Dual-head laser/blade cutting

Published On: April 1, 2010

Dual-configuration laser cutting system is equipped with a three-tool cutting head: a laser plus three tool spindles. The first system of its kind, it will minimize any associated switchover time between material cutting requirements. Laser cutting is beneficial for fabrics that need fused edges to prevent fraying; the dual laser and blade-cutting system will provide customers with unprecedented opportunities and cutting capabilities for a greater variety of materials and applications. Tool head features a 200-watt gas assist laser and three individually aligned and calibrated tool spindles that can be equipped with any combination of rotary and straight knife blades, notches or punches.

SOURCE Eastman Machine Co.