds.
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Benefits of Robotic Fabrication
The benefit of this technology is that model-based information from Tekla Structures 3D Software can be imported directly to the Voortman machines for processing and fabrication. This process ensures the consistent, reliable and accurate transfer of information between the shop drawing and fabrication process. In addition, the quality of structural steel is improved as rectification work is significantly reduced with the precision of automated robotics.
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Ready to take your steel fabrication to the next level?
Get in touch with us today to see how our robotic technology can benefit your steel fabrication needs.