The Basics of Waterjet Cutting
Waterjet cutting is a manufacturing process that employs the use of high-pressure streams of water—i.e., jets—to cut raw material to the desired shape and size. It is suitable for processing a wide range of hard and soft materials, including metal, plastic, stone, glass, and more. An Overview of the Waterjet Cutting Process Unlike […]
Industries that Benefit from Laser Cutting
Laser machines are commonly used by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), suppliers, and job shops, such as Serra Laser. Some companies specialize in certain industries, while others have more flexible business models. Here are some key industries that benefit from laser cutting, a very efficient way of generating high volume products in a short time frame. […]
The Versatility of CNC Laser Machines
Manufacturers of various industries invest in CNC laser machines due to their extensive versatility. The machines can cut a diverse array of materials such as metal, wood and plastic. They’ve contributed to making the building blocks of modern technology more cost efficient. They also are versatile in terms of size necessity, and can provide solutions for […]
The Wonders of Lasers in Metal Fabrication
At the heart of industrial manufacturing is metal fabrication, which contributes to countless types of machinery and steel structures. The machine that has made metal fabrication a much more efficient industry today than most of last century is the laser cutter. Here are essential reasons why lasers are embraced by manufacturers that use metal as […]
The Benefits of Working With a Job Shop Like Serra Laser
When a company is looking to work with a job shop, such as Serra Laser, there are a few things they should look for. In this blog post, we will analyze the role and services that job shops provide and how they can benefit your company. The Role and Services of a Job Shop As […]
Using Large Sheet CNC Hi-Def Plasma Cutting Machines
Many fabricators work on large sheet plasma cutting machines due to superior cuts and greater speed for thicker materials. The significance of plasma cutting machines is that they use high speed ionized plasma (gas) in which a torch from the plasma cutter heats and melts metal as well as conducts electricity. Here are important points […]
All About Titanium Laser Cutting
Titanium is a strong yet lightweight silver metal growing in popularity for use in the aerospace and medical industries. It’s also commonly used in jewelry, scissors and mobile phones. Another reason for its wider use is its corrosion resistance. As a common alloy, titanium is often mixed with iron, aluminum and other metals. Here are important points to […]
Principles of 3D Laser Cutting
The advent of computer numerical control (CNC) cutting machines has elevated 3D laser cutting as a superior option for manufacturers. One of the key reasons why we love using 3D lasers in conjunction with CNC systems is because it simplifies the process of cutting complex designs. It also provides fast turnaround times for high volume projects. Here […]
How Industrial Metal Supply Affects Manufacturing
Every manufacturer that relies on an industrial metal supply must keep an eye on financial news that affects commodity prices, as they can have a major effect on your profit margins. Since we often work with original manufacturers, we’re familiar with the frustrations of industrial metal supply. Here’s an overview of the challenges that many companies […]
Purposes and Process of Laser Engraving
One of the best ways to turn manufacturing material into art is with laser engraving, which serves several other purposes as well. Generally, this process is used to create images on surface material. Here are important aspects of the process. Common Engraving Projects jewelry wooden, metal and plastic signs musical instruments furniture art framing leather designs ID […]