SHAPE Maxi-PRO CNC Plasma Cutting System
Key Specifications
Cutting Width
Cutting Length
Maximum Plasma Current
Maximum Oxy-Fuel Thickness
Drive System
Rapid Traverse
Overview
The SHAPE Maxi-PRO is an industrial gantry plasma cutting system from SHAPE Cutting Systems, a Canadian manufacturer of CNC plasma, oxy-fuel, and combination cutting machines for heavy fabrication and structural steel environments. The Maxi-PRO is engineered for 24/7 production environments in shipyards, rail car manufacturers, pressure vessel fabricators, and structural steel service centers. The machine accommodates cutting widths from 1500 mm to 6000 mm and unlimited lengths with the table extension system, accepting both Hypertherm and Lincoln Electric plasma systems up to 800A for thick plate cutting. The dual gantry option allows simultaneous plasma and oxy-fuel cutting on the same plate, maximizing throughput on shipbuilding and pressure vessel weld joint preparation. SHAPE's proprietary CNC controller supports ESSI, DXDI, and DXF file formats, with a nesting module built into the control for on-machine programming without a separate workstation. Heavy-duty steel beam construction and sealed linear rail bearings extend machine life in harsh cutting shop environments.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cutting Width | 1500 – 6000 mm (custom widths available) |
| Cutting Length | Unlimited with table extensions |
| Maximum Plasma Current | 800A (with Hypertherm HPRXD 400/800) |
| Maximum Oxy-Fuel Thickness | 300 mm |
| Drive System | Rack and pinion, AC servo |
| Rapid Traverse | 25 m/min (984 in/min) |
| Bevel Head Option | ±52.5° for weld joint preparation |
| Control | SHAPE proprietary CNC with ESSI/DXF |
| Dual Gantry | Optional — plasma + oxy-fuel simultaneous |
| Frame | Heavy structural steel box beam |
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Canadian engineering for heavy fabrication with global service support
- Dual gantry option enables simultaneous plasma and oxy-fuel on the same plate
- 800A plasma capability for extremely thick plate cutting
- Unlimited length with table extensions — no restriction on long plate processing
- SHAPE controller includes built-in nesting — no separate workstation required
Limitations
- Less internationally recognized than Koike or Messer among global shipyards
- Custom width configurations extend delivery lead times
- Large footprint for wide-bed configurations requires significant facility planning
- 800A plasma torch requires high electrical service capacity
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
With a Hypertherm HPRXD 800 at 800A, the Maxi-PRO achieves quality cuts to approximately 80mm on mild steel. Oxy-fuel torches extend the maximum to 300mm for very thick plate.
02
Yes. Plasma systems cut stainless steel and aluminum effectively. Oxy-fuel is suitable for mild steel only. Stainless and aluminum on the Maxi-PRO use plasma with appropriate gas mixes (F5 or H35 for aluminum).
03
SHAPE's CNC controller includes a basic nesting module for on-machine programming. For complex production nesting, SHAPE recommends dedicated nesting software such as SigmaNEST or Lantek, which export ESSI files to the controller.
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