Laser vs conventional in pro operations
I was wondering if it's gotten to the point where most parts are cut
with a Laser or some other (plasma? water?) state of the art
technology vs conventional CNC shearing/punching etc.
My only parts are usually aluminum chassis for electronics equipment.
I know that there are different ways of approaching a part, like do
the punching first, then shear, notch and bend (or whatever).
But how would most big fabricators today approach an electronics
chassis?
Say a typical, simple aluminum one with small holes and 90 degree
bends etc -- nothing fancy.
Would the part be completely laser cut and then sent to the bending
machine? done deal?
THANKS for any answers.
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