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The Ocean GLADIATOR Structural Steel Beam Laser is a fully integrated structural steel processing solution designed to cut, drill, cope, and mark — all in one ultra-compact system. Built specifically for fabricators who demand speed, precision, and maximum material yield, the GLADIATOR delivers unmatched performance in less than half the footprint and at less than half the cost of traditional drill-saw and coping lines.

Powered by Penta Laser technology and engineered for modern steel fabrication shops, the GLADIATOR redefines beam processing efficiency.

  • Designed specifically for structural steel beams, columns, channels, and angles.
  • Unique cantilever gantry travels on precision rails, dramatically reducing machine footprint.
  • Rugged welded frame construction.
  • Fully enclosed cutting area.
  • Adjustable toothed plate worktable system.
  • Complies with CE safety standards.
  • Available in three machine lengths: 40ft – 50 ft – 60ft.
  • Equipped with Penta Laser’s world-class 3D five-axis cutting system.
  • Bevel cutting capability.
  • Automatic cut tracking across varying profile surfaces.
  • High-performance Z-axis float function.
  • Anti-collision protection.
  • Simple, intuitive operator interface.
  • Bulk import of Tekla NC1 files.
  • Comprehensive profile-cutting macro library.

Ocean Gladiator 4020 | 5020 | 6020

EFFECTIVE ZONE 40 ft 50 ft 60 ft
Footprint – Long & Narrow 81′ x 16′ 91′ x 16′ 101′ x 16′
Footprint – Short & Wide 72′ x 22′ 82′ x 22′ 92′ x 22′
Power 20 kW
X Travel (Max. stock length to process) 40 ft. / 50 ft. / 60 ft.
Y Travel (Max. beam web size) 47.2″
Z Travel (total) 3.2 ft.
Z Travel (Max. beam flange height) 19.6″
Max. Speed of X and Y axis 164 ft/min
A axis and C axis Rotation Angle A: ±90° C: ±90°
Positioning Precision of X and Y axis ±0.0018 in/ft (0.15mm/m)
Repetitive Positioning Precision of X and Y axis ±0.0012 in/ft (0.1mm/m)
Max. Cutting Range web 47″ x flange 19.7″
Max. Cutting Thickness (20kW) 90° straight cutting ≤ 1.5″ 45° bevel cutting ≤ 1.2″

The Ocean GLADIATOR Structural Steel Beam Laser is designed specifically for fabricators that need to do more than put holes in steel profiles of all types. Consider the following questions and determine if this machine fits your needs:

  • Do you need to cut, drill and cope, bevel and part mark in a variety of steel profiles including beams, channel, angle, plate, square profiles, etc?
  • Do you regularly use a tape measure, framing square, chalk and a center punch to layout positions and then either drill the steel with a mag drill or use a punch to produce the holes, make cuts with a torch and grinder, etc.?
  • Are you looking for a faster, cheaper way to do it?
  • Are you limited by the amount of space you can dedicate to beam fabrication?
  • Are you limited by the amount of capital that you can invest in a beam line or beam fabricating machinery?
  • Is your current method of beam drilling and beam fabricating too costly to compete with the bigger fabricating shops and do you lose out on those profitable big jobs?
  • Do you have to turn away big jobs because you cannot physically process the larger and heavier profiles?
  • Do the larger General Contractors skip your company when sending out the bids because you cannot process a large structural job or beam job fast enough?
  • Do you struggle to find good quality fabricating labor when you land a large job, and do you have use valuable skilled labor to train your new recruits?
  • If your layout man skips work for a day or two, does that affect your ability to process and fabricate beams?
  • Are you struggling to land steel fabricating jobs in your market?
  • Do you feel your competitors are throwing out insanely low numbers to land the work?
  • Are you finding that you are struggling to make any money on the jobs you land – those jobs that you bid low enough to get, leave no you profit at all?
  • Do you want to make more PROFIT?

If you answered YES to any of the questions above you are a prime candidate for the outstanding Ocean Gladiator Beam Laser.

Here are some of the more commonly asked questions

What is the target market for this machine?

The Ocean GLADIATOR Structural Steel Beam Laser is designed for customers who require more sophisticated processes than just standard hole drilling (for which the Avenger Forty CNC Beam Drill Line is perfect). If you need to cut, drill, cope, bevel, part mark, etc, then the Ocean Gladiator is the perfect machine for you.

 

Is the Gladiator a replacement for the Avenger PLUS?

NO, while both machines may share several functions, overall they possess two totally different sets of capabilities. The Gladiator can cut, cope, mark, and bevel in addition to “drilling” holes – while the Avenger PLUS can thread, countersink, counterbore, scribe and mill in addition to drilling holes.

 

Does the laser cutting head make contact with the profile?

No, the precision fiber laser cutting head is fitted with a non-contact capacitance sensor that automatically sets the laser height and automatically tracks the cut. The cutting head floats over the surface to be cut, adjusting to the variance in profile conditions, greatly improving the cutting process.

 

Is the programming of the Gladiator complicated?

No, the Ocean GLADIATOR utilizes Penta Laser’s custom software that offers a comprehensive profile-cutting library with macros designed to maximize cutting efficiency and cut quality. The software also features bulk import of Tekla NC1 & 3D CAD STEP files (Solid Works, Inventor, etc.) The laser, as well as the software, are both simple and easy to use, making the overall operator experience intuitive to perform.

 

What skills does my operator need to run the Gladiator?

We always recommend that your Ocean GLADIATOR operator is someone who really knows how to cut with gases. We can train almost any operator very quickly on the software side of the machine, but the skill and experience of cutting with gas is something that is built up over years of cutting by hand.

The Ocean GLADIATOR Structural Steel Beam Laser utilizes Penta Laser’s custom software and CNC machine operation system to cut, drill and cope a diverse range of structural steel profiles using a high-power focused laser source. The laser, as well as the software, are both simple and easy to use, making the overall operator experience intuitive to perform.

  • The GLADIATOR uses asymmetric acceleration/deceleration to ramp up and slow down smoothly, delivering fast, smooth cutting and significantly extending equipment life.
  • Features high-speed, high-precision automatic edge-finding that compensates for mill tolerances and detects edges on special shapes.
  • Processes the majority of common hot-rolled steel sections, including wide-flange beams, channels, angles, and other profiles.
  • Includes special macros for R-angle grooves, wing plates, flange thinning, web beveling, and additional cutting technologies.
  • Offers a comprehensive profile-cutting library with macros designed to maximize cutting efficiency and cut quality.
  • Bulk import of Tekla NC1 & 3D CAD STEP files (Solid Works, Inventor, etc.)

 

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cnc drill line for structural steel fabrication The Ocean GLADIATOR Structural Steel Beam Laser is built exclusively for Ocean Machinery by Penta Laser. Peddinghaus handles the installation, warranty and service work on the Ocean Gladiator. And while Peddinghaus is the service provider, Ocean Machinery is always there to get involved should the need arise.

Peddinghaus’s commitment to service and support is legendary and is the gold standard in the industry. Peddinghaus offers a global team of customer support representatives that are always available at the Peddinghaus 24 hour customer support center. Through state-of-the-art remote diagnostic software, readily available local field support, and the industry leading warranty, support from Peddinghaus is only a call or a click away.

24 Hour Support

To service our global clientele, Peddinghaus proudly provides our partners with 24 hour technical support. Peddinghaus’ inside service staff have years of experience in the field, assembly, or factory checkout which provides them with hands-on experience with most machines. At Peddinghaus their service staff is not only available when you need them, but they maintain superior knowledge to solve questions as they arise.

Powerful Field Service Staff

Although 90% of support issues can be resolved by Peddinghaus’ 24 Hour Tech Support center, an expansive network of 50+ Peddinghaus field service personnel are stationed throughout North and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Australia/New Zealand.

Remote Diagnostics

Peddinghaus inside service technicians often don’t need to be at your machine to solve a problem you may have. A common internet connection is all that is needed for the Peddinghaus technician to operate your control as if he was standing with you at the machine.

Web Camera Troubleshooting

Not every problem can be diagnosed with remote assistance. Mechanical issues or questions that require the human eye are still common. Peddinghaus machines are shipped with high definition web cameras and software; allowing Peddinghaus employees to directly experience the activity at the installation without the need to leave the office. The webcam has significant value in foreign countries or in situations where language might be a barrier to effectively communicate the issue.

The Peddinghaus Technical Support Office is open from 7am to 7pm Central Time, and is always ready to answer your questions, no matter how simple or complicated.

Call Peddinghaus Technical Service at (815) 937-3800

Toll Free (800) 786-2448

The office hours for Ocean Machinery are 8am to 5pm Eastern Time, and we are intimately familiar with all aspects of the machine and we welcome your technical support calls

Call Ocean Machinery Technical Service at (800) 286-3624

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  • “After two years of using the Gladiator for structural steel processing, we are still very impressed with its performance. The processing accuracy remains as precise as when the machine was first installed, and the system continues to run smoothly and reliably. The cutting quality is excellent, making it a dependable solution for our production.”

    - J.B.

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