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Laser Cutting - Page 30
FL3015 Corona fiber laser from HK offers optional rotary axis for tube cutting
- Oct 27, 2019
- Product Release
HK has introduced the FL3015 Corona fiber laser system. It features a cutting carriage with dual servomotors and additional frames to prevent whipping, with a new Laser Mech autofocus fiber cutting head. The system has a wide-open side door that enables the operator to access the work table and...
- From The Fabricator
Corona CFX-5000 5-kW fiber laser available from nLIGHT
- Oct 25, 2019
- Product Release
nLIGHT says its 5-kW Corona CFX-5000 programmable fiber laser uses an all-fiber beam tuning capability to give users thin sheet cutting speeds characteristic of a 6-kW fiber laser. The laser imparts a thick metal edge quality similar to that from a CO2 laser, without the need to change...
- From The Additive Report
Response to fake news about additive manufacturing
- By Kip Hanson
- Oct 8, 2019
- Blog Post
Blogger Kip Hanson responds to magazine article that says additive manufacturing ‘isn’t such a swell idea’ compared to subtractive manufacturing.
- From The Fabricator
How laser cutting aluminum changed the rules of metal fabrication
- By Tim Heston
- Oct 3, 2019
- Article
Laser cutting aluminum has never been a cakewalk, considering the material’s high thermal conductivity and optical reflectivity. But in many ways, the fiber laser has changed the game.
- From The Fabricator
Bystronic looks forward to new facility opening, FABTECH
Bystronic officials discuss their new headquarters and new equipment to debut at FABTECH 2019.
- From The Fabricator
HK Laser celebrates first year in new facility
Laser manufacturer showcases laser cutting machines with new power and technology
- From The Welder
E²L Extreme Environment Lens from BEA Lasers withstands harsh conditions
- Sep 10, 2019
- Product Release
BEA Lasers has introduced a new lens for use with its MIL series lasers. The E²L Extreme Environment Lens incorporates a quartz glass lens into the end ferrule, providing resistance to harsh or extreme environmental conditions, such as welding arc flash, abrasives, dust, and coolant. The MIL laser...
- From The Fabricator
TG Mfg. acquires TurnKey Fabrication
- Sep 9, 2019
- News Release
Grand Rapids, Mich.-based metals manufacturer TG Mfg. (TGM) has acquired TurnKey Fabrication, which operates a 55,000-sq.-ft. facility in Grand Rapids. Its capabilities include laser, autofeed laser, CNC brake press, machining, assembly, and welding. TGM will carry forward the operations of the...
- From The Fabricator
How to grow a metal fabrication business
After experiencing growing pains the past several years, Amerequip has plans to become a $150 million business by 2023.
- From The Fabricator
Midland Metal Products relocates to Northwest Indiana
- Aug 19, 2019
- News Release
Midland Metal Products has relocated to Hammond, Ind., from Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, moving 135 jobs. Midland moved into a former Lear Corp. building and plans to expand the facility by 15,00 sq. ft. Founded 95 years ago, Midland produces metal fixtures for the retail, gaming,...
- From The Fabricator
PRC Laser opens fiber laser machine factory
- By Tim Heston
- Aug 16, 2019
- Article
PRC Laser, a longtime player in the CO2 laser arena, is ramping up domestic production of new fiber laser cutting machines.
- From The Fabricator
BLM Group offers LT5 Lasertube with 2-kW fiber laser
- Aug 9, 2019
- Product Release
BLM Group USA has announced that its LT5 Lasertube now can be ordered with 2-kW fiber laser capability. This entry-level automated laser tube cutter is suitable for small to medium-sized round tube applications up to 4.75 in. dia. It can process mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass,...
- From The Fabricator
BLM Group USA names regional sales managers
- Aug 7, 2019
- News Release
BLM Group USA, Novi, Mich., a manufacturer of tube and flat sheet processing systems, has appointed two regional sales managers to help develop sales of its laser tube cutting systems, benders, and machining equipment. Jon Tibbets serves the western regions of Michigan and Ohio. He has a strong...
- From The Fabricator
What high-powered fiber lasers mean for a fabricating shop
- By Brian Kent
- Aug 7, 2019
- Article
High-powered fiber laser cutting machines can do more than just cut thick metal quickly.
- From The Fabricator
Sapphire fiber laser windows from Laser Research Optics function as debris shields
- Aug 6, 2019
- Product Release
Laser Research Optics has introduced sapphire fiber laser windows. They are suitable for use as debris shields on high-power lasers from 4 kW up and have lower bulk absorption with about 30 times higher thermal conductivity than fused silica protection glasses, the company says. Featuring Mohs 9...
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