FICEP Shot Blasting Systems for Structural Steel Sections and Plate

Automated Shot Blasting Solutions for Structural Steel Fabrication

FICEP shot blasting systems provide an advanced solution for preparing structural steel sections and plates prior to painting or coating. Designed for high-productivity fabrication environments, these systems deliver consistent surface preparation while integrating seamlessly into automated steel fabrication lines.

Manufactured through the collaboration between FICEP and Wheelabrator, these systems combine FICEP’s expertise in structural steel automation with Wheelabrator’s world-leading shot blasting technology.

The result is a highly reliable and efficient solution capable of meeting today’s demanding surface preparation and coating standards required by modern fabrication industries.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty shot blasting systems for structural steel and plate
• Designed for automated steel fabrication environments
• Consistent surface preparation before painting or coating
• High productivity blasting for large steel sections
• Integration with automated fabrication lines

Wheelabrator Shot Blasting Technology

FICEP shot blasting systems incorporate advanced Wheelabrator blasting technology, widely used across demanding industrial sectors including:

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

This collaboration delivers one of the most advanced blasting solutions available for structural steel processing.

ETA Turbine Wheel Technology

One of the key innovations in these systems is the Wheelabrator patented ETA turbine wheel.

Benefits include:

• Extremely high blasting efficiency
• Increased blasting speed
• Reduced energy consumption
• Lower operating costs

Heavy-Duty Blast Chamber Construction

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

Integration with Fabrication Lines

FICEP shot blasting systems can be fully integrated with automated structural steel fabrication lines.

Using cross transfers and roller conveyors, the blasting machines can be connected with:

• CNC beam drilling lines
• CNC beam drilling and sawing lines
• Automated fabrication systems

This integration allows steel fabricators to create fully automated production lines from raw material to finished components.

Processing Capabilities

Processes include:

• Shot blasting

Section Types Processed

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

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

Typical Applications

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

Why Choose FICEP

With more than 90 years of engineering experience, FICEP is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of automated systems for structural steel fabrication and plate processing.

FICEP equipment is recognised globally 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 shot blasting solution for your production requirements.