Following its investment of its first 3kW fibre laser cutting machine earlier this year Metal Assemblies Ltd has now commissioned its second machine.
The new HSG G3015H 12kW fibre laser cutting machine will increase capacity at West Bromwich factory to support new business won from energy, construction and off-highway customers.
It also reinforces the company’s continuing commitment to its automotive customers and recognises growing demand for large laser-cut, formed and welded assemblies.
Managing Director Mr Iain Collis and Technical Director Mr Nigel Mason identified an opportunity to bring Metal Assemblies’ established automotive manufacturing expertise to customers in additional sectors, including energy, construction and off-highway equipment.
The company says its automotive pedigree provides a strong foundation for these relationships. Experience of demanding quality requirements, repeatable production and disciplined engineering gives customers entering the business confidence in its ability to deliver complex assemblies consistently.
Part of HSG’s flagship GH Series, the G3015H is designed for demanding industrial sheet-metal production. The new machine provides 12kW of laser power, with a cutting area of 3,100 × 1,550mm and a high-speed motion system designed to support efficient processing.
Working alongside the existing 3kW laser, it increases production flexibility and broadens capability across a variety of materials and thicknesses. Combined with Metal Assemblies’ forming, welding and assembly operations, it strengthens its ability to manage projects from cut components through to complete fabricated assemblies.
Customer benefits include additional capacity for new programmes and repeat production and an integrated cutting, forming and welding service through one manufacturing partner.
It also provides flexible support for prototypes, design changes and production requirements.
Automotive remains an important part of Metal Assemblies’ business, and it continues to welcome opportunities to support both existing and new automotive customers during the sector’s challenging transition.
This investment builds on that heritage while developing a broader customer base. It reflects Iain Collis and Nigel Mason’s confidence in the business’s engineering capabilities and their commitment to investing where those capabilities can meet new customer needs.