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09/01/2008: gf laser increases 3D laser cutting capacity

As part of an ongoing investment programme gf laser has increased the cutting capacity of its Trumpf TLC Cut 5 3D laser cutting machine. The decision was made to purchase a 7.5 inch head in order to cope with new demand for cutting steel up to 15mm thick. The TLC Cut 5 is supplied with a 5 inch head as standard, which will still be used for cutting thinner material.

John Hickman, Managing Director of gf laser parent company Primat commented that “We have seen an increased market demand for laser cutting thicker steels including angle iron. Upgrading our TLC Cut 5 allows us to cater for this market and allows us to offer even more services to existing and new customers. I was also impressed with the speed that a head change can be completed in order to minimise production down time.

The Trumpf TLC Cut 5 is only the second machine of this type to be operated in the UK and the only one with the ability to cut up to 15mm.