Lumen LPC 4'x8' Configuration
Maximum Flexibility to Cut Large Sheets
Automate Production
The 4'x8' Laser Productivity Center
precisely cuts large parts up to 4'x8' or
automatically processes a full extended
bed layout of smaller parts.
With a minor (2 minute) configuration
change, the machine also offers all of
the throughput benefits of the LPC
"Shuttle" cutting mode with dual 4'x3'
cutting areas. In this continuous
production mode, the load/unload
operations take place at work stations at
the front and rear of the machine, while
the laser cuts continuously. Throughput
can be improved by as much as 100% in
this configuration.
The easy access load table is key to the flexibility of the 4'x8' LPC. After loading a
large sheet of raw stock onto the bed the first 4'x4' section rolls into the machine for
cutting. After the first 4'x4' section is cut the machine automatically indexes the pallet
to its second 4'x4' section. The machine automatically splits and precisely matches
the part in software.
The 4'x8' pallet is calibrated and aligned to match perfectly between the cutting
sections. Additionally, the machine automatically ramps power at the meeting point to
maintain constant energy delivery and a virtually blemish free meeting point. The 4'x8'
LPC is designed to provide the flexibility to cut very large parts when required while
giving up none of the throughput benefits of continuous cutting machine automation.
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