Automation of laser cutting in Toronto can enable a metal fabricator to quickly respond to the changing demands of industry. One of the most important aspects of having the right level of automation is maximizing the value of every aspect of the shop. This also means finding the crossover point or adopting the optimal level of automation where labor cost reduction balances with equipment investment costs and staff needs.

Attaining this balance depends on the demands met by a shop. The key to achieve this is to reach the level where a fabricator best meet the cost demands, lead time, and flexibility of its most valuable customers.

Laser cutting in Toronto, of course requires accuracy, speed and power.

But these desirable features won’t matter if the laser machine will have to wait for a long time for the material to be cut. Efficient material handling is what really improves productivity. One way of handling material is using suction cup lifters with a fork system. In this material handling system, the suction lifters pick the material from the bay with the help of pressurized cylinders ensuring enough sheet is picked up. Employing experiences and knowledgeable technicians is essential to finding this balance.

Handling needs to be done very carefully for proper material use and to avoid expensive crashes or waste. At 4 Way, we follow standard safety and efficiency procedures: sheet thickness and size is measured by a gauge and logged into an inventory program. The next step is for the fork to take the material and place it on the cutting table slats. These are done very carefully, ensuring proper material handling and avoiding any expensive waste. The pace of the material handling is not a problem when the laser continues to cut and as long as the material is ready. This keeps laser idle time at the minimum during laser cutting in our Toronto shop.

At 4 Way Metal Fabricators, we strive to provide top quality industrial laser cutting. We provide expert CNC laser cutting in Toronto with precision gear and extensive experience in fabrication. Contact us today to learn more.