Experience game-changing transformation in plate processing at Blechexpo 2023

Order management

Streamline and automate your order processing

"How can I automate and streamline my order processing?"

• SimTrans brings harmony by connecting your machines, ERP and SigmaNEST.
• A mutual data loop ensures synchronized, real-time information on orders, customers, delivery times, stocks, and more.
• Generate quotes quickly and precisely with the Quoting module.
• Calculate all costs, including non-nesting operations.
• Seamlessly turn quotes into active work orders with a simple mouse click.

Work preparation

Save time and material with optimal nesting

"What is the best way to prepare my jobs to save time and material?"

• Increase factory productivity with an easy automated, paperless work preparation process.
• Create the optimal nesting in SigmaNEST and automatically assign work orders to the best-suited machines.
• Create your own default settings and automatically use them for future job orders.
• Ensure predictable time calculations by using Voortman’s tested parameters.
• Reap the benefits of Voortman machine’s ability to make autonomous decisions through its built-in geometries,

Production planning

Keep your production on track

"How can I ensure smooth and problem-free production processes?"

• Easily balance machine workloads, reassign jobs and resolve issues with Load Manager.
• Easily allocate and reallocate programs to machines in seconds.
• Get paperless real-time updates to and from the shop floor for better visibility and control.
• Confidently fit all jobs within scheduled time with VACAM Scheduling Overview.

Production control

Prioritize machine jobs and report any deviations promptly

"How can I make sure to run the jobs as scheduled and report deviations promptly?"

• Access real-time and predictive machine data on a large 24” interactive Operator Dashboard.
• See when your operator needs to be at the machine.
• Easily sort parts by using Color Offload which simplifies part identification and sorting by assigning unique groups.
• Automatically return rejected part data to the order system for rescheduling.

Business analysis

Gain insights in utilization rate and periods of downtime

"What is the current utilization rate of my machines and what contributes to any downtime?"

• Get insights into your production output and productivity with EVI Software.
• Easily determine why there was any downtime.
• Increase uptime of your machines.

Voortman V310

• An all-in-one solution for beveling, drilling, milling, marking, thread-tapping and countersinking.
• A single machine that produces at the push of a button for higher productivity and flexibility.
• Reduces routing and intermediate stock for faster lead times.
• Can be paired with Voortman Pipe Cutting Unit to process plates and pipes on one station.

Voortman V303

• A cost-effective, compact plate processing machine for cutting and marking.
• Optimizes connection and interactivity between the machine and workshop.
• Capable of straight and bevel cutting both plasma and oxy-fuel.
• Can pair with Voortman Pipe Cutting Unit for bevel cutting pipes and processing plates on one station.

Voortman V325

• Heavy plate drilling, (bevel) cutting & milling (passthrough)
• Automatic part removal and deburring
• Drill large holes up to 70 mm
• Process thick plates up to 100 mm

Voortman V304

• Next level multi-torch plate processing.
• Capable of straight and bevel cutting both plasma and oxy-fuel.
• Advanced software features for increased interactivity.
• Can pair with Voortman Pipe Cutting Unit for bevel cutting pipes and processing plates on one station.

Voortman Pipe Cutting Unit

• Easy to integrate and compatible with a V303, V310 or V304 plate machine.
• Can be operated from familiar operator panel.
• Highest cut quality due to TrueVolt technology and predictive model on full cut.
• Small investment for less welding and grinding.

MWA | Smart Steel Solutions

MWA | Smart Steel Solutions, a Netherlands-based plate processor invested in a Voortman V304 plasma cutting system and a Voortman V310 cutting and drilling system to become a one-stop-shop for their customers. Formerly specializing in plasma and oxy-fuel cutting, they now offer additional processes like drilling, countersinking, thread tapping, counter boring, and laser cutting to be able to offer and produce a customer’s entire inquiry instead of only a part of it. Their new large double-gantry flatbed machine with a spacious, multi-section cutting bed facilitates simultaneous plate loading, unloading, and processing for continuous production.

Dyfed Steels Ltd.

Dyfed Steels Ltd., a UK steel processor, remains at the forefront of the industry by consistently investing in cutting-edge machinery to offer a comprehensive suite of processing services. To keep up with customers demanding more complete parts and projects and meet expectations, Dyfed invested in top-of-the-line technology: a Voortman V310 double-gantry plate processing system. With the V310, they have expanded their project capabilities, allowing them to take customer orders in their entirety. And the results speak for themselves. In a recent project for Tata Steel, involving over 100 plates with over 400 drilled and countersunk holes, Dyfed utilized the V310's advanced capabilities. The job was completed with flying colors, exceeding expectations and saving Tata approximately 250 hours of manual drilling. When it comes to steel processing, Dyfed Steels delivers results.

Karl Hartinger Kranbetrieb GmbH

Karl Hartinger Kranbetrieb GmbH, a German engineering company, recently told us its success story with the Voortman V310. By integrating this all-rounder plate processing machine into its production, the company has been able to significantly optimize its operations. Hartinger says, "We can optimize our manufacturing process by using the Voortman V310 to perform plasma cutting, oxy-fuel cutting, milling and drilling at one station, eliminating the need to process parts on two or three different machines," This has led to an increase in production capacity and accuracy, as well as a reduction in manual labor. The machine's automated processes have also enabled the company to provide its customers with high-quality products at an even more competitive price.