Metal Cutting
Laser cutting
But what does this actually mean in practice, and how does it work?
Laser cutting means that a high-power, focused laser beam melts or vaporizes the material along the cutting line, creating an extremely narrow and precise kerf without distortion or material waste. The molten material is removed parallel to the beam using a high-velocity gas stream. The width of the heat-affected zone is minimal, barely affecting the properties of the material near the cut – meaning there is no significant change in the material structure.
Another advantage over traditional cutting methods is that the cutting speed is substantially higher, while the kerf remains extremely thin, which minimizes material waste. The cut edges produced by laser cutting are typically very clean and smooth, meaning that post-processing – such as grinding or finishing – is often unnecessary. A further benefit of this technology is its versatility: laser cutting is suitable for cutting a wide variety of different materials, from metals to non-metallic and specialty materials. This also allows for the precise cutting of harder-to-handle materials, such as stainless steel.
We offer CNC laser cutting up to 20 mm.
When do we recommend it?
When the workpiece is of a size or shape where high precision, a clean cut edge, and minimal material waste are of paramount importance – especially in the case of complex geometries or sensitive materials.
Tube-laser cutting
What is laser tube cutting and how does it work?
Laser tube cutting means that a focused laser beam precisely cuts the tube or profile while the resulting heat vaporizes the material, creating a clean and sharp cut edge. The molten or vaporized material is removed from the kerf using an assist gas. Since the laser beam acts only on an extremely narrow area, no significant change occurs in the material structure.
One of its most important advantages is that it is a non-contact cutting process – the laser cutting head does not come into contact with the workpiece, preventing scratches or damage to the surface. The cut edges are smooth and uniform, and post-processing is generally not required. This technology enables the creation of complex geometries and precise cutting, which saves time and money while increasing productivity and quality. This also allows for the precise cutting of harder-to-process materials, such as stainless steel tubes.
When do we recommend it?
When the workpiece is a tube or hollow section, and high precision, a clean edge, and minimal post-processing are of paramount importance for the cut – especially in the case of complex designs or structures made of sensitive materials.
CNC Flame Cutting
But what does this mean in reality and how does it work?
Flame cutting involves intense heat along the cutting line, which causes changes to the material’s structure. In essence, the material in the cutting kerf almost completely burns away, which results in a wider cut. The resulting combustion products are then blown out by a high-velocity oxygen jet.
We can perform CNC flame cutting up to 80 mm.
When do we recommend it?
We recommend it when the workpiece is of a size and thickness that cannot be handled by other technologies, but precision is essential.
