BEAMTEQ B-520

The BEAMTEQ B-520 is a precision 5-axis sawing machine purpose-built for the automated processing of engineered timber components, specifically double joists, TJI joists, I-joists, and beam stacks. It addresses the production bottleneck in timber frame and engineered lumber fabrication by eliminating manual repositioning and multiple tool changeovers, delivering consistent angle cuts and notches in a single setup.

The machine's core technical advantage lies in its 5-axis sawing unit with continuous 0-360° rotation capability, enabling simultaneous angular and linear cutting operations without workpiece repositioning. This kinematic flexibility is managed through the powerTouch control system with wupWorks 4 software, which automates cutting sequence optimization and tool path generation for complex notch geometries common in joist and beam applications. The compact installation footprint is engineered for workshop space constraints without sacrificing processing capacity for standard timber construction profiles.

Integrated automation features—including automatic offcut separation, component stacking, and material feeding—reduce operator intervention and cycle time, making the B-520 suitable for medium to industrial production environments processing 50-500+ components per shift. The machine is particularly suited to fabricators working with standardized or semi-custom joist assemblies where production volume justifies equipment investment but flexibility is required for design variations.

Within the engineered timber processing segment, the B-520 occupies the mid-range of capability—more sophisticated than basic horizontal bandsaws for single cuts, but more accessible than fully robotic timber handling systems. Its combination of 5-axis precision with compact footprint makes it competitive for job shops and regional fabricators requiring both accuracy and throughput without major facility renovation.