Project Story: CNC Angle Iron Punching for Elevator Components in Belarus
In the elevator manufacturing industry, production efficiency and consistency are becoming increasingly important. As market competition intensifies, manufacturers are under pressure to reduce labor costs while maintaining stable output and safety standards.
This project took place in Belarus, where an elevator component manufacturer was looking for a more efficient way to process angle iron parts used in elevator systems.
Project Background
The customer is engaged in the production of elevator structural components. Angle iron parts are widely used in elevator installations, serving as supporting and connecting elements throughout the system.
In daily production, long angle iron materials are processed through multiple steps, including marking, punching on both sides, and cutting into short sections. These processes were previously handled using traditional equipment and manual operations.
As order volumes increased, the existing production method began to expose several limitations.
The Production Challenge
The customer works with multiple specifications of angle iron, ranging from smaller sizes to larger heavy-duty models. Each specification requires precise hole positioning on both sides of the angle iron, as well as accurate cutting from standard-length materials into short sections.
The main challenges faced in production included:
Repeated manual positioning and measuring
Multiple machines required for punching and cutting
Difficulty maintaining consistency across different angle iron sizes
High labor involvement and safety risks during operation
With rising labor costs and increasing pressure from competitors, continuing with the same production method was no longer sustainable.
The Need for a More Integrated Solution
The customer began searching for a solution that could simplify the entire angle iron processing workflow.
During the project discussion, several key expectations were clearly identified:
Double-side punching completed within one processing cycle
Integrated cutting from long materials to finished sections
One solution capable of handling multiple angle iron sizes
CNC-controlled operation to separate operators from direct processing
Rather than purchasing multiple standalone machines, the customer aimed to centralize these operations into a single, more automated system.
Our Proposed Configuration
After evaluating the customer’s product drawings and production requirements, we proposed a CNC angle iron punching and cutting solution designed specifically for elevator component manufacturing.
The concept of the solution focused on integration and flexibility rather than individual machine performance. Punching and cutting functions are combined into one CNC-controlled process, reducing material handling and operator involvement.
The machine configuration allows long angle iron materials to be processed from feeding through punching and cutting in a continuous workflow, improving production rhythm and operational safety.
Universal Tooling Strategy
One of the key aspects of this project was the need to process multiple angle iron sizes on the same machine.
To address this, a universal tooling structure was designed to cover a wide range of specifications commonly used in elevator components. The tooling supports:
Double-side punching with different hole patterns
Integrated cutting within the same setup
Compatibility with multiple angle iron dimensions
Tooling is manufactured based on technical drawings or samples, ensuring alignment with actual production requirements.
This approach minimizes the need for frequent equipment changes and supports flexible production scheduling.
CNC-Controlled Processing Workflow
Once the solution was finalized, the processing flow was simplified into a CNC-controlled sequence:
Angle iron feeding and positioning
Automatic double-side punching according to preset programs
Cutting long materials into specified lengths
Operators mainly focus on supervision and material handling, rather than direct punching or cutting operations. This separation between operator and machine improves safety and reduces labor intensity.
Application in Elevator Manufacturing
The processed angle iron parts are used as structural components in elevator systems. After punching and cutting, the parts proceed to downstream processes such as welding and assembly.
By standardizing the punching and cutting process, the solution supports consistent output quality, which is essential for elevator component manufacturing.
Project Overview
This CNC angle iron punching and cutting project illustrates how a tailored machine configuration can help elevator component manufacturers streamline production.
By integrating multiple processes into one automated solution, the project addresses efficiency, flexibility, and safety—key considerations for manufacturers operating in highly competitive markets.
