When you work with sheet metal, laser cutting surpasses other methods in five key areas: speed, efficiency, volume, accuracy, and intricacy. The construction industry demands all of these elements, which is why it relies on laser cutting for manufacturing modern buildings.
The lowdown on laser cutting
Our specialist programmers operate fibre laser cutting equipment that cuts metals up to 30mm thick. In the UK, we outperform most contractors and rank among the few laser companies able to cut mild and stainless steel and aluminium at 30mm, brass at 15mm, and copper up to 12mm. In modern construction, metalwork plays a vital role in production, and every millimetre counts.
Why does the construction industry use laser cutting?
The list of reasons is long and impressive. The construction industry works to tight deadlines, and often needs parts supplied in large quantities. Laser cutting can produce these parts at speed and in high volumes making it an incomparably efficient option. These dual factors make laser cutting a highly cost-effective choice, helping projects stay on budget. In addition, its accuracy reduces waste, delivering another advantage for cost management. This, in turn, has benefits from an environmental standpoint. It provides focus and is a smooth process. Its relevance is unique.
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Let’s not underestimate the importance of safety.Laser cutting sets higher safety standards than traditional construction methods. It eliminates the risk of spinning blades or flying debris and also limits dust and fumes.
A new era for decorative features
Moreover, laser cutting delivers both high-volume structural pieces and intricate decorative features with precision. The technology makes bespoke production simple and enables fast turnaround, even for one-off pieces. Many of the intricate pieces produced by laser cutting could never be recreated manually, widening the field of design possibilities.
Not all laser cutters are made equal
We use Bystronic ByStar 10kW and Bystronic ByStar 12kW fibre lasers which cut metal in record time. They are Swiss made to the highest quality and are exceptionally precise. In order to support the metal cutting process, we have also invested in smart factory automation meaning production can run 24/7. State-of-the-art software including touch screens, and smartphone capabilities increase production speed even further.
Let’s not forget the importance of press braking
Lastly, in the world of metalwork and high-speed laser cutting, press braking also plays a vital role. It shapes and bends metal sheets, making it essential for producing structural components such as beams, roofing elements, staircases, brackets, reinforcement bars, and window frames. It’s often used in conjunction with laser cutting and at Laser 24 we are skilled in both.
