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03 July 2026Fiber vs. CO₂ — A Comparison of Laser Technologies
Fiber or CO₂ lasers —which technology is better suited for metal cutting? For decades, CO₂ lasers were the industry standard, but the development of fiber laser sources has meant that today, the vast majority of new investments in laser cutting...
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26 June 2026Cutting tubes, profiles, and structural sections on a single CNC machine
The production of components made from tubes, profiles, and structural sections is rarely uniform. A single facility may produce thin-walled hollow sections, round tubes, rectangular profiles, larger structural sections, and short assembly parts. This means that a machine for cutting...
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25 June 20263D cutting head in a laser cutter – 2D, 3D, and bevel cuts in a single machine
In the production of steel structures, frames, beams, and welded components, the condition of the workpiece as it exits the machine is becoming increasingly important—not just whether it has been cut, but whether it is ready for the next stage...
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24 June 2026Large-Format Sheet Metal Cutting — When Should You Choose a Large-Format Machine?
Large-format sheet metal cutting is not just about processing a single large sheet. Above all, a large-format machine offers greater flexibility in production planning: it allows you to cut large components in a single process, arrange multiple sheets side by...
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Laser cutting of sheet metal with protective film
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22 June 2026Laser Cutting of Steel Plates with Protective Film in the Boiler-Making Industry
Laser cutting of steel plates with protective film is a recurring technical problem in the sheet metal fabrication industry. The plates—often made of stainless steel or acid-resistant steel—arrive at the facility with factory-applied film that protects the surface from scratches....
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Safe fiber laser cutting machine with a fully enclosed cutting chamber
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21 June 2026Safe fiber laser in an enclosed housing — manufacturer, protective housing, and operator safety
In industrial production, a safe fiber laser is not only a matter of cutting efficiency, but above all, operator safety and the manufacturer’s responsibility for a complete solution. The work area is protected by a safety enclosure, certified glass panels,...
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We will select the right solution for your production
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20 June 2026We’ll find the right solution for your production — STIGAL technical consultation
Choosing a CNC machine for metal cutting shouldn’t start with the question “Which machine is the best?”, but rather “Which solution will be best for my production?”. At STIGAL, we help you choose the technology that best fits your facility’s...
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AirCut – Cost savings in laser cutting with compressed air
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20 June 2026AirCut Compressed Air Laser Cutting — Savings Instead of Nitrogen Costs
Compressed-air laser cutting —AirCut technology—is one of the simplest ways to reduce the cost per part in laser manufacturing. In many facilities, nitrogen—used as the assist gas—is one of the largest operating costs associated with fiber laser cutters. AirCut allows...
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Which laser power to choose?
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19 June 2026What should the power of the fiber laser be—3 kW, 6 kW, 12 kW, 20 kW, or 30 kW?
What is the best fiber laser power for cutting metal? This is one of the most important questions when choosing a CNC cutting machine. In practice, it’s not about “the highest possible power,” but about selecting a laser source that...
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Plasma or Laser? Which cutting solution to choose?
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17 June 2026Laser or Plasma — A Guide to Choosing Metal Cutting Technologies
Laser or plasma? This is one of the most common questions when choosing a CNC machine for metal cutting—but the answer isn’t simply which technology is “better.” Both fiber laser cutting machines and plasma cutting machines provide a stable, repeatable...
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