Leverage Our Laser Welding Services for Speed, Precision, and Quality
At CAMM Metals, we are constantly seeking ways to improve our efficiency, product quality, and overall service to our customers. Our recent investment in cutting-edge laser welding technology marks a significant step forward, enabling us to offer unmatched speed and precision in our welding services.
Here’s a closer look at how laser welding is shaking things up for us and adding value to our teams and customers alike.
Our Investment in Laser Welding
The CAMM Metals team added a laser welder to our shop floor back in August. Eager to begin utilizing this game-changing piece of technology, our team partnered with a trainer from IPG Photonics. Over the course of just a few hours, our team learned how to:
Handle diverse materials and thicknesses with ease
Distinguish high-quality welds for optimal results, as laser welds differ in appearance from MIG and TIG welds
Fine-tune settings to accommodate material variations
Our training process was seamless, as the technology is remarkably easy to use. Unlike traditional welding methods, this capability is far simpler to learn. Plus, unlike MIG and TIG welding, even those with little to no welding expertise can pick up laser welding. One of our machinists - with no prior welding experience - mastered the basics in just a few hours.
The Benefits of Laser Welding at CAMM Metals
Faster Welding Times
The speed of laser welding has impressed us most of all. One part that used to take over an hour to weld now takes just 45 seconds! Even more complex jobs that once dragged on for 90 minutes are now completed in about 10 minutes.
Faster welding times let us complete your projects more efficiently while maintaining our commitment to on-time delivery.
Reduced Delays for Cooling
Heat management is a well-known challenge in traditional welding processes like MIG and TIG. These methods require frequent stops to allow parts to cool, leading to a stop-and-go workflow. Welders often have to switch between multiple sections of a part or even different projects to make the most of cooling periods. While effective, this approach adds unnecessary complexity and inefficiencies to the process.
Laser welding eliminates these delays entirely. By keeping the heat localized, there’s no risk of warping, and our team can work continuously without interruptions. For you, this means faster production times, a smoother workflow, and parts that are ready sooner—without compromising quality.
Unparalleled Precision
All the parts we make—whether they go through metal forming or laser cutting services —have to fit together perfectly. That’s where our laser welder comes into play.
Laser welding creates exceptionally tight weld seams, ensuring parts align seamlessly during assembly. It achieves full penetration welds, even in thick materials like quarter-inch steel, delivering superior strength and precision. This means faster assembly, reduced complications, and parts that integrate effortlessly into your final product.
Consistent Quality
With laser welding, we’re not just getting faster welds—we’re getting better ones. Welds are clean, precise, and hold up to the highest standards. For our customers, that means decreased opportunity for risk and a part that’s ready to go as soon as they receive it.
The Big Picture: Why This Capability Matters to Our Team
For the CAMM Metals team, investing in a laser welder represents a leap forward, keeping us competitive in our ever-evolving industry and prepared for the future. This cutting-edge technology provides us with the tools we need to remain competitive while continuing to deliver the quality and reliability our customers count on.
It’s been exciting to see how much value one piece of equipment can offer to our team and customers. Whether it’s a faster turnaround time, higher precision, or simply knowing the job will be done right, laser welding has leveled up a service we handle every day.
Interested in seeing how this advanced capability can make an impact on your next project? Contact CAMM Metals to learn more!