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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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