Hampshire-based ICEE has boosted its fibre laser cutting capabilities. It can now cut thicker materials, at a faster rate of throughput and with a higher level of automation.

The company has replaced the original 2kW laser power source on its Bystronic Fibre 3015 fibre laser cutting machine with a 6kW version, while adding an automated cutting-head changer to complement the existing ByTrans materials loader fitted to the machine (www.bystronic.com).

Paul Harris, ICEE’s managing director, said: “Fitting a 6kW laser and adding more automation means we will be able to cut not only thicker materials, but also do it rapidly and with just as much precision as before, thereby reducing delivery time while maintaining high-quality production throughput.

“In addition to accurately profiling parts from thin sheet and light-gauge plate, we can now cut a variety of materials up to 30mm thick, such as stainless steel and aluminium plate, and other ferrous and non-ferrous stock.

“This new capability is a perfect complement to our water-jet cutting service, which offers features and benefits that may be better suited to a customer’s particular requirements or constraints. The advantage is that ICEE now offers customers both cutting process options, all under one roof.”