Kloeckner Metals UK is set to grow its laser tube processing capacity with the addition of a new Adige LT14 ‘Jumbo’ laser to its already extensive laser cutting portfolio.
This new equipment is the latest generation of large diameter tube laser and will allow Kloeckner Metals UK to be one of the few businesses in this country capable of processing parts up to 355mm in diameter and weight up to 100kg/m.
In addition to processing Hollow section tubes, it can also process large beams, columns, split tees, angles and channels.
The LT14 has a 4.5KW Rofin CO2 laser source with the ability to laser cut 20mm thick mild steel and weld prep 16mm thick mild steel material up to 45 degrees.
It has 15,5m infeed and outfeed loading and its software is and control is 30% faster than previous machines and can import 3D models and assemblies..
Clint Jones, Kloeckner Metals UK Group Commercial Director, said: “We are delighted with this new edition to our processing portfolio. The advantages and versatility of the new LT14 Jumbo laser processing machine will significantly increase Kloeckner’s production capabilities and enable us to better service various sectors such as construction, transport and energy markets which require larger processed parts.
“By having these extensive processing capabilities under one roof allows us to offer our customers high quality parts at shorter lead times at the specifications required.”