by GF Lasers | Oct 8, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
Mild Steel is a generic term covering a wide range of low carbon steels. At GF Laser we cut and stock a wide range of thicknesses of mild steel or if it is not in stock we can usually obtain steels on a next day basis. We can cut mild steel from 0.5mm thick right up...
by GF Lasers | Oct 1, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
We’re quite often asked why laser cutting stainless steel is more expensive than laser cutting mild steel. There are 3 main reasons for this: Higher Material Costs: Stainless steel is far more durable and has better resistance to rust than mild steel. For...
by GF Lasers | Sep 8, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
Scratch Free Laser Cutting Is it possible to produce scratch free laser cutting? In theory laser because laser cutting is a non-contact method of metal cutting it should be easy to produce parts which are scratch free. The reality is slightly different though as we...
by GF Lasers | Sep 1, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
The main difference between 5-axis laser cutting and flat laser cutting lies in the level of complexity and the types of cuts they can perform. Both methods utilize laser technology for cutting materials, but they are suitable for different applications and offer...
by GF Lasers | Aug 8, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
GF Laser are one of the UK’s premier providers of 5 Axis Laser Cutting services. 5 Axis Laser Cutting for Industry There are only a handful of laser cutting companies that offer 5 axis laser cutting services in the UK and only GF Laser offer a subcontract...
by GF Lasers | Aug 8, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
Laser Cutting In The West Midlands Local Dedicated Vehicle Delivery Service If you are looking for laser cutting in the the West Midlands Whilst GF Laser are able to ship anywhere in the UK on a next day basis we also offer a dedicated vehicle service for companies...
by GF Lasers | Aug 7, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
Our Minimum Charges Explained: Although we used to have a minimum charge across the board we now offer a more flexible pricing structure in order to keep prices competitive. However, like most businesses operating in todays high inflation environment we have had to...
by GF Lasers | Aug 2, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
Introduction Laser cutting is a cutting-edge technology that has transformed the world of fabrication and design. Whether you’re an, established manufacturer, an aspiring maker, an artist, or an entrepreneur looking to explore the endless possibilities of laser...
by GF Lasers | Aug 2, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
One of the most common questions we’re asked at GF Laser is ” What is the smallest hole you can laser cut?”. Like many questions in engineering the answer is: It depends! The general rule of thumb in laser cutting used to be that the smallest hole...
by GF Lasers | Aug 1, 2023 | Laser Cutting Service
When cutting aluminum, there are several important factors to consider to ensure a successful and safe laser cutting process. The cutting method you choose will depend on the type of aluminum, the thickness of the material, and the tools available. Here are the key...
