Benefits of Laser Cutting?
Our sheet metal laser cutting machinery provides a range of benefits to our customers:
- In comparison with punching it gives a superior edge finish that requires no de-burring or finishing.
- Intricate detail & marking are all possible.
- Lasers can cut complex shapes without the need for tooling.
- Speed is comparable or faster than other profile cutting methods.
- Localised heat distortion is reduced.
- A polished edge finish can be achieved on stainless steel using a nitrogen assist gas.
Laser cutting is a technology that has been used in industry since the 1970's. The first common application was for sign-making, mainly cutting acrylic. Since then the process has been adopted and adapted by virtually every industry group, and is now a significant process in every manufacturing economy.
The reasons for laser cutting sheet metal popularity include:
- The accuracy of the cut part achievable
- The repeatability and consistency of the process
- The level of detail achievable
- The range of materials which can be processed
- The speed of the process
- The cost of parts
- The ease of changing parts (particularly when compared to hard tooling etc)
- The lack of physical contact during the process
- The small heat affected zone
For Laser Cutting, CNC Punching and our other Sheet Metal services
Contact Saint Anns Sheet Metal today on 0115 9269649 or enquire online.
Contact Saint Anns Sheet Metal today on 0115 9269649 or enquire online.