FICEP Shot Blasting Systems Integrated with CNC Drilling and Sawing Lines

Fully Automated Surface Preparation for Structural Steel Fabrication

FICEP shot blasting systems can be fully integrated with CNC drilling and sawing lines, creating a highly efficient automated production system for structural steel fabrication.

With more than 90 years of engineering and manufacturing experience, FICEP has become one of the world’s leading suppliers of automated systems for fabricating structural steel and plate.

To meet modern surface preparation and coating requirements, structural steel fabricators must now incorporate shot blasting as a standard process prior to painting or coating. FICEP has addressed this need through a partnership with Wheelabrator, a global leader in shot blasting technology.

Together, FICEP and Wheelabrator provide one of the most advanced and automated shot blasting and steel preparation systems available for structural steel fabrication.

Key Features

• Fully automated shot blasting system for structural steel sections and plate
• Designed to integrate with CNC beam drilling and sawing lines
• Continuous material flow using cross transfers and roller conveyors
• Consistent surface preparation before painting or coating
• Increased production efficiency and automation

Wheelabrator Shot Blasting Technology

Wheelabrator brings extensive experience in shot blasting systems used in demanding industries including:

• Automotive manufacturing
• Steel mills
• Shipbuilding
• Aerospace industries
• Structural steel fabrication

This collaboration ensures that FICEP systems deliver reliable and high-performance blasting solutions.

ETA Turbine Wheel Technology

FICEP shot blasting systems utilise Wheelabrator’s patented ETA turbine wheel technology, delivering:

• High blasting speed
• Reduced energy consumption
• Increased blasting efficiency
• Lower operating costs

Heavy-Duty Blast Chamber Construction

The blasting chamber is manufactured using high-strength manganese steel components, ensuring durability and long service life even in demanding industrial environments.

Fully Automated Fabrication Lines

Using cross transfers and conveyor systems, FICEP shot blasting machines can be integrated with:

• CNC beam drilling lines
• CNC beam drilling and sawing lines
• Structural steel processing systems

This allows steel fabricators to create a fully automated production line from raw material through machining and surface preparation.

Processing Capabilities

Processes include:

• Shot blasting

Section Types Processed

FICEP shot blasting systems can process a wide range of structural steel sections including:

• Beams
• Angles
• Flats
• Channels
• Square tubes
• Rectangular tubes
• Steel plates

Typical Applications

• Structural steel fabrication
• Bridge fabrication
• Infrastructure projects
• Heavy engineering workshops
• Steel service centres

Why Choose FICEP

FICEP machines are recognised worldwide for:

• Heavy-duty industrial construction
• Advanced 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 structural steel fabrication lines

Our team can help you select the most suitable FICEP automated fabrication solution for your production requirements.