As an expert in laser industrial solutions, THEMIS Technologies designs and integrates laser cutting machines for all sectors
The passionate men and women who make up our teams develop technological solutions that provide a comprehensive response to our customers' requirements.With laser cutting, the material is subjected to a high-energy beam which, by releasing intense heat, melts and vaporises almost all material. Particularly used in micro-machining and sheet metal processes of various thicknesses, laser cutting supports, among others, the automotive and aeronautical industries or sectors that produce high-tech parts or products.
Clean and fast laser cutting
It is no longer necessary to choose between speed and precision: laser cutting is a technology that offers both exceptional accuracy and high speed of execution. This cutting method uses a highly concentrated beam which allows sharp, precise and high-quality cutting on a wide variety of materials.
Laser technology is ideal for industries that use particularly small parts, since it allows an accuracy of up to 0.1 mm. The laser beam can move quickly over the surface of the material, even when complex. Compared to other cutting methods, laser cutting significantly reduces production time.
Use laser to cut all your materials
Laser technology is capable of cutting a wide range of materials, making it a versatile method, widely used in different industries. Steel, aluminium, stainless steel, brass or copper, glass and textiles require precise cutting. This is particularly the case in the automotive parts industry, aerospace, electronics industry or any metal processing industry. It is also used for making prototypes in different materials, which facilitates the design and product development process.
Laser cutting can also be applied to wood, fabrics, glass, plastics and polymers, in all sectors.
Clean laser cutting at no extra cost
As well as cutting cleanly, the laser beam does not need to be in contact with the material it is cutting.
This reduces the risk of deterioration or deformation on the workpiece. In addition, the laser beam, being extremely precise, generates very little loss of material. There is no need for chemicals or cutting fluid: the laser beam is a clean technology that reduces the environmental impact of the industries that use it.
Where other processes require the installation of additional tooling as required, laser cutting does not incur any additional costs for equipment or regular purchases of consumables.
With laser cutting, you optimise your production by offering high cutting speed without compromising on quality. THEMIS Technologies supports your company from the design of your tailor-made solution to the integration of the machine on your line.
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How does laser cutting work?
For laser cutting, a laser beam is directed at the surface of the material to be cut (steel, aluminium, stainless steel, etc.). The concentrated energy of the beam vaporises, melts or burns the material, depending on the type of laser. When coupled with a 6-axis robot or a Cartesian system, the machine controls the movement of the laser beam according to the cuts required.
What are the advantages of laser cutting over other cutting methods?
Laser cutting offers several advantages, including:
great accuracy
speed of execution,
the ability to cut out complex shapes,
a reduced thermal zone affected,
reduced deformation of the material,
tremendous versatility for cutting different materials.
What parameters can be adjusted on the laser cutting machine?
Many configurations are possible depending on the material cut and the expected result. You can vary:
the power, frequency and speed of execution of the laser,
the moving speed of the beam,
the working distance,
the focus of the laser,
etc.
What safety precautions are necessary when using laser cutting?
THEMIS Technologies manufactures CE equipment allowing its operation without wearing PPE. However, laser remains a potentially dangerous material when misused. THEMIS Technologies systematically trains operators to handle the laser cutting machine, once it has been integrated. It is essential to apply the instructions given for the safety of operators. This may include wearing personal protective equipment, suitable ventilation to evacuate fumes, use of fire detection systems, etc.
What materials cannot be cut by laser?
Some reflective materials, such as aluminium or copper, can present difficulties when laser cutting. However, new technological breakthroughs are now making it possible to work with these materials.
What is the maximum thickness that laser cutting can handle?
The maximum thickness depends on the material and power of the laser used. CO2 lasers can typically cut materials up to about 20 mm thick, while fibre lasers are more suitable for thinner materials, up to about 10 mm. More powerful lasers can nevertheless handle higher thicknesses.
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