FICEP GEMINI CNC Plate Processing Machine – Plasma, Drilling, Milling & Marking System

High-Productivity CNC Plate Processing for Structural Steel Fabricators
The FICEP GEMINI is a highly versatile CNC plate processing system designed for steel fabricators and manufacturers requiring accurate and efficient processing of steel plates.
Manufactured by FICEP, one of the world’s leading suppliers of structural steel fabrication machinery, the GEMINI combines multiple fabrication operations into a single automated machine.
The system supports both light and heavy plate processing and can perform thermal cutting, marking, drilling, tapping, milling and bevelling operations while maintaining exceptional productivity and precision.
By combining multiple operations in one system, the GEMINI reduces floor space requirements, lowers capital investment and delivers extremely competitive part production costs.

Key Features
• Advanced CNC plate processing system
• Designed for both light and heavy plate fabrication
• Combines multiple machining and thermal cutting operations
• High productivity with excellent accuracy and repeatability
• Reduced material handling and factory floor space requirements

Hypertherm Plasma Cutting Technology
The GEMINI can be equipped with the latest Hypertherm high-definition plasma power sources, including:
• Hypertherm XPR300
• Hypertherm HPR400XD
The system can operate with one or two plasma torches, enabling both straight and bevel cutting for structural plate components.
Hypertherm True Hole Technology
The GEMINI includes Hypertherm True Hole technology, delivering improved hole quality and accuracy in plasma-cut holes.

High-Speed Drilling Unit
The GEMINI features a high-speed machining spindle capable of drilling holes from:
• 5 mm to 80 mm diameter
For larger holes, the machine can perform precision milling operations for diameters up to:
• 400 mm
This ensures exceptional hole accuracy, diameter precision and concentricity.

Automatic Tool Changer
The CNC-controlled automatic tool change system allows the machine to be equipped with a wide range of tools.
Available tool changer configurations include:
• 6-position tool changer
• 16-position tool changer
• 24-position tool changer
This flexibility allows the GEMINI to perform multiple operations without manual intervention.

Scribing and Marking
The integrated scribing unit can produce a wide range of markings including:
• Part identification numbers
• Layout lines
• Bending lines
• Centre locations for welding
Deep marking can also be performed so markings remain visible after painting or galvanising.

Advanced Milling Operations
Specialised software allows the GEMINI to perform advanced milling operations including:
• Straight slots
• Curved slots
• Countersinking
• “Y” groove cycles
• “J” groove cycles
These capabilities expand the machine’s versatility for complex fabrication work.

Cutting Bench and Fume Extraction
The cutting bench is constructed with a heavy-duty grid structure to ensure stable plate positioning during processing.
The system is designed to accommodate a fume extraction and filtration system that removes particulate matter generated during thermal cutting operations, helping maintain compliance with modern workplace health and safety standards.

Double Gantry System Option
Gemini systems can be installed in tandem with:
• Another FICEP GEMINI
• A FICEP KRONOS plate cutting system
This configuration increases productivity while optimising factory floor space and reducing production costs.

Robotic Part Unloading
For increased automation, the system can be integrated with an independent 4-axis robotic unloading system to automatically remove finished components from the cutting table.

Integrated Processing Capabilities
The GEMINI system can perform multiple fabrication operations including:
• Plasma cutting – straight and bevel cutting
• Oxy-fuel cutting
• Drilling
• Scribing
• Milling
• Countersinking
• Tapping

Material Type
• Steel plates

Why Choose FICEP
With more than 90 years of engineering experience, FICEP is globally recognised for producing advanced automation systems for structural steel and plate fabrication.
FICEP machines are known for:
• Heavy-duty industrial construction
• Advanced CNC automation technology
• High productivity
• Long-term reliability

Enquire Now
Contact A&S Machinery Sales Pty Ltd to discuss:
• Machine sizing and configuration options
• Pricing and availability
• Delivery throughout Australia and New Zealand
• Installation and commissioning
• Integration with existing fabrication equipment
Our team can help you select the most suitable FICEP plate processing solution for your production requirements.