After tackling countless benefits of this technique, let’s describe them further and what they can do for your business.
Keep in mind that a metal laser cutting machine is a long-term commitment.
It lasts from eight to ten years, and almost every manufacturer keeps the same device for at least seven years. So, no mistakes are tolerable in the making of this process.
Precision
The accuracy and precise nature of cutting are some of the greatest benefits that lasers have brought. It allows for a clean-cut and smooth finish.
Waste reducing
Metal laser cutting machines allow for cutting on a much smaller and narrower area of material, with significantly reduced heat waste and scraps.
Versatility
A single laser has various uses, allowing the cut of different materials in different ways. You can use lasers for processes such as engraving, marking, and drilling.
Non-contact process
The beam that shoots the laser doesn’t physically touch the material that it is working. This method minimises the damage to the material, and you can avoid costly repair and maintenance schedules for parts that contact the work surface.
Low power consumption
It is an essential advantage in a world that is looking to work smarter by increasing production while lowering costs. Other cutting processes use up to five times more kW power than a laser cutting machine.
Safety
With the need for increased production comes the need for more safety measures too. Metal laser cutting machines are a much more reliable method than other cutting processes, due to their advanced programming system.
No tooling costs
Laser cutting doesn’t require any hard tools. So, there is no need for tool storage, changeover, and sharpening. This reduces downtime between jobs and inefficiencies in the long run as well.
Flexible
Laser cutting easily adapts to ever-changing manufacturing demands, both in terms of production volume and market needs. The equipment used for laser cutting can be set up and repurposed for specific requirements.ou.
Before making any decisions, there are some things to keep in mind regarding the type of machine you will invest in:
Machine Structure
Make sure you’ve understood the materials that build the machine and its processes. The robust make of the structure will define the overall capability of the device to take vibrations and load.
Workload levels
Think of the amount of cutting you are planning to do with your laser cutting machine. The bed size of the laser machine determines the amount of work you can accomplish with it. The bigger the size, the more you can get done.
As the bed size is a permanent feature, you cannot change it later, so you’ll have to think it through.
Optics quality
The performance and quality of the laser machine largely depend on the quality of the optics. An important part of the process is the focusing of laser optic. It is necessary to focus the laser beam after a certain number of duty cycles.
Some machines do it automatically while for some others you have to do it manually. Talk with an expert or different manufacturers about this crucial feature.
User convenience
The laser cutting machine you’re about to purchase should have an easy-to-follow user’s manual. This way, you can be able to understand how to operate the machine and how to cover maintenance. Don’t forget to ask about the machine’s software program and interface before deciding on buying one.
As a business, the main reason why you are planning on making these changes is profitability.
After beginning to operate a metal laser cutting machine, it’s typical not to notice significant results for around a year. Knowing the fact that these machines have a long life span, they are very beneficial in the long run.
OEE metrics calculate the percentage of manufacturing time that is truly productive. With Overall Equipment Effectiveness, you will gain important insights on how to improve your manufacturing process systematically. OEE is the standard for identifying losses, benchmarking progress, and eliminating waste.
Compatibility
We have highlighted many times the importance of adaptability that new machines will have with the rest of the plant. It is of high importance to discuss with a trusted professional about customising the different types of technologies in your factory at its best.
Run trials on several machines, at the same rate of speed, on the same thickness of the material. This way, you’ll be able to decide which machine offers the best quality.
Even though you might be very engaged in making these alterations, honest assistance is undeniably necessary.
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