Knees Engineering utilise the latest technology to provide a precise, high-quality laser cutting service to customers from a variety of industries.
To achieve this we use a state-of-the-art Amada ENSIS-3015 AJ 6kW fibre laser cutter.
Offering unrivalled beam spot control and high-speed cutting rates, this machine allows us to create complex cut metal shapes with exceptional precision.
Knees Engineering utilise the latest technology to provide a precise, high-quality laser cutting service to customers from a variety of industries.
To achieve this we use a state-of-the-art Amada ENSIS-3015 AJ 6kW fibre laser cutter.
Offering unrivalled beam spot control and high-speed cutting rates, this machine allows us to create complex cut metal shapes with exceptional precision.
Our fibre laser cutter can process sheet metal up to a maximum size of 3070mm x 1550mm and a maximum material mass of 920 kg, making it a versatile and flexible cutting option that’s ideal for a wide range of projects.
Our current laser cutting capabilities are (see table):
You can read more about the laser cutting process below or why not contact us today to discuss how we can help with your next laser cutting project.
Our modern factory is located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire. but we work with businesses nationwide.
| Material | Maximum thickness* |
|---|---|
| Mild steel | 25 mm |
| Stainless steel | 25 mm |
| Aluminium | 25 mm |
| Copper | 12 mm |
| Brass | 15 mm |
| Titanium | 10 mm |
Maximum size of 3070mm x 1550mm and a maximum material mass of 920 kg
Laser cutting is renowned for its exceptional precision and unparalleled accuracy.
As well as slicing complex and intricate shapes with ease, laser cutters offer a superior edge quality.
This reduces the need for secondary metal finishing such as deburring, helping to keep production costs down.
With rapid feed rates and automatic nozzle changing, laser cutting is an extremely fast and efficient cutting method.
This means our customers can benefit from short lead times and a quick turnaround.
As there is no physical contact with the material during the laser cutting process, the risk of damage, marking and contamination is substantially reduced.
This is especially important when cutting items that need to be aesthetically pleasing.
One of the advantages of laser cutting is that it can be used on a wide range of materials including mild steel, aluminium, stainless steel, copper and plastic, in various thicknesses.
In addition to cutting, lasers can also be used for hole making, marking, and engraving – and all without needing to replace or switch any tooling.
As the name suggests, laser cutting uses a fine laser beam to slice through or engrave a variety of materials.
It’s most commonly used to cut sheet metal but it can also be used to slice wood, glass, diamond and plastic.
Our combination of up-to-date technology and highly-skilled engineers means we can provide customers with a superior laser cutting service, delivered on time and within budget. Find out more about what laser cutting is and how it works.
How does it work?
It then hits the surface at such a high temperature that the material effectively melts – or vaporises – leaving a clean cut and smooth finish. When the laser cuts through the material it removes a small amount of that material – this is known as the kerf.
The width of the cutting kerf depends on the type and thickness of the material being used, as well as other variables such as the width of the laser beam itself.
To achieve a continuous cut, the laser beam is programmed to move at high speed under computer numerical control (CNC).
When controlled by a computer, it’s possible for the laser cutter to create almost any shape or pattern, no matter how intricate, with the utmost accuracy and precision.
What is laser cutting used for?
Why choose Knees Engineering?
