Edge Cutting with Laser
Need
Edge Cutting of Steel Strips
In the production of high-quality precision steel strips, the edge of the strip needs to be processed to high precision and surface finish. Historically, this process has been done manually by an operator using a planer. With laser technology and method development, the process has been automated, offering significant benefits for health, safety, and product quality.
Solution
Customized Laser Machine
A customized laser machine has been developed exclusively for edge cutting purposes. This specially designed laser technology has been developed in close collaboration with LMiab, a leading supplier of advanced laser applications. LMiab, en ledande leverantör inom avancerade laserapplikationer.
The equipment includes:
- Fiber laser IPG YLR-2000 2 kW.
- XY positioning with Bosch servo linear units.
- Laser safety KUKA laser spy.
- Water cooling system, SMC.
- Specially adapted planer tool.
- ABB robot to hold the laser unit.
Facts
| Customer | NDA |
|---|---|
| Production Start | 2024 |
| Industry | Manufacturing Industry |
| Managed Product | Steel Strip |
| Product Size | 100-200 m |
| Product Weight | Ton |
| Cycle Time | 40 minutes |
| Serial Number | A21045 |
Result
An Efficient Process with Good Working Environment
- Product quality has improved.
- More efficient production as manual work has been replaced with automation.
- A workplace safety issue has been eliminated.
- Production capacity has increased significantly.
