GF Metallbau's Success Story
Germany Manufacturer Accelerates Production with Bodor’s 12kW Laser Cutter
GF Metallbau, a family-owned metal fabrication company in Germany, has been a trusted provider of high-quality doors, windows, balcony railings, and stair railings for over 30 years. Known for their craftsmanship and reliability, the company faced increasing pressure to meet tighter delivery timelines as demand for their products grew.
INDUSTRY
Metal Fabrication
INSTALLATION TIME
2023
LOCATION
Germany
The Challenges
Materials: Stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals for structural and decorative components.
Business Requirements:
· Need: High precision in cutting and faster production speeds to meet increasing market demand.
· Issue:
Speed: Overcome the slow cutting speeds of waterjet technology.
Efficiency: Minimize production bottlenecks caused by lengthy cutting processes.
Cost Reduction: Reduce operational costs associated with high energy consumption and maintenance of waterjet machines.
Bodor's Solutions
Machines in Use:
Bodor compact i7 12kW fiber laser cutting machine
Advantages:
· High-Speed Cutting: The i7 machine’s 12kW laser slashed cutting times dramatically. The same stainless steel sheet that took 14 minutes with waterjet cutting now takes just 40 seconds, a 20x speed improvement.
· Compact Design: The space-efficient design of the i7 allowed for easy integration into GF Metallbau’s workshop.
· Cost Efficiency: Laser cutting reduced energy consumption and maintenance costs compared to waterjet technology.
· Precision and Quality: Achieved clean, burr-free edges with minimal post-processing requirements.
Bodor Laser provided comprehensive on-site installation and operator training, ensuring a smooth transition to the new technology. The robust support services, including 24/7 online technical assistance, ensured uninterrupted production.
Results
Operational Transformation:
· High-Speed Cutting: The i7 machine’s 12kW laser slashed cutting times dramatically. The same stainless steel sheet that took 14 minutes with waterjet cutting now takes just 40 seconds, a 20x speed improvement.
· Compact Design: The space-efficient design of the i7 allowed for easy integration into GF Metallbau’s workshop.
· Cost Efficiency: Laser cutting reduced energy consumption and maintenance costs compared to waterjet technology.
· Precision and Quality: Achieved clean, burr-free edges with minimal post-processing requirements.
GF Metallbau’s transition from waterjet to Bodor’s fiber laser technology highlights their commitment to innovation and efficiency. The adoption of the i7 12kW laser cutting machine has empowered the company to exceed customer expectations while optimizing their operations.
