FOXLASER

Regardless of the quantity, whether single pieces or small or large series, laser cutting is the preferred method for manufacturing sheet metal parts. It offers exceptional accuracy, great cut quality and very high productivity. The laser cutting offered by FoxLaser is an extremely efficient technology subject to which are all structural and stainless steels, non-ferrous and precious metals, acrylics and their derivatives. The two main types of laser cutting systems are solid-state (LPSS / DPSS / Fiber) and gas laser (CO2). At FoxLaser we have both, which allows us to process all ferrous and non-ferrous metals and a wide range of non-metals. We work with client assignments with vector "CAD" or graphic files: SolidWorks, Autocad, AdobeIllustrator, CorelDraw and others. NC CAM programs for laser cutting are prepared with the products SigmaNEST, MAZAK Smart System and Metalix CNCKad.

Sheet metal bending The two key words when it comes to sheet metal bending are accuracy and quality. FoxLaser guarantees both, thanks to the latest generation of digital, hydraulic press brakes from the Japanese company AMADA. The 7-axis control allows for a very fast process in the production of test parts and prototypes of bent sheet metal, as well as perfect repeatability of the bends in long series. FoxLaser owns nine press brakes for bending, three of which of a brand-new generation, with the option of external programming. Combined with AMADA's specialized BendCam software, they speed up and improve the prototyping process immensely. We are proud owners of a large-sized press brake machine, which allows bending of sheet metal parts up to 4000 mm and also one with a capacity of 320 t by 3000 mm. Additionally, we have manual sheet metal bending machines, press brakes and three-shaft rounds (for cylindrical and conical molding).

The three-dimensional laser cutting of tubes and profiles in FoxLaser is performed with Adige LT8 3D laser complex of BLM Group - the first automated 3D laser machine for cutting such materials in Bulgaria. 3D laser cutting of tubes and profiles is a modern technological solution for a fast and high-quality production of various products from steel, aluminum and other metals. It is widely used in the furniture and transport industries, in the automotive industry, in the construction of mechanical conveyors, storage equipment and railings for construction. The automated laser tube cutting machine replaces a large number of traditional processing methods, and also allows for the creation of completely new models and assemblies, otherwise impossible to create with existing machines.

The punching is a preferred technology in cutting-out of galvanized metal sheets. In FoxLaser we have 4 pc. punching machines that enable us to process without repositioning sheet material with dimensions 3000/1500/3mm. The main advantage compared to laser technology is the possibility of cutting and forming of the sheet material. The combination usage of punching and laser cutting allows us to make numerous identical holes (grid) or just forming in a laser cut parts. The biggest advantage in FoxLaser punching are a tripple tooling we have that allows us to produce same time same part in all machines. For achieving maximum performance we work with wide range of functionalities by the well proved softwares SigmaNEST and Metalix CNCKad, in combination with the customized software of the company AMADA.

FoxLaser is one of the few companies that offer different types of installation of specialized fasteners for sheet material. Press mounting of fasteners We can save a lot of time and unnecessary operations by installing fasteners in boxes and electronic products. Unlike standard studs, rivets and rivet nuts, during press mounting the material is pressed along the fastener. The reason for this is that the fasteners are high-strength and do not change their geometry during installation. Some of their excellent applications include the mounting of electronic boards and other electronic components, as well as assembling metal products. In many cases they are also used as clean spacers. Welding of fasteners With FoxLaser you have the opportunity to take advantage of electric arc SRM welding in a gas environment of fasteners up to M16.

FoxLaser offers all types of welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals: 7-axis robot cell for MIG/MAG welding. Positioner up to 5 tons. MIG/MAG – electric arc welding in a protective gas environment with a melting electrode. TIG – electric arc welding in a protective gas environment with a non-melting electrode and with automatic supply of additional material. TIG MICRO-WELDING with PUK-U3. MAW – manual metal (electric) arc welding. SPOT electric resistance welding. We have 3D welding tables for assembling complex sheet and tubular structures. Their dimensions are 3000/1500/200 mm and 2400/1200/200 mm. The use of special attachments and fixtures or the assembly of several tables together makes it possible to increase the size of the assembled structures.

The mechanical processing of the already cut parts – withering of edges after cutting, smoothing of welded seams and joints, polishing, grinding, are the necessary final steps in the processing of parts made of sheet materials. This type of treatment is recommended not only for visual and aesthetic purposes, but also to improve the quality of subsequent coatings. We have special, automatic and manual machines for mechanical processing, which meet the requirements of ISO 13715 for withering of all cutting edges. For small products we use trowalizing machines. The types of mechanical processing of metals allow different subsequent effects: polishing – mirror effect, satin finish (creasing) – brushed effect, matting – matte effect. In addition to the decorative purposes, we mechanically process many of the parts we produce after welding, in preparation for the application of subsequent coatings.

One of the main finishing processes in the manufacturing of products from sheet and profile material is the electrostatic polymer powder coating. The powder coating offered by FoxLaser provides opportunities for painting within the colors of the entire range of RAL and NCS, with their additional effects: gloss, matte, large and fine structure, metallic and others. FoxLaser owns two automated production lines for applying polymer powder coatings. Both of them utilize a five-stage chemical preparation of the parts that guarantees anti-corrosion of at least 504 hours of salt test – and that is without applying zinc primer. We also have the ability to cover the anti-corrosion class C5 (1500 hours of salt test) – one of the highest in the world. We are proud that we can paint large parts with dimensions up to 4000x1700x800 mm.

The design team at FoxLaser uses the latest versions of SolidWorks, SigmaNEST, Amada Blank, BendCam, ARTube and CNCKad Metalix. You can rely on their expertise for your technological solutions, as well as for programming the most appropriate arrangement of the parts during the manufacturing process with our machines – from laser cutting through fasteners and welding to powder coating. We will make sure to check the functionality of the part you ordered to ensure that the product will work exactly as you expect. The continuous training of the team and the implementation of new supporting software packages for 3D CAD engineering and design allow us to provide you with modern service and excellent results.