- Powerful 7,500 Watt electric motor for continuous operation
- Variable auto-feed to bevel both ferrous and non-ferrous materials
- Continuously adjustable bevel angle from 15 to 60 degrees
- Simple depth of cut adjustment
- High-speed rotary milling head with 10 replaceable carbide inserts produces a clean, milled surface free of thermal distortion with no heat affected zone
- Multiple cutting insert designs for optimal performance on different materials
- Versatile table top operation permits hand feeding of small plates, square/rectangular tubing, pipe, angle iron and round stock
- Optional table extensions accommodate longer material
- Produces bevel widths up to 1-3/16” (30 mm)
- Plate thickness up to 4” (100 mm)
Steelmax provides an extensive range of Plate Beveling Solutions to the steel fabrication industry.
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The Steelmax SBM500 is a robust and efficient solution for beveling and deburring steel plate, angle, square/rectangular tubing and pipe. The SBM500 features a high-speed rotary milling head with carbide inserts that produces a clean, milled surface without thermal distortion or a heat affected zone. Variable feed rates and precise milling head speed control produce repeatable and accurately milled weld preparations in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials; improving part fit-up resulting in better welds. Accurate weld preparation reduces over welding, defect repair and production time, significantly lowering production costs. With the capacity to produce bevels up to 1-3/16” wide on plate up to 4” thick, the SBM500 is a unique solution for fabricators that need a high throughput beveling solution. FEATURES -
Reduce your costs and lay the foundation for high-quality welds with the Steelmax BM21 (and the BM21 SS specifically for use on stainless steel). Inaccurate bevels and poor weld preparation are often the root cause of weld defects and excessive welding costs. Both machines utilize a high speed rotary milling head with ten carbide inserts to produce precise bevel angles from 0 to 60 degrees that dramatically improve fit up and all subsequent welding operations. Unlike flame or plasma cut weld preparation, the BM21 (and BM21 SS) produce no heat affected zone or distortion of the work piece. These portable tools can be carried anywhere and eliminate time consuming and costly material handling associated with moving plates around the shop to stationary burning and milling machines. The BM21 features an ergonomic design that includes vibration dampening technology to protect the operator and the machine during heavy continuous operation. Automatic thermal overload protection circuitry protects the motor from premature failure, providing a reliable tool that can withstand the toughest jobs. The BM21 can be used on plate and pipe without any additional accessories. FEATURES- Single milling head using 10 indexable carbide inserts produces weld-ready bevels quickly and efficiently with low operator effort
- Fast and easy exchange of inserts with no need for special adjustment
- Working range from 0 to 60 degrees with continuous angle adjustment
- Simple bevel angle and bevel width setup
- Advanced vibration isolation protects both the operator and the machine
- Universal guide plate requires no additional accessories for beveling both plate and pipe
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The BM21 SS beveling machine is a customized version of our industry-leading BM21 beveling machine specifically designed for use on stainless steel plate and pipe. Inaccurate bevels and poor weld preparation often lead to weld defects and excessive welding costs. With expensive stainless steels, accurate weld preparation is even more important. The BM21 SS utilizes a rotary milling head with ten carbide inserts to produce precise bevel angles from 0 to 60 degrees that dramatically improve fit up and all subsequent welding operations. Designed specifically for stainless steel applications, The BM21 SS utilizes a lower speed motor to improve machining and all contact surfaces are made of stainless steel to eliminate carbon contamination of the stainless steel work piece. Unlike flame or plasma cut weld preparation, the BM21 SS produces no heat affected zone or distortion of the work piece. This portable tool can be carried anywhere and eliminates time consuming and costly material handling associated with moving plates around the shop to stationary burning and milling machines. The BM21 SS features an ergonomic design that includes vibration dampening technology to protect the operator and the machine during heavy continuous operation. Automatic thermal overload protection circuitry protects the motor from premature failure, providing a reliable tool that can withstand the toughest jobs. The BM21 SS can be used on plate and pipe without any additional accessories. FEATURES- All stainless steel contact surfaces to eliminate carbon contamination
- Single milling head using 10 indexable carbide inserts produces weld-ready bevels quickly and efficiently with low operator effort
- Fast and easy exchange of inserts with no need for special adjustment
- Working range from 0 to 60 degrees with continuous angle adjustment
- Simple bevel angle and bevel width setup
- Advanced vibration isolation protects both the operator and the machine
- Universal guide plate requires no additional accessories for beveling both plate and pipe
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The BM20 Plus is a low-cost, heavy duty, portable hand operated beveling machine designed to mill accurate high quality bevels for weld preparation on plate and pipe. Utilizing a rotary milling head with ten indexable carbide inserts, the BM20 Plus will create precise bevel angles that improve fit-up time, eliminate weld defects and reduce welding consumable use. Unlike thermal cutting for weld preparation, the BM20 Plus produces no heat affected zone or distortion of the work piece. This simple to operate machine can be carried anywhere and eliminates costly material handling associated with moving plates around the shop to stationary burning and milling machines. Automatic thermal overload protection circuitry protects the motor from premature failure, providing a reliable tool that can withstand the toughest jobs. FEATURES- Portable, heavy-duty machine
- Equipped with guide rolls for easy operation
- Automatic motor overload protection
- Fitted with two milling heads for smooth and efficient operation
- Continuous bevel angle adjustment between 15°- 60°
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The Steelmax BM18 is a light weight portable beveling machine for use on flat, curved or rolled plate. It can also perform OD and ID bevels on pipe, including deburring, and can chamfer and countersink holes with a minimum diameter of 1-9/16" (40 mm). Interchangeable bevel milling heads, utilizing indexable carbide inserts, are available for bevel angles of 22.5°, 30°, 37.5°, 45° and 60°. A radius milling head is also available with indexable carbide inserts to radius plate edges with a perfect 2, 3, 4 and 5 mm radius. The BM18 is equipped with a simple bevel depth adjustment, overload protection and electronic speed control for use on a variety of materials, including steel and aluminum. The BM18 beveler is highly efficient for edge weld preparation and for producing radiused plate edges for optimal paint and coating adhesion. The compact design makes the BM18 an excellent tool for many fabrication applications FEATURES- Highly-efficient beveling machine - up to 10 times faster than grinding
- Produces no hazardous dust, greatly improving working environment
- Guide plate and roller guides insure consistent, highly accurate bevel angles
- Lightweight ergonomic design reduces worker fatigue
- Variable speed control permits adjustment of milling head for use on various grades of steel and aluminum
- Versatile tool which can be used to bevel or radius mill straight edges, contours and holes
- Ideal solution for radius milling for paint and coating preparation
- Optional anti-abrasion plate and special inserts available for aluminum milling
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The BM30-WBS is an easy-to-use, portable, heavy-duty machine specifically designed for the removal of excess weld seams up to 1/2"(11 mm) high and 1-3/16" (30 mm) wide. It efficiently mills a weld seam down to a level and continuous surface with the parent metal, preparing it for painting, coating, or further processing. Equipped with a powerful motor and electronic speed control ranging from 1800 to 5850 rpm, the BM30-WBS optimizes cutting conditions for superior performance. The rotary face milling head ensures smooth operation and exceptional efficiency without creating heat-affected zones or workpiece distortion. For precision, the BM30-WBS features a guide rail with a magnetic clamping system to maintain a consistent position against the workpiece.Features and Benefits:
- Comfort and Ergonomics: Designed for ease of use and operator comfort.
- Powerful Electric Motor: Delivers robust performance.
- Excess Weld Removal: Capable of removing welds up to 1/2" (11 mm) high and 1-3/16" (30 mm) wide.
- Undercutting Capability: Undercuts to a depth of up to 1.5 mm.
- Continuous Milling Height Adjustment: Allows precise control of milling height.
- Efficient Milling Head: Equipped with 5 two-sided indexable cutting inserts.
- Electronic Speed Control: Adjustable between 1800–5850 rpm.
- Overload Protection: Ensures durability and safety.
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BEVEL, DEBURR, CHAMFER AND RADIUS EDGES WITH A SINGLE MULTI-PURPOSE BEVELING TOOL The Steelmax BM7 is a compact, multi-purpose milling tool that can bevel, deburr, chamfer and radius mill edges of plate, pipe, tubes, and holes. The machine can be used on flat, curved and radius cut edges and can countersink holes as small as 1-3/8” (35mm) diameter. The beveler is quick and simple to use it creates a perfect radius (R2, R3, R4 or R5) in just one pass, saving time and money over conventional grinding methods. The BM7 is an efficient solution for quick and consistent beveled edges for weld preparation, rounding off edges for paint and coating preparation, removing burrs and removing sharp edges on workpieces. It is ideal for cleaning out holes and cut outs. Benefits • Increased production - as much as 3 times faster than grinding • Consistent high-quality finish produced by rotary milling process • Improved safety compared to abrasive grinding wheels which can shatter • Produces no hazardous dust • No distortion or heat input to the part • Requires no secondary grinding process to remove heat affected zones Features • Rotary milling head using 4 indexable TiN coated carbide inserts • 45-degree bevel with variable bevel width up to ¼” (7mm) • Radius milling inserts available for 2, 3, 4 and 5mm radius • Compact, ergonomic design with cushioned handle • Special anti-loading inserts available for beveling aluminum and other soft materials • Optional Anti-Abrasion Guide Plate reduces friction for smoother operation -
PORTABLE HEAVY DUTY BEVELING MACHINE FOR STAINLESS STEELThe Steelmax BM-25S is a reliable, heavy-duty portable beveling machine designed specifically for stainless steel applications. Built for performance and precision, it features a powerful motor and a face milling beveling head that ensures smooth operation and exceptional results—job after job.
With the ability to bevel straight edges up to 1 inch wide (25 mm), the BM-25S is ideal for prepping material for welding or finishing. The variable spindle speed allows operators to fine-tune cutting conditions based on the material and application, increasing both efficiency and tool life.
The continuously adjustable bevel angle, variable from 0° to 90°, gives full control over the cutting geometry, while the depth of cut can be precisely set to match your needs. Whether you're doing light edge prep or more aggressive material removal, the BM-25S delivers clean, accurate bevels every time.
Designed with operator ease in mind, the unit includes a roller guide system that makes it smooth and easy to maneuver. All guide components are made of stainless steel, helping to prevent contamination and ensuring long-term durability.
To protect your investment and keep operations safe, the BM-25S is equipped with a modern electronic motor overload module that safeguards the operator, the machine, and tooling.
When stainless steel is used, the BM-25S offers the right blend of strength, control, and reliability.
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PORTABLE HEAVY DUTY BEVELING MACHINEThe Steelmax BM 25 produces accurate, high quality, machined bevels from 0 to 90 degrees with a maximum bevel width up to 1” (25mm) using a high-speed rotary milling head with 5 replaceable carbide cutting inserts. The newly designed unit produces consistent and repeatable bevel geometry that promotes better fit-up and high-quality welding results which reduce costs and rework. The milled finish requires no additional grinding or secondary work, and plates are weld ready. In addition to producing high quality bevels, this versatile machine can be used for 90-degree plate facing for square groove butt welds.
The BM 25 from Steelmax is equipped with a powerful variable speed 2200-watt motor to assure efficiency in weld prep of steel plates, and it features an ergonomic design that allows each user to adjust grip and handle position to create maximum comfort during operation.
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The Steelmax ABM1218 is a portable beveling machine capable of producing weld-ready bevels on flat plates of any shearable material up to 100,000 psi tensile strength. The ABM1218 FR uses a shearing process that is silent and fast. A powerful 3 horsepower electric motor drives the machine at speeds up to 8.5 feet per minute, making it the most powerful machine in its class. The machine can produce a 1/2” (12 mm) wide bevel in a single pass and can produce a maximum 3/4” (18 mm) wide bevel on plates or round tubes from 1/4” (6 mm) to 1-9/16” (40 mm) thick in multiple passes. A 30° bevel angle attachment is included and interchangeable bevel angle attachments are available for 22.5°, 25°, 30°, 35°, 37.5° and 45° bevels. The machine is easily inverted to bevel the underside of the plate – eliminating the need to flip the material – improving operational safety and increasing productivity. The ABM1218 FR produces no smoke or dust and almost no noise. Bevels are produced without thermal distortion and the material is weld-ready without additional grinding to remove dross, slag or heat affected zone (HAZ). FEATURES- 3 horsepower motor
- Self-feeding for consistent bevel geometry from end-to-end
- 180° inversion allows for quick and easy creation of double-sided bevels – dramatically reducing material handling costs and improving safety.
- Shearing cutting wheels are long lasting, quiet and fast – beveling up to 8.5 ft/min
- Bevel pipe and round tubes 4” in diameter and larger
- Functions as a traveling machine with the trolley, or as a stationary machine
- Portable machine that can easily be moved throughout the shop
- Great machine for creating weld coupons
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The ABM30 beveling machine by Steelmax produces accurate high-quality machined bevels on plate thickness from 5/16” to 2-3/8” (8- 60mm) using a rotary milling head with replaceable carbide inserts. The ABM 30 features an adjustable bevel angle from 0 to 70 degrees for both topside and bottom side beveling and can produce a maximum bevel width in multiple passes up to 1-3/16” (30mm). Root face dimensions remain accurate and repeatable from plate to plate, promoting better fit-up and consistent weld geometry. The milled finish is produced without thermal distortion and is ready to weld without additional grinding to remove, slag or heat affected zone (HAZ). FEATURES • Auto-feeding for consistent bevel geometry from end-to-end • Real-time on-screen display of motor load • Variable travel speed • 180° inversion allows for quick and easy creation of double-sided bevels eliminating the need to flip the material – improving operational safety and increasing productivity • Rotary milling head with carbide inserts produces an accurate, high-quality finish without thermal distortion that is weld ready • Built-in overload protection BENEFITS- Portable machine that can easily be moved throughout the shop
- Great beveling machine for creating weld coupons
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Heavy Duty (Auto Feeding), Inverting Plate Beveling Machine Improves Safety & Reduces Material Handling
The Steelmax ABM 50 auto feeding plate beveling machine produces accurate, high-quality, machined single and double-sided bevels on plates from 5/16” to 3-1/8” (8-80 mm) thick using a high-speed rotary milling head with replaceable carbide inserts. The machine features an infinitely adjustable bevel angle between 15 and 60 degrees and is capable of producing bevels up to 2” (50 mm) wide. The ABM 50 quickly inverts to produce double-side bevels without having to flip the plate - enhancing safety and reducing material handling time and expense. The ABM 50 incorporates onboard spindle speed adjustment to optimally bevel ferrous and non-ferrous materials and excels in beveling high tensile strength materials up to 450,000 PSI. FEATURES- Self-feeding for consistent bevel geometry from end-to-end
- Real-time measurement and on-screen display of exact bevel geometry and milling parameters
- Variable spindle speed for milling ferrous and non-ferrous materials including high tensile strength materials
- 180° inversion allows for quick and easy creation of double-sided bevels
- Rotary milling head with carbide inserts produces an accurate, high-quality finish without thermal distortion that is weld ready
- Built-in overload protection
- Floating trolley compensates for uneven floors
- Heavy Duty Portable Machine that can easily be moved throughout the shop