Angle and Flat Bar Processing Line

FMS Angle and Flat Bar Processing Line for Solar Structures

Designed for high-efficiency solar pile fabrication, the FMS Angle and Flat Bar Processing Line delivers automatic punching and shearing of W6 and W8 beam flanges. With CNC control, powerful tooling, and full profile automation, it’s the ideal solution for structural steel processing in solar applications.

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Description

The FMS Angle and Flat Bar Processing Line is a high-performance CNC solution for automated punching, shearing, drilling, and marking of angle and flat bar profiles used in solar tracker systems and structural applications. With rack-and-pinion precision feeding, powerful tooling, and zero-waste optimization, this line delivers consistent, high-throughput results across a range of materials and sizes.

Key Features:

Punching Unit

Up to three punches per leg for complex patterns
CNC-controlled positioning and backmarking
Quick-change punch and die system for reduced downtime
Supports Ø31 mm punching in material up to 15 mm thick

Shearing Unit

No-waste shear station with up to 560 tons of capacity
Quick-change blades and CNC-adjustable stroke
Optional integrated disc-sawing station for larger profiles

Drilling Unit

Dual 9 kW drilling heads, one per flange
Ø40 mm capacity with ISO 40 tool holders
5-position automatic tool changer with internal lubrication

Feeding & Handling

Rack-and-pinion infeed with rotary encoder for ±0.15 mm/m accuracy
Processing speeds up to 60 m/min
Automatic loading via chain conveyors
Motorized tilt-table outfeed for continuous production

Marking Unit

Hydraulic cassette or wheel marking for alphanumeric codes
Up to 20 characters per stroke, CNC-controlled positioning

Control & Software

Windows 10 PC with 15″ touchscreen interface
Integrated USB and RJ45 network connectivity
Lantek Flex3D Steelwork for simulation, collision detection, and material optimization

Available in multiple models ranging from compact units for profiles as small as 1.5″ x 1.5″ x 1/8″, to heavy-duty systems capable of processing angle up to 10″ x 10″ x 1″ and flat bar up to 12″ wide. Optional C-channel processing is available in select models.

This system is ideal for solar manufacturers and steel fabricators seeking maximum flexibility, zero scrap, and high-speed output in a single, modular line.