Laser cutting

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Overview
At Mecanizados Teklan we deploy advanced fiber laser technology to deliver high-quality, high-precision laser-cut metal parts for prototypes, low-volume runs and long serial production. Our capabilities combine large-format cutting, edge quality control and automation geared to industrial series production.

Materials and thicknesses used

• Carbon Steel: from 0.5 mm to 20 mm
• Stainless Steel: from 0.5 mm to 20 mm
• Aluminum: from 0.5 mm to 15 mm
• Brass and Copper: cuttable with prior analysis

Laser cutting equipment

• 4 kW Fiber Laser, table size 3000×1500
• 6 kW Fiber Laser, table size 4000×2000
• 6 kW Fiber Laser, table size 3000×1500, with automatic material feeder
• 4 kW Fiber Laser, table size 40000×1500, with automatic material feeder
• 6 kW Fiber Laser, table size 3000×1500, with automatic feeder and Cartesian robots for separation and palletization of cut pieces

The Laser Cutting Process

• Design and programming: parts are designed and converted to machine instructions; cutting parameters (power, speed, gas, focus) are set to achieve optimal edge quality.
• Loading and cutting: pieces are placed on the cutting table; the platform moves beneath the beam following the programmed paths.
• Waste control: dust and gas extraction systems collect waste and prevent residue build-up in the work area.
• First-piece validation and in-process sampling: the first part is validated dimensionally and periodic sampling is performed to avoid dimensional drift.

Services offered

• High-precision laser cutting in metals and alloys
• Cutting of tubes and profiles of different diameters and thicknesses
• Laser cutting of parts and components for automotive, aerospace, railway, medical and other sectors
• Cutting from thin sheets to thick plates across supported thickness ranges
• Complex shapes and irregular geometries
• High-speed cutting for mass production and short runs for prototypes/low-volume
• Finishing and polishing services for laser-cut parts
• Engineering and design to optimize part production

Advantages of laser cutting

• High precision and superior edge quality compared with other cutting methods
• Speed and efficiency suitable for mass production of complex components
• Flexibility and versatility across many materials and geometries
• Reduced material waste and improved material utilisation

Quality, traceability and production control
Process design addresses repeatability from the outset: up-to-date drawings and clean CAD, first-piece inspection (internal validation), documented sampling frequencies for in-process controls, batch and material traceability tied to production orders, and integration with quality systems aligned to ISO 9001 principles. Design revisions, files for cutting and any incident or adjustment are recorded to ensure stability across repetitions.

Nesting, cost optimisation and long-series strategy

• Nesting is treated as process engineering: selection of sheet format, orientation, mirroring, microjoints and control of distances to maximise sheet utilisation.
• For long series, validated nesting and production parameters are standardized and documented to stabilise cost per piece and lead times.
• Hybrid solutions (laser + punching) are considered where repetitive geometries or cycle-time optimisation justify tooling investments.

Post-cutting operations and logistics

• Deburring and edge preparation, including specific treatments for welding
• Part identification, kitting and batch grouping to deliver ready-to-assemble sets
• Palletization and logistics planning adapted to dimensions, weight and delivery rhythm

Applications
We produce precise and complex parts for machinery, cabinetry, metal structures and a wide range of industrial sectors including automotive, electronics and aerospace.

Technical characteristics / specifications

• Supported sheet formats: up to approximately 4000 × 2000 mm and standard 3000 × 1500 mm
• Thickness capability (guideline): carbon steel 0.5–20 mm; stainless steel 0.5–20 mm; aluminum 0.5–15 mm; brass and copper within fiber-laser-suitable thicknesses (subject to prior analysis)
• Laser sources: 4 kW and 6 kW fiber lasers
• Table sizes: examples include 3000×1500 and 4000×2000 (also referenced 40000×1500 in source text)
• Automation: machines equipped with automatic material feeders and systems for automatic unloading, Cartesian robots for separation and palletization for serial production
• Process controls: programming of nested cutting paths, first-piece validation, sampling frequencies, machine parameter correction and incident documentation
• Integration capabilities: laser cutting plus bending/paneling, punching, bolt insertion, TIG and semi-automatic welding and assembly for turnkey metal fabrication