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Laser Cutting - Page 47
- From The Fabricator
Mazak Optonics expands partnership with Modern Machinery Co.
- Jan 11, 2017
- News Release
Mazak Optonics Corp., a laser cutting system manufacturer in Elgin, Ill., has announced that Modern Machinery Co., an Indianapolis-based distributor, has added Michigan to its service area. The distributor, which has represented the manufacturer’s products for the past 30 years, also serves...
- From The Fabricator
LaserCoil forms strategic alliance with Bradbury
- Jan 10, 2017
- News Release
Napoleon, Ohio-based LaserCoil Technologies LLC has entered into a strategic alliance with The Bradbury Group, Moundridge, Kan., a provider of roll forming and coil processing equipment. Through this agreement both companies will promote turnkey coil-fed laser blanking systems to Bradbury’s...
- From The Welder
Brochure highlights cutting, welding equipment capabilities
- Jan 10, 2017
- Product Release
Amada Miyachi America has published a brochure highlighting its eight manufacturing technologies, including cutting, welding, marking, sealing, and bonding, focusing on equipment capabilities and typical applications. The literature details how the company’s applications laboratory experts employ...
- From The Fabricator
Fiber laser cutting system features carbon fiber carriage, synthetic granite frame
- Jan 9, 2017
- Product Release
Prima Power offers the Laser Genius 2-D fiber laser cutting system. High-dynamic linear motors help ensure a 15 percent increase in productivity compared with conventional drive systems, states the company. It has a variety of automation modules, and CNC proprietary management increases accuracy in...
- From The Fabricator
3 things you should know about air-assisted laser cutting
- By Robert Farrell
- Jan 6, 2017
- Article
Laser cutting with nitrogen as an assist gas is still the No. 1 choice for applications in which edge quality is critical. Air as an assist gas, however, might work in some not-so-critical applications, and its use will generate sustainable cost and time savings while boosting productivity.
- From The Fabricator
Robinson Metal adds fiber laser machine
- Jan 4, 2017
- News Release
Robinson Metal Inc., a single-source metal fabrication supplier in De Pere, Wis., has installed a fiber laser machine to help enhance its laser cutting efficiency and reduce project lead times. The upgraded laser features improved reliability and reduced operational maintenance to help minimize...
- From The Fabricator
Shaping the laser beam for the best cut
- By Tim Heston
- Jan 4, 2017
- Article
The Fraunhofer Institute in Germany has developed a system that quickly oscillates the beam in specific patterns as it cuts, welds, or otherwise processes material. These patterns have the effect of “shaping” a laser beam, allowing the technician to tailor the beam’s shape to fit the application.
- From The Fabricator
Functions added to fiber laser system
- Jan 3, 2017
- Product Release
Bystronic has introduced the newest generation of the BySprint fiber laser cutting system, expanding the basic version of the machine with an extended performance package and revamped design. It features a larger operator touchscreen panel and three additional functions. Using a camera system on...
- From The Fabricator
Automated laser system offers small footprint
- Dec 26, 2016
- Product Release
Mazak Optonics Corp. has introduced the new Quick Cell 3015 compact, high-speed laser automation system. It offers unattended operation and a small footprint for facilities with limited floor space. The load and unload pallets are stacked, allowing for efficient use of factory floor space. Each...
- From The Fabricator
Fiber laser performs 2-D laser processing on range of materials
- Dec 23, 2016
- Product Release
The TruLaser 3030 fiber laser from TRUMPF is designed for 2-D laser processing of a variety of material types and thicknesses. The machine is available with up to 6 kW of power with standard BrightLine fiber, enabling fabricators to cut steel, stainless steel, and aluminum up to 1 in. The...
- From The Fabricator
Direct-diode laser provides high cutting speeds in thin to medium worksheets
- Dec 23, 2016
- Product Release
Mazak Optonics offers the Optiplex 3015 DDL direct-diode laser—the first of its kind, according to the manufacturer. This platform delivers higher performance and reliability than traditional fiber or other solid-state laser generation systems, the company states. The machine provides fast...
- From The Fabricator
Power-Tech to install first 12-kW Eagle fiber laser in Poland
- Dec 20, 2016
- News Release
Power-Tech, Wałcz, Poland, has announced it will install the first of its new Eagle iNspire 2040 12-kW fiber laser cutting systems at S.C. Wirax in Tuchomie, Poland. Wirax is a producer of agricultural machines and spare parts for tractors serving Poland, Moldova, Hungary, and Serbia. The 12-kW...
- From The Fabricator
Punch/fiber laser combination machine equipped with automated material handling
- Dec 14, 2016
- Product Release
The LC 2515 C1 AJ punch/laser combination machine from Amada America Inc. features a 2-kW fiber laser that provides up to 70 percent electrical savings when compared to a CO2 system, the company reports. The fiber laser can cut reflective materials such as copper, brass, and titanium. The laser...
- From The Fabricator
Fiber laser cutting machines handle large sheets
- Dec 12, 2016
- Product Release
LVD Strippit has introduced the Phoenix FL 4020 and Phoenix FL 6020, two new fiber laser cutting machines designed to handle sheet dimensions of 160 by 80 in. and 240 by 80 in., respectively. Available in 3-, 4-, and 6-kW versions, the new machines cut thin and thick steels as well as nonferrous...
- From The Fabricator
Laser cutting system suitable for Industry 4.0
- Dec 9, 2016
- Product Release
Salvagnini offers the L5 laser cutting system, which handles information collected in the field in order to react to input in real time, thus becoming inherently smart, the company states. It features a new compass structure with advanced kinematic system to achieve acceleration as high as 5 g. In...
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