Dudley based laser cutting subcontractor Midtherm Laser Ltd are undergoing the last few stages of their extensive 8000 sq ft development ahead of target. The £2.2m investment includes an environmentally friendly extension which will house two brand new state of the art laser cutting machines and a 2nd press break machine. In addition to this, Midtherm has also ordered one of the UK’s first Bystronic 3Kw Fiber Laser to replace the original Bysprint machine that started the company 12 years ago.
The Combination of the high power 6Kw machines for cutting thick and thin metals, plus the ultra-high speed cutting ability of thin material with the Fiber will give the company distinct advantages with these investments. The Fiber machine also offers improvements when cutting aluminium, titanium, brass and copper which, combined with the extremely low cost of operation, was another deciding factor in their purchase.
Dean Cockayne, Operations Director said “It’s nice to see that our long-term plans are coming to fruition. Over the last two years the whole team have been working really hard with both existing and new customers so that we can be in this position” He continued, “Our ultimate goal was to provide a non-ferrous cutting facility which will guarantee no-cross-contamination. We are now able to offer this unique facility and are looking at penetrating new industries and market places.
Investment has not been confined to hardware and premises; in preparation for the new capacity, the company has already taken a proactive move to employ and train new personnel and has invested in a new production software package that will significantly reduce production times, resulting in shorter lead-times.
The project completion date that was originally set for December 2012 should now be completed a month early.
For more information regarding Midtherm Laser and their services please contact David Wheatley, Sales Manager on 01384 458841