{"id":16645,"date":"2025-07-16T17:41:46","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T15:41:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/retero.ffpmarketing.ch\/laser-cutting-for-structural-applications-precise-resilient\/"},"modified":"2026-01-29T16:45:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T15:45:29","slug":"laser-cutting-for-structural-applications-precise-resilient","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/retero.ch\/en\/laser-cutting-for-structural-applications-precise-resilient\/","title":{"rendered":"Laser cutting for structural applications &#8211; precise &amp; resilient"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"16645\" class=\"elementor elementor-16645 elementor-13256\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-403f7c3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"403f7c3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-625a940 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"625a940\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Structural applications<\/strong> place the highest demands on components &#8211; not only in terms of <strong>dimensional stability<\/strong> and <strong>strength<\/strong>, but also in terms of <strong>material quality<\/strong>, <strong>process reliability<\/strong> and <strong>reproducibility<\/strong>. When it comes to <strong>precise laser parts<\/strong> for load-bearing or functional tasks, the margin for error is minimal. <\/p><p><strong>But how suitable is laser cutting really for these highly sensitive components?<\/strong> And what role do aspects such as <strong>heat-affected zone (HAZ)<\/strong>, <strong>material selection<\/strong> or <strong>technical tolerances<\/strong> play compared to processes such as EDM, punching or water jet?<\/p><p>This guide will give you an in-depth insight into the world of <strong>laser cutting for structural applications<\/strong>. You will learn which technologies and processes are convincing across the industry today, how <strong>modern manufacturing processes<\/strong> minimize risks such as distortion or surface changes and what is really important for <strong>prototypes, small series and series production<\/strong>. <\/p><p>At the end, you will know how to use laser cutting specifically where it is <strong>the better choice<\/strong> and what is important when selecting a &lt;strong reliable manufacturing partner&lt;=&#8221;&#8221; strong=&#8221;&#8221;&gt;. Ideal for developers, purchasers and designers who make decisions with a clear eye for function, quality and precision. &lt;\/strongverl\u00e4sslichen&gt;<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6a97b6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f6a97b6\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1bdbaf e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"f1bdbaf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;tabs_justify_horizontal&quot;:&quot;start&quot;,&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"253483951\" aria-label=\"Tabs. Open items with Enter or Space, close with Escape and navigate using the Arrow keys.\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-heading\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2534839511\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab-index=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2534839511\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\tThe most important facts in brief\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"e-n-tab-title-2534839512\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-2534839512\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\tContents\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-2534839511\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-2534839511\" 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312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Laser cutting enables high-precision structural parts with minimal distortion.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">HAZ, tolerances and surface quality can be controlled today.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Ideal for medical technology, mechanical engineering, semiconductors &amp; aviation.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span 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439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Modern technology replaces punching or EDM for complex geometries.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 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data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0b8389 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a0b8389\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What are structural applications in a technical context?<\/h2><h3>From the carrier plate to the micro mount: typical components with a structural function<\/h3><p>Structural applications describe components whose geometry and stability are not only <strong>formative<\/strong>, but also <strong>functional<\/strong>. Such components <g id=\"gid_2\">take on loads<\/g>, secure the <g id=\"gid_3\">mechanical connection of other parts<\/g> or ensure <g id=\"gid_4\">precise alignment<\/g> within a system. A classic example: micro mounts in optical devices, which not only stabilize but also define positions in the micrometre range.  <\/p><p>Typical structural parts include:<br> &#8211;<strong> reinforcing struts in miniature assemblies<\/strong>,<br> &#8211;<strong> frame plates for sensor systems<\/strong>,<br> &#8211;<strong> precision mechanical support structures in medical technology<\/strong>,<br> &#8211;<strong> stamped or laser parts for the construction of electronic assemblies<\/strong><\/p><p>The <strong>structural quality<\/strong> of microcomponents in particular directly determines the <strong>functionality of the end product<\/strong>. Even the smallest inaccuracies can trigger mechanical malfunctions or impair the service life. <\/p><figure id=\"attachment_14643\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14643\" style=\"width: 1536px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14643 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Makroaufnahme-eines-praezise-geschnittenen-Mikrobauteils-aus-Metall.png\" alt=\"Macro image of a precisely cut metal micro-component\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Makroaufnahme-eines-praezise-geschnittenen-Mikrobauteils-aus-Metall.png 1536w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Makroaufnahme-eines-praezise-geschnittenen-Mikrobauteils-aus-Metall-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Makroaufnahme-eines-praezise-geschnittenen-Mikrobauteils-aus-Metall-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Makroaufnahme-eines-praezise-geschnittenen-Mikrobauteils-aus-Metall-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14643\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Macro image of a precisely cut metal micro-component<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Mechanical requirements: Dimensional stability, strength and reproducible quality<\/h3><p>A structural laser part has to <strong>do more than just look good<\/strong>. It must deliver what it promises &#8211; literally. The focus is on three core requirements:  <\/p><p><strong>Dimensional stability<\/strong>: A component must not warp during and after processing. Thermal loads, such as those caused by laser cutting, must be controlled so that the final geometry remains within the tolerance window. <\/p><p><strong>Strength<\/strong>: For load-bearing functions in particular, the material must not only be cut precisely but also retain its <strong>internal structure<\/strong>. Structural changes due to heat input must be avoided. <\/p><p><strong>Reproducibility<\/strong>: Structural parts are often used in series production. <strong>Consistent quality<\/strong> across thousands of identical parts is a must &#8211; especially if they are used in safety-critical applications.<\/p><p>The ability to meet such requirements permanently and reliably is closely linked to the <strong>manufacturing process<\/strong> and <strong>choice of material<\/strong>.<\/p><h3>Fields of application: Medical technology, mechanical engineering, semiconductors &amp; aviation<\/h3><p>Today, structural applications can be found <strong>across all industries<\/strong> wherever <strong>precision, resilience and miniaturization<\/strong> come together.<\/p><p>In <strong>medical technology<\/strong>, for example, implant components or surgical mounts must have extremely precise cutting contours and sterile, smooth surfaces. In <strong>semiconductor technology<\/strong>, structuring carriers or guide elements are required that function under cleanroom conditions and have no particulate residues. <\/p><p><strong>Mechanical engineering<\/strong> requires precisely manufactured reinforcing elements, frames or connecting parts that can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems &#8211; often in small or medium series. In the <strong>aviation industry<\/strong>, on the other hand, the aim is to reduce weight while maintaining structural integrity, a typical application for laser-cut lightweight components made of titanium or aluminum. <\/p><p>All these fields have one thing in common: <strong>Components with a structure-supporting function must not only be manufactured precisely, but must also be reproducible with absolute process reliability<\/strong>. This is where the true value of precise laser cutting processes begins. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-839bcf7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"839bcf7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbe61a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bbe61a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Laser cutting in detail: process, technology and tolerances<\/h2><h3>Which laser cutting processes are suitable for structural parts?<\/h3><p>Not every laser process is equally suitable for <strong>structure-supporting applications<\/strong>. The choice between <strong>CO\u2082 lasers<\/strong> and <strong>fiber lasers<\/strong> depends heavily on the material, the desired cutting quality and the component geometry. <\/p><p><strong>CO\u2082 lasers<\/strong> work with a longer wavelength (10.6 \u00b5m) and are ideal for <strong>organic materials<\/strong>, <strong>plastics<\/strong> or <strong>ceramics<\/strong>. However, their cutting quality for metals is limited &#8211; especially for fine details. <\/p><p><strong>Fiber lasers<\/strong> offer shorter wavelengths (approx. 1 \u00b5m) and high energy efficiency. They are ideal for <strong>all types of metal<\/strong>, from titanium to stainless steel, and enable <strong>clean, precise cuts<\/strong> even with thin walls. <\/p><p>With <strong>2D laser cutting<\/strong>, flat contours made of sheet metal or foil material are processed. <strong>3D laser cutting<\/strong>, on the other hand, allows the processing of spatial bodies or already formed components &#8211; crucial for complex structural parts or subsequent processing steps.<\/p><p><strong>Pulse duration<\/strong>, <strong>light wavelength<\/strong> and <strong>laser power<\/strong> also influence the result. Ultra-short pulse or picosecond lasers offer advantages for <strong>heat-sensitive materials<\/strong> and applications where tolerance is possible. <\/p><figure id=\"attachment_14644\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14644\" style=\"width: 1536px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14644 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Vergleich-von-CO2-und-Faserlaser-im-strukturellen-Laserschneiden.png\" alt=\"Comparison of CO2 and fiber lasers in structural laser cutting\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Vergleich-von-CO2-und-Faserlaser-im-strukturellen-Laserschneiden.png 1536w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Vergleich-von-CO2-und-Faserlaser-im-strukturellen-Laserschneiden-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14644\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Comparison of CO2 and fiber lasers in structural laser cutting<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3>Typical tolerances and surface finishes in precision laser cutting<\/h3><p>Depending on the material, component thickness and requirements, <strong>tolerances of \u00b15 \u00b5m to \u00b120 \u00b5m<\/strong> are realistic in precision laser cutting. Such values are ideal for medical technology or electronics production, for example. <\/p><p>The <strong>cut quality<\/strong> is assessed according to <strong>ISO 9013<\/strong>, among other things. The <strong>edge roughness<\/strong> and the <strong>shape of the kerf<\/strong> play a role here. The classes <strong>Q1 to Q4<\/strong> provide information about the visual and functional quality &#8211; <strong>Q1<\/strong> stands for particularly smooth, high-quality edges.  <\/p><p>Other important parameters are the <strong>kerf width<\/strong> (typically 0.02-0.2 mm depending on the focus diameter) and the <strong>contour accuracy<\/strong> when converting complex geometries. <strong>Machine precision<\/strong> is particularly important for internal contours or very small radii. <\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14647\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gut-zu-wissen-Wie-genau-ist-Laserschneiden-wirklich-300x200.png\" alt=\"Good to know - How accurate is laser cutting really?\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gut-zu-wissen-Wie-genau-ist-Laserschneiden-wirklich-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gut-zu-wissen-Wie-genau-ist-Laserschneiden-wirklich-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gut-zu-wissen-Wie-genau-ist-Laserschneiden-wirklich-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gut-zu-wissen-Wie-genau-ist-Laserschneiden-wirklich.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p><h3>Which materials can be cut structurally clean?<\/h3><p><strong>Metallic materials<\/strong> such as <strong>titanium<\/strong>, <strong>stainless steel<\/strong>, <strong>aluminum<\/strong> and <strong>non-ferrous metals<\/strong> (e.g. copper, brass) are particularly suitable for structural applications. They can be cut with fiber lasers <strong>with precision, low burr and high edge quality<\/strong>. <\/p><p><strong>Sheet metal-based materials<\/strong> with thicknesses of 0.02 to 3.0 mm can also be processed without any problems &#8211; ideal for structure-supporting micro-components. <strong>CFRP components<\/strong> and certain <strong>high-performance ceramics<\/strong> can also be laser-cut, provided the wavelength of the laser matches the absorption in the material. <\/p><p><strong>Experience in handling difficult materials<\/strong> is important. A clean cut without fraying, thermal microcracks or delamination requires <strong>expertise in parameter settings, material behavior and process control<\/strong>. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43fd2c7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"43fd2c7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e8d7b4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8e8d7b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Precision despite heat: demystifying the topic of heat-affected zones (HAZ)<\/h2><h3>What are the real threats to structural integrity?<\/h3><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17639\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HAZ-im-Griff.jpg\" alt=\"HAZ im Griff \u2013 so klein wie n\u00f6tig\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HAZ-im-Griff.jpg 800w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HAZ-im-Griff-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HAZ-im-Griff-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HAZ-im-Griff-604x401.jpg 604w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p><p>Laser cutting works with a <strong>highly focused heat input<\/strong>. This is where <strong>the biggest misunderstanding<\/strong> arises: many people believe that the heat generated by the laser inevitably leads to <strong>deformation<\/strong> or <strong>structural damage<\/strong>. This assumption is not entirely unfounded, but only applies under certain conditions.<\/p><p>The so-called <strong>heat-affected zone (HAZ)<\/strong> describes the area in the material that is changed by the thermal load of the laser &#8211; but is not melted. <strong>Microstructures in the microstructure<\/strong> can change in this area, which can affect the <strong>strength<\/strong> or <strong>ductility<\/strong> of the material. Particularly with thin sheets or heat-sensitive alloys, there is a risk that these zones will <strong>expand unevenly<\/strong> or <strong>build up material stresses<\/strong> that lead to distortion.<\/p><p>What is often overlooked: The size and characteristics of the HAZ depend not only on the laser itself, but also on parameters such as <strong>cutting speed<\/strong>, <strong>gas supply<\/strong> and <strong>focal plane<\/strong>. If you make the right adjustments here, you can <strong>reduce<\/strong> the affected areas <strong>to a minimum<\/strong>, both technically and geometrically.<\/p><h3>Techniques to minimize distortion, hardening and material change<\/h3><p><strong>Precision<\/strong> is not achieved by technology alone, but by <strong>understanding the process<\/strong>. In order to minimize distortion or structural changes, targeted processes are used today that go far beyond the pure cutting process.<\/p><p>The most effective measures include<\/p><p><strong>Optimized cutting sequences<\/strong>: The <strong>heat distribution<\/strong> in the component can be controlled by a well thought-out sequence of cutting paths. Heat is dissipated in a controlled manner and <strong>stresses<\/strong> are avoided.<\/p><p><strong>Use of shielding gases<\/strong>: Gases such as nitrogen or argon prevent <strong>oxidation at the cutting edge<\/strong> and <strong>reduce thermal reactions in the material<\/strong>. The result is <strong>clean, smooth edges<\/strong> without hard transitions.<\/p><p><strong>Focused power dosing<\/strong>: Instead of working at maximum power, professional finishers rely on <strong>adapted pulse durations<\/strong> and <strong>energy densities<\/strong>. This keeps the cutting zone stable without putting unnecessary strain on the component.<\/p><p><strong>Controlled cooling<\/strong>: After cutting, defined cooling processes ensure that <strong>material stresses<\/strong> are not released in an uncontrolled manner.<\/p><p>Such measures require <strong>technical know-how<\/strong>, <strong>experience with materials<\/strong> and the <strong>right machine technology<\/strong>. Those who work blindly with standard parameters risk <strong>deformation<\/strong> or <strong>reworking<\/strong>.<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14645 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Techniken-zur-Minimierung-der-Waermeeinflusszone-beim-Laserschneiden.png\" alt=\"Techniques for minimizing the heat-affected zone during laser cutting\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Techniken-zur-Minimierung-der-Waermeeinflusszone-beim-Laserschneiden.png 1536w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Techniken-zur-Minimierung-der-Waermeeinflusszone-beim-Laserschneiden-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p><h3>When laser cutting is possible without post-processing and when it is not<\/h3><p>Not every part has to be further processed after cutting. Laser cutting can be <strong>the final processing stage<\/strong>, particularly for applications with <strong>a medium tolerance range<\/strong> or <strong>non-load-bearing functions<\/strong>. This applies, for example, to <strong>structural covers<\/strong>, <strong>retaining plates<\/strong> or <strong>frames with simple geometries<\/strong>.<\/p><p>However, as soon as <strong>tight tolerances<\/strong>, <strong>sensitive materials<\/strong> or <strong>mechanically stressed zones<\/strong> come into play, more is needed. It is not the cut alone that is decisive here, but the interaction between the <strong>laser process<\/strong>, <strong>post-processing<\/strong> and <strong>quality assurance<\/strong>.<\/p><p>Typical finishing processes are:<br \/>&#8211;<strong> deburring<\/strong> or <strong>microblasting<\/strong> for smooth cutting edges,<br \/>&#8211;<strong> fine machining<\/strong> for fits,<br \/>&#8211;<strong> surface treatments<\/strong> to optimize material properties<\/p><p>Whether post-processing is necessary ultimately depends on the <strong>application<\/strong> and the <strong>technical specification<\/strong>. An <strong>experienced manufacturing partner<\/strong> will recognize early on where the <strong>limits<\/strong> lie and where <strong>laser cutting alone is sufficient<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-97147a3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"97147a3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8aec569 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8aec569\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Objections from the field &#8211; justified or outdated?<\/h2><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>&#8220;Laser is not precise enough for structural applications&#8221;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3><p>The most common reservation about laser cutting is its <strong>supposed lack of precision<\/strong>. In industrial practice, this technology is often compared to <strong>electro-erosive cutting (EDM)<\/strong>, <strong>waterjet<\/strong> cutting or <strong>traditional punching<\/strong> &#8211; processes that offer high precision in certain contexts. However, laser cutting has developed further in recent years.  <\/p><p>Today, modern <strong>solid-state lasers<\/strong> with <strong>adapted pulse control<\/strong> and <strong>4-axis technology<\/strong> achieve <strong>tolerances in the range of a few micrometers<\/strong>. This means that <strong>structure-bearing micro parts<\/strong> can also be reliably manufactured, even from challenging materials such as titanium or ceramic. <\/p><p>Although EDM is unbeatable in terms of depth and edge parallelism, laser cutting offers advantages in terms of <strong>flexibility<\/strong>, <strong>speed<\/strong> and <strong>material variety<\/strong>. Laser technology scores particularly well for complex geometries or intricate contours with changing cutting paths thanks to its <strong>contactless, wear-free processing<\/strong>. <\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>&#8220;Laser produces poor surfaces and hard cutting edges&#8221;<\/em><\/strong><\/h3><p>Another preconception is that laser cutting leads to <strong>rough surfaces<\/strong> and <strong>hardened edge areas<\/strong>. This assumption stems from earlier times when laser systems were less precisely controllable and material build-ups still reacted in an uncontrolled manner. <\/p><p>Today, <strong>adapted cutting parameters<\/strong> and the targeted use of <strong>shielding gases<\/strong> enable an <strong>oxide-free cutting edge with minimal burrs<\/strong>. In addition, even sensitive geometries can be reworked using <strong>micro-blasting processes<\/strong> or <strong>fine deburring<\/strong> &#8211; often automatically and with reproducible results. <\/p><p>In many cases, the quality of the laser-cut edge is now sufficient to <strong>completely dispense with mechanical finishing<\/strong>. And where this is necessary, <strong>hybrid processes<\/strong> such as laser plus milling allowance or laser plus grinding can be used to achieve <strong>precise finishes<\/strong>. <\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>&#8220;Danger due to toxic vapors and material changes&#8221;<\/strong><\/em><\/h3><p>Another objection concerns the <strong>emission of smoke, gases and vapors<\/strong> during laser cutting &#8211; especially with plastics or composite materials. These concerns are not unfounded, but can be fully controlled by <strong>technical extraction and filter systems<\/strong>. <\/p><p>Modern production systems have <strong>closed work cells<\/strong> with <strong>integrated process monitoring<\/strong>. In combination with <strong>suitable shielding gases<\/strong> &#8211; such as nitrogen or argon &#8211; the <strong>reaction at the cutting zone<\/strong> is <strong>controlled in a targeted manner<\/strong>, which simultaneously <strong>minimizes material changes<\/strong> and <strong>improves surface quality<\/strong>. <\/p><p>In addition, many manufacturers work with <strong>traceable protocols<\/strong> and <strong>sensor technology for real-time monitoring<\/strong> of process conditions. This is a decisive factor, particularly in medical technology or the electronics sector, in order to <strong>precisely verify the material properties after cutting<\/strong>. <\/p><h3>Plain text: What laser cutting can and cannot do<\/h3><p>Laser cutting is not a miracle cure, but it is an <strong>extremely powerful technology<\/strong> when used correctly. Its greatest strength lies in the <strong>combination of speed, flexibility and precision<\/strong>. Structural parts with complex geometries or tight tolerances can be <strong>produced without contact and with minimal heat input<\/strong>.  <\/p><p>At the same time, there are applications where other processes are the better choice: for example, for very deep cuts, particularly hard materials or reflective surfaces. <strong>Material knowledge and process control<\/strong> are also required for cutting edges that need to be perfect without any post-processing. <\/p><p>The boundary is not between &#8220;good&#8221; and &#8220;bad&#8221;, but between <strong>suitable<\/strong> and <strong>unsuitable for the respective application<\/strong>. And it is precisely this assessment that is crucial for a good result. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7fbcf2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b7fbcf2\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9f99d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d9f99d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Industry examples: Where laser cutting is already structurally convincing today<\/h2><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14646 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Branchenbeispiele-fuer-strukturelle-Anwendungen-von-Laserschneidtechnologie.png\" alt=\"Industry examples for structural applications of laser cutting technology\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Branchenbeispiele-fuer-strukturelle-Anwendungen-von-Laserschneidtechnologie.png 1536w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Branchenbeispiele-fuer-strukturelle-Anwendungen-von-Laserschneidtechnologie-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Branchenbeispiele-fuer-strukturelle-Anwendungen-von-Laserschneidtechnologie-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Branchenbeispiele-fuer-strukturelle-Anwendungen-von-Laserschneidtechnologie-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p><h3>Medical technology: filigree reinforcements and support structures<\/h3><p>In <strong>medical technology<\/strong>, precision is not optional, but a prerequisite. Components such as <strong>implant carriers<\/strong>, <strong>positioning aids<\/strong> or <strong>the finest fixation elements<\/strong> must function under sterile conditions and be mechanically highly resilient. At the same time, the geometry is often <strong>microscopically small<\/strong>, which pushes conventional processes to their limits.  <\/p><p>Laser cutting enables <strong>smooth cutting edges<\/strong>, <strong>tight radii<\/strong> and <strong>maximum repeat accuracy<\/strong>. Materials such as <strong>titanium<\/strong>, <strong>stainless steel<\/strong> or <strong>biocompatible alloys<\/strong> in particular can be processed precisely and without mechanical contact &#8211; a major advantage in terms of hygiene, quality and validation. <\/p><h3>Mechanical engineering: resilient cutting geometries with tight radii<\/h3><p>In <strong>mechanical engineering<\/strong>, what counts is structural load-bearing capacity combined with a high degree of freedom of form. Components such as <strong>stiffening plates<\/strong>, <strong>brackets<\/strong> or <strong>housing-integrated reinforcements<\/strong> often have to absorb <strong>dynamic forces<\/strong> in a confined space. <\/p><p>Laser-cut parts offer precisely this combination: <strong>complex geometries<\/strong>, <strong>precise tolerances<\/strong> and <strong>distortion-free production<\/strong>. Tight inner radii or slim webs are almost impossible to produce using conventional tooling processes. Thanks to the <strong>non-contact laser process<\/strong>, the material remains stress-free and fits precisely.  <\/p><p>Another plus point: <strong>rapid changeability<\/strong> for prototypes or variants &#8211; ideal for series with frequently changing requirements.<\/p><h3>Aerospace: lightweight components with minimal distortion<\/h3><p>In <strong>aviation<\/strong>, components are often thin-walled, lightweight and at the same time highly resilient. Laser cutting is preferably used here for <strong>load-bearing reinforcements<\/strong>, <strong>bulkhead plates<\/strong> or <strong>ready-to-install structural parts<\/strong>. Materials such as <strong>aluminum<\/strong> or <strong>high-strength titanium alloys<\/strong> can be laser-cut without exceeding the critical <strong>thermal deformation<\/strong>.  <\/p><p>The <strong>minimal heat input<\/strong> reduces the risk of warping, while the high cutting quality often makes reworking superfluous. Projects also benefit from the <strong>reproducible accuracy<\/strong> &#8211; even for components with functional carriers or mounting brackets. <\/p><h3>Piezo technology and semiconductors: the limits of micromachining<\/h3><p>When structures are only <strong>a few hundredths of a millimeter<\/strong> thick, the domain of <strong>micromachining<\/strong> begins. In <strong>piezo technology<\/strong> and <strong>the semiconductor industry<\/strong>, <strong>precise edges<\/strong>, <strong>defined insulation distances<\/strong> and <strong>material-friendly machining<\/strong> are what count. <\/p><p>Here, laser cutting impresses with its ability to produce <strong>the tightest contours<\/strong> at <strong>high cutting speeds<\/strong> &#8211; even with sensitive substrates such as <strong>ceramic<\/strong>, <strong>sapphire<\/strong> or <strong>glass substrates<\/strong>. The process stability enables <strong>consistently high quality<\/strong>, which is essential in series production. <\/p><p><strong>Processes<\/strong> can also be <strong>validated<\/strong>, which is a clear competitive advantage, especially in a regulated environment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74c0057 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"74c0057\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8eb3210 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8eb3210\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Laser cutting of prototypes and series: What customers can expect<\/h2><h3>One-off production to small series: advantages of laser technology<\/h3><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14648\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laserschneiden-erlaubt-schnelle-Designwechsel-ohne-teure-Formanpassung-300x300.png\" alt=\"Laser cutting allows quick design changes without expensive shape adjustments\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laserschneiden-erlaubt-schnelle-Designwechsel-ohne-teure-Formanpassung-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laserschneiden-erlaubt-schnelle-Designwechsel-ohne-teure-Formanpassung-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laserschneiden-erlaubt-schnelle-Designwechsel-ohne-teure-Formanpassung-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Laserschneiden-erlaubt-schnelle-Designwechsel-ohne-teure-Formanpassung.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p><p>Laser technology is ideal for <strong>flexible production quantities<\/strong> &#8211; from <strong>individual sample plates<\/strong> to <strong>precisely repeatable small batches<\/strong>. <strong>Contactless cutting<\/strong> eliminates set-up times for tools or molds, which brings decisive advantages, especially for <strong>applications with many variants<\/strong>. <\/p><p>For customers, this means: <strong>rapid implementation of prototypes<\/strong>, <strong>lower development costs<\/strong> and <strong>real testability before the start of series production<\/strong>. Design changes can be implemented without high additional costs &#8211; a significant advantage in agile development environments. <\/p><p>At the same time, <strong>high-quality series parts<\/strong> can be produced on the same system. <strong>CNC-controlled cutting paths<\/strong> and <strong>process-stable parameters<\/strong> guarantee <strong>high repeat accuracy<\/strong> &#8211; a must in safety-critical applications. <\/p><h3>Requirements for data formats, tolerance specifications and drawings<\/h3><p>Anyone ordering laser-cut components should ensure that <strong>the data is prepared correctly<\/strong>. <strong>2D vector data<\/strong> in DXF or STEP format is common. It is important that the drawing contains <strong>clear tolerance specifications<\/strong> and, if necessary, <strong>position references<\/strong>.  <\/p><p>Depending on the application, additional information may also be useful: <strong>material thickness<\/strong>, <strong>processing side<\/strong>, <strong>edge specifications<\/strong> or <strong>surface requirements<\/strong>. This data helps to tailor the cutting process precisely to the component and avoid <strong>unnecessary queries<\/strong>. <\/p><p>A good manufacturing partner also offers <strong>technical advice on feasibility<\/strong> and provides support with <strong>data-compliant implementation<\/strong>. This ensures that, <strong>in the end, exactly what was intended in terms of design is produced<\/strong>. <\/p><h3>What makes the difference: machines, quality assurance and experience<\/h3><p>Not every laser cutting system delivers the same quality. The <g id=\"gid_0\">technical capabilities of the machines<\/g>, such as <g id=\"gid_1\">multiple axes<\/g>, <g id=\"gid_2\">adapted laser power<\/g> and <g id=\"gid_3\">precise control units<\/g>, are decisive. This is where the wheat is separated from the chaff, especially for structural applications with tight tolerances.  <\/p><p><strong>Integrated quality assurance<\/strong> is just as important. High-quality manufacturers rely on <strong>in-process testing<\/strong>, <strong>digital measurement<\/strong> and <strong>documented traceability<\/strong>. For customers in medical technology or aviation, this is not just an advantage, but a basic requirement.  <\/p><p>And finally, what counts: <strong>Experience with complex requirements<\/strong>. Only those who have already manufactured similar components know what is important and recognize early on where there is <strong>potential for optimisation<\/strong> or <strong>risks during implementation<\/strong>. <\/p><p>The combination of <strong>modern technology<\/strong>, <strong>active quality assurance<\/strong> and <strong>practical know-how<\/strong> is ultimately what makes a good supplier a genuine development partner.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0328a31 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0328a31\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-879ef86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"879ef86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Structural parts with precision: when technology meets expertise<\/h2><p>Anyone who has structural components laser-cut expects more than just clean cutting lines. An <strong>understanding of the function, material and subsequent conditions of use<\/strong> is crucial. This is the only way to create components that are <strong>permanently stable<\/strong>, <strong>dimensionally accurate<\/strong> and <strong>can be reliably integrated<\/strong>.  <\/p><p>This is precisely where it becomes clear whether a manufacturer is really thinking ahead or just reeling off standard processes. When <strong>tight tolerances<\/strong>, <strong>demanding materials<\/strong> or <strong>functional geometries<\/strong> come together, <strong>experience, specific know-how and suitable technical equipment<\/strong> are required. <\/p><p>The combination of <strong>high-end technology<\/strong> and <strong>practical engineering expertise<\/strong> is rare, but it determines the quality of the result. This is because precise structures are not created by chance, but through <strong>mastered processes<\/strong>, <strong>controlled production parameters<\/strong> and a <strong>genuine understanding of the application<\/strong>. <\/p><p>So if you are looking for a partner who can not only cut, but also understand where it matters, you are in good hands with a specialist like <strong>Retero GmbH.<\/strong> <\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13855 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/0R0A0643-scaled-komp.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/0R0A0643-scaled-komp.jpg 500w, https:\/\/retero.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/0R0A0643-scaled-komp-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fc1463 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0fc1463\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7789385 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7789385\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Retero GmbH: Swiss precision for your structural applications<\/h2><p>When it comes to <strong>structure-supporting laser parts<\/strong>, every nuance counts. <strong>Retero GmbH<\/strong> from Switzerland combines <strong>technological sophistication<\/strong> with <strong>practice-oriented manufacturing excellence<\/strong>. As a specialized provider of <strong>micromachining<\/strong>, Retero has focused on <strong>high-precision laser cutting<\/strong> of <strong>functional and resilient components<\/strong> &#8211; especially where conventional processes reach their limits.  <\/p><p>With a machine park that includes <strong>4-axis laser cutting<\/strong>, <strong>fine wire and die-sinking EDM<\/strong> as well as <strong>precise micro-machining, <\/strong>medical technology, <strong>sensor technology<\/strong>, <strong>semiconductor technology<\/strong>, <strong>aviation<\/strong> and many other industries. <strong>Production according to drawings<\/strong> is carried out under <strong>ISO 9001<\/strong> and <strong>ISO 13485<\/strong> &#8211; perfectly suited for <strong>regulated markets<\/strong> with high documentation requirements. <\/p><p>Whether prototype, small series or high-precision series part: Retero focuses on <strong>customer-specific solutions<\/strong>, <strong>tight tolerances<\/strong> and <strong>short response times<\/strong>. Every order is accompanied by <strong>reliable processes<\/strong>, <strong>technical advice<\/strong> and <strong>clear communication<\/strong>. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57576d3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"57576d3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-718406b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"718406b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4a265c elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c4a265c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Are you looking for structure-supporting laser parts with proven precision?\n<br><br>We cut complex geometries with a tolerance of \u00b10.01 mm - reliably, documented and ready for series production.<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d10bd3 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-rts-btn\" data-id=\"2d10bd3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"rts-btn.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t<div class=\"rts-btn-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"rts-btn primary_btn\" href=\"\/kontakt\/\" >\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_text\">Have feasibility checked now<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"rt rt-arrow-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>    \r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b42a655 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b42a655\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Conclusion: Precision requires trust and technology with a sense of proportion<\/h2><p><strong>Laser cutting has proven itself for many structural applications<\/strong>. If you need <strong>clean edges<\/strong>, <strong>minimal distortion<\/strong> and <strong>exact repeat accuracy<\/strong>, laser technology is a reliable solution. Especially when <strong>geometries<\/strong> are <strong>complex<\/strong> and <strong>tolerances<\/strong> are <strong>tight<\/strong>.  <\/p><p>With the <strong>right parameters<\/strong>, <strong>stable processes<\/strong> and a <strong>competent partner<\/strong>, a thermal separation process becomes a <strong>high-precision key technology<\/strong>. The combination of <strong>flexibility<\/strong> and <strong>technological mastery<\/strong> makes the difference and determines the end result. <\/p><p><strong>For demanding sectors<\/strong> such as <strong>medical technology<\/strong>, <strong>piezo technology<\/strong> or <strong>aviation<\/strong>, it is worth taking a second look &#8211; and working with a <strong>manufacturer who not only cuts, but also understands<\/strong> what really matters.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e9be41 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e9be41\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7d2d1d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d7d2d1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Frequently asked questions (FAQs)  <\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8250374 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8250374\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1360\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1360\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What are structural applications in laser cutting? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1360\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd123da e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dd123da\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1360\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8f12be e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a8f12be\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a30c09 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3a30c09\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Structural applications are components that take on load-bearing or stabilizing functions. Laser cutting is about producing these parts precisely and with a stable shape &#8211; often for medical, mechanical or electronic systems. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1361\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1361\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How precise is laser cutting for technical structural parts? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1361\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5d3156 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d5d3156\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1361\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d01fe1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7d01fe1\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a0f1fe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a0f1fe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Modern laser systems achieve tolerances of just a few micrometers. This makes laser cutting ideal for fine, resilient components with tight fits and intricate geometries. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1362\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1362\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which materials are suitable for structure-supporting laser parts? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1362\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0aecdf3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0aecdf3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1362\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d90afdd e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d90afdd\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b41a56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9b41a56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Suitable materials include titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, ceramic, hard metal and engineering plastics. The decisive factors are thermal compatibility and material thickness. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1363\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1363\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can laser cutting cause deformations or HAZ? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1363\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5985baa e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5985baa\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1363\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c3117a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5c3117a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-771e96e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"771e96e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, but with optimized parameters, shielding gas and temperature control, the heat-affected zone (HAZ) can be minimized. This maintains dimensional stability. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1364\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1364\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is laser cutting better than punching or EDM for structural parts? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1364\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a17304 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9a17304\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1364\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a43ab92 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a43ab92\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e9444e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e9444e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Laser cutting offers advantages for complex geometries, variable quantities and fine contours. EDM is more precise for deep cuts, while punching is more economical for large quantities. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1365\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1365\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Does laser cutting require post-processing? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1365\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-348ae4a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"348ae4a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1365\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-051f7d1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"051f7d1\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec5c31b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ec5c31b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Not always. Many parts do not require reworking. For highly sensitive applications, additional steps such as deburring, microblasting or grinding are useful.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1366\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1366\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which industries use laser cutting for structural parts? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1366\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-97077ee e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"97077ee\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1366\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-583a041 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"583a041\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27204bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"27204bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Typical industries include medical technology, mechanical engineering, aviation, semiconductor technology, sensor technology and piezo technology. Wherever miniaturization and resilience are required. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1367\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"8\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1367\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What do I have to supply to have laser parts manufactured? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1367\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f04df0e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f04df0e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1367\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ca37b37 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ca37b37\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ee4752 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4ee4752\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>2D data (e.g. DXF, STEP), material specifications, tolerances and, if necessary, information on the surface or function are required. 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