Waukesha Metal Products Invests in Fiber Laser Technology
They install a 4 kW fiber laser cutting system in their fabrication facility in Grafton, WI.
Posted: January 17, 2018
Waukesha Metal Products (Grafton, WI), an international full service metal stamping and fabrication partner, announced their installation of a Mitsubishi SR-F40 fiber laser cutting system at their fabrication facility in Grafton that features:
- 4,000 watts of laser cutting power.
- Cuts up to one inch thick.
- Utilizes fiber optic cutting technology for cutting speeds up to 3X faster than traditional methods.
- Fiber optic laser cutting can reduce processing time by as much as 50 percent.
- Remote 360 technology provides real-time data that increases productivity, improves efficiency and reduce down time.
“We are constantly looking for ways to enhance our customer experience,” said Jeff Clark, the chief executive officer of the company. “This investment is just one of the ways we are adding value, providing new solutions and improving efficiencies for our customers.” From humble beginnings as a two-man tool and die shop, the company has developed into an international full-service metal forming manufacturer, delivering parts and assemblies to industries since 1971.
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