Today’s manufacturers face increasing pressure to produce more
parts in less time while maintaining exceptional quality and controlling
operating costs. Labor shortages, rising material prices, and
tighter delivery schedules require fabricators to find new ways to
maximize productivity without sacrificing precision.
Modern fiber laser technology has evolved beyond simply cutting
metal faster. Intelligent controls, beam shaping, automated nozzle
management, machine monitoring, and advanced nesting software
now work together to significantly reduce the true cost per part.
Fabricators invest significant time and resources into purchasing equipment for their business. Like most major equipment investments, regular maintenance is key for improving machine longevity. Here are a few things fabricators can do to keep their laser-cutting machine running smoothly.
There are two different types of batteries—backup batteries for encoders and relocation batteries—that need to be replaced every 2,000 hours or when warning alarms appear. Follow the instructions to successfully change these batteries.
Mazak Optonics strives to provide customers the highest level of service and support in a timely manner. The Orange Support app was developed for that reason—to simplify and streamline customer support. Download the Orange Support app to submit service requests, live stream support, access service history, view training resources, and more.
Sometimes automation is not a realistic option for companies due to budgetary concerns, lack of space, or simply because the company is “not quite there yet”. For customers who wish to keep up their high production volume with limited resources, Scheduler is a great addition when planning a more effective production.
