10K performance improvements

Following the installation of its first 6kW 4m x 2m fibre laser in 2015, its most recent purchase replaced the old CO₂ laser cutting facility to form a full fibre line-up at its Oldbury headquarters.

“Now that our Bystronic 10kW fibre cutting system is in full production, CO₂ technology has lost its place on our shopfloor,” explains company director Jon Till.

With an additional cutting capacity of 3m x 1.5m, the high-performance equipment is claimed to be the first machine of its kind to be installed in the UK. Through this combination, increased cutting speeds of up to 60m/minute can be achieved.

“In the bigger picture, these faster processing speeds release more capacity for us to deliver consistently short lead-times and offer improved levels of service all round.” Mr Till adds.

Having been at the forefront of laser cutting technology for over a decade, the metal profiling experts at Accurate Laser have built a solid reputation for rapid turnaround times and high quality service. Customer orders can be manufactured in as little as 24 hours and in some cases a same day cutting service is also available.

“In such a competitive market, it is vitally important to react to our customer requirements as quickly as possible,” says company director, Steve Morgan. “The advanced properties of fibre technology make this achievable in every way possible. Not only is it far more efficient than our old CO₂ laser, it also offers exceptional cut quality across the entire thickness range. This is another added benefit for our customers.”

In the case of the 10kW machine, it is capable of clean cutting mild steel up to 15mm. This is ideal for customers requiring an oxidation free edge on their parts for any further secondary operation processes. The fibre laser can also process non-ferrous materials such as copper and brass to a high standard and aluminium and stainless steel up to 30mm thick.

ACCURATE LASER CUTTING www.accurate-laser.co.uk