Sheet metal laser cutting is now one of the most advanced and high-performance technologies for metal processing. It enables clean, precise and repeatable cuts, even on complex geometries, with reduced processing times and total control over the final result.
At IMT, we use state-of-the-art laser systems capable of managing both prototypes and large production batches, ensuring consistently high quality over time. Our latest system not only enables cutting with nitrogen and oxygen but also with compressed air, thus offering a cost-effective alternative that reduces operating costs and environmental impact without affecting the quality of the result.
What Sheet Metal Laser Cutting is
and How it Works
Cutting takes place without direct contact with the material, which prevents mechanical deformation and makes it possible to work with great accuracy even on thin or delicate sheet metal.
How the process works
and why it’s worthwhile
The process stages
CAD design: each component is digitally designed and optimised for cutting.
Nesting optimisation: strategic arrangement of components to minimise waste.
Sheet metal loading: this can be done manually or using automatic systems.
Laser cutting: controlled by a CNC system that moves the laser head along the cutting path.
Component collection: the components are unloaded, labelled if required, and sent to the next stages.
The Advantages of IMT’s Sheet Metal Laser Cutting
This technology offers numerous operational and quality advantages over other cutting techniques, such as punching, blanking or mechanical cutting:
High precision even on complex shapes and small details
Perfectly clean edges, often requiring no burr removal
No deformation thanks to contactless cutting
High speed, especially on small to medium-sized batches
Application versatility: customised cuts, prototypes, pre-production runs
Minimised waste thanks to automatic nesting
Excellent repeatability: consistent results for every component
When is Laser Cutting Suitable?
Laser cutting is ideal when complex, precise parts need to be produced quickly, even in small batches or on delicate materials. Compared to punching or blanking, it offers greater design freedom and is perfect for hole cutting, internal cut-outs, angular cuts or unconventional shapes.
It is particularly suitable for highly specialised sectors, such as:
• Electronics and control panels
• Industrial design
• Light metal fabrication
• Technical furniture
Processable Materials and Formats
Processable Materials
• Carbon steel (iron)
• Stainless steel (AISI 304, 316, etc.)
• Aluminium and light alloys
• Galvanised or pre-coated sheet metal
(subject to assessment)
Processable Thicknesses
(To be determined based on the system and the type of material. General example:)
• Carbon steel: up to 25 mm
• Stainless steel: up to 20 mm
• Aluminium: up to 15 mm
Processable Sheet Metal Formats
(Approximate – adjust according to the machine installed)
• Maximum sheet size: 3000 x 1500 mm (standard)
• Special formats and cut-to-size sheets available on request
Technical Specifications
• Technology: Fibre and CO₂ lasers
• Available power: Up to 4 kW
• Cutting precision: ±0.01 mm
• Maximum carbon steel thickness: Up to 25 mm
• Working area: Up to 3,000 x 1,500 mm
• Automatic loading/unloading system: integrated into Salvagnini laser systems for optimised production flow management, reduced downtime and greater efficiency, even for small to medium-sized batches.
Machinery
for Sheet Metal Laser Cutting
IMT uses the latest generation of Salvagnini laser cutting lines, designed to ensure maximum efficiency, precision and continuity in sheet metal processing.
Our systems are integrated with automated storage units for loading and unloading sheet metal, enabling optimised production cycle management, a drastic reduction in downtime and greater operational autonomy, even with large volumes.
This configuration allows us to respond flexibly to both prototyping and mass production requirements, ensuring high quality standards at every stage of the process.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
IMT uses Salvagnini machines for laser cutting a variety of metallic materials, such as stainless steel and aluminium, ensuring high precision and high-quality finishes.
Thanks to the capacities of our Salvagnini systems, we can process sheet metal up to 1500x3000 mm, adapting to a wide range of production requirements.
The maximum thickness varies depending on the material and the machine used: generally up to 2 metres.
Salvagnini machines guarantee extremely precise cuts, clean edges without burrs, high processing speeds and reduced waste, thereby optimising time and costs.
Yes, we accept CAD files in standard formats such as DXF and DWG to carry out custom cuts according to the customer’s specifications.
Yes, in addition to laser cutting, IMT offers bending, welding and powder coating services, to deliver a finished and ready-to-use product.
Contact us via the form on our website or by phone, providing details and CAD files if available. We will provide you with a personalised quote as soon as possible.
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