Laser Process Fabrication Limited

Second Made in the Midlands award for Laser Process

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 30/05/2012

At the Made in the Midlands award ceremony, held last week at the Banks' Stadium in Walsall, Laser Process picked up its second Manufacturing Achievement award in as many years.

The award recognizes the investment and achievements made by the company over the last year. Around one million pounds of investment was committed to the purchase of two laser cutting systems from Trumpf UK. Trumpf are widely regarded as one of the worlds best laser cutting system manufacturers and the two machines installed are state of the art.

The company has also introduced an online quoting system called LaserQuote24/7. This enables registered companies to obtain immediate laser cutting quotations at any time of the day or night. Laser Process are only the second laser cutting organisation in the UK to offer this service.

Recently Laser Process has also received accreditation to ISO 14001 for Environmental Management. This accreditation, through NQA recognises the commitment by Laser Process to reducing waste and the effect of its operations on the environment.

Major investment by Laser Process

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 07/07/2015

Major investment by Laser Process

Laser Process Ltd, the Cannock based laser cutting subcontractor, has announced major investment plans.

The company has placed an order for a new Fiber laser cutting system valued at almost £800,000. The machine, to be supplied by Trumpf, will be the twelfth laser cutting system supplied to them by the German based manufacturer since their first purchase twenty-one years ago. they also utilise Trumpf pressbrakes and a Trumpf marking system.

Also, this month, the company has introduced new software across the business which will, ultimately, improve production and provide benefits for their customers. The software, SigmaNest/MRP will control all aspects of the business from estimating through to invoicing.

Managing Director, Dave Lindsey says "the effects of the crash in 2008 meant that we haven't been able to maintain the levels of investment that we had before but we are, hopefully, back on track and are looking forward to a period of sustained growth. We have always been committed to providing the best possible service to our customers and these latest investments will ensure that we continue to do that."

Laser Process Ltd Sponsor UWR

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 30/07/2018

Laser Process Ltd is proud to be a sponsor of the University of Wolverhsampton Racing Team to help support those looking for a career in engineering and to assist Laser cutting needs.

We recently cut some student designed modified wishbone ends and look forward to working with them further over the coming months.

Laser firm still at the cutting edge

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 12/11/2014

A Cannock laser cutting firm is celebrating its 25th year in business by looking for fresh opportunities in the infrastructure sector - particularly in the rail industry.

Laser Process was launched in the year Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, the US and UK invaded Iraq, Nelson Mandela was released from prison and the UK was witnessing poll tax riots.

Managing director Dave Lindsey said: Ever since day one we have been a leading company in the industry and have grown to be one of the biggest.

In 1995 we were a founding member of the Association of Industrial Laser Users (AILU) and in 1999 we became accredited to BS 9001 for quality management.

Based on the Upper Keys Business Park, the company has continued to invest in the latest equipment, he said.

Compared to the machines available when we started, those of today are bigger, more powerful and faster and the cut quality is better.

Over the years we have added processes to compliment laser cutting. Many years ago we introduced pressbrakes in order that we could supply our customers with plates that were bent after cutting, saving them from having to find a second supplier to complete their requirements. Since that time we have introduced a vertical machining centre to offer drilling and milling operations. We now also offer welding and assembly services.

Looking ahead, Mr Lindsey said: We will continue to place ourselves in a position to take advantage of any opportunities that may occur.

We seem to be in a situation where there is a significant improvement in manufacturing since the crash of 2008. and there is a promise of substantial investment in infrastructure, particularly in rail and we are there to take advantage of it.

Laser process joins the ventilator challenge

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 14/04/2020

Laser Process has been working hard to help answer the government’s call for additional ventilators in response to the COVID-19 crisis the contribution is a joint effort from across the manufacturing sector of the UK industry. Joining as part of the team of component manufacturers for ventilators, which are based upon on existing technologies.

Laser Process staff worked extended shifts over the Easter Bank Holiday producing parts that are urgently required to fulfil the expected gap in respirator numbers Experts believe the NHS will need at least 30,000 of the devices when the outbreak is at its height.

Laser Process is also involved in further projects including emergency racking destined for Temporary Hospitals & other Temporary facilities set up across the UK & again staff were in & working during the Bank Holiday in a rush to get parts to other manufacturers & on to the NHS as soon as we can.

LP Managing Director Jonathan Horne said

“Firstly I’d like to thank my staff for all their efforts during a very difficult period & further to say we are proud to support & we will continue as long as we are required to with positive contributions tackling the COVID 19 pandemic in support of the National Health Service, alongside other UK Manufacturing businesses.”

Laser Process receives Manufacturing Achievement Award for 'Diversification and Investment in Business'

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 24/10/2012

This year has seen Laser Process, specialists in subcontract laser cutting and secondary operations, has invested in a 3000 sq ft unit opposite their base on Keys Park, Cannock. The significant investment and the new unit’s housing of an assembly operation, which is intended to enable the firm to run a smooth operation has resulted in the firm receiving a manufacturing achievement award, sponsored by MPM Insurance, for ‘Diversification and Investment in Business’ at the Made in the Midland’s awards. Ian Shepherd, Director MPM Insurance said: “We were greatly impressed by the company’s continued dedication and confidence to invest despite the current economic situation and can see that the company are evidently reaping the rewards.” The unit houses a new but rapidly growing part of the business which is set to expand in the future. Laser Process’ investment of £50,000 in a new Dugard ECO1000 vertical machining centre has enabled the company to perform a range of secondary machining operations on parts they have laser cut. To keep up with the growing demand, the company has also taken on extra staff to operate the new machine and for the assembly operations.

A SMALL BUT SIGNIFICANT STEP

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 21/12/2016

In the greater scheme of things it is a small, but significant, step in the journey to Industry 4.0 that Laser Process has undertaken. Having trialled LaserQuote24/7 for some time it has now been rolled out to all of our customers.

LaserQuote24/7 is an online quoting system that enables customers to obtain instant laser-cutting quotations at any time of the day or night, 365 days a year. Quotations can be generated automatically by uploading a dxf of the component and adding some basic information, material specs, quantity etc. Quotations are emailed back within minutes. Orders can be placed through the system and visitors without an account can pay for their goods by PayPal.

Although the facility is available 24/7, all new users of the system need to register to obtain login details and this needs to be done during normal office hours.

Contact our sales team now to register, you will then be ready to generate your own quotations in your own time.

No waiting for quotations
Available 24/7 365 days a year

Tel 01543 495000

mail; sales@laserprocess.co.uk

New MD for Laser Process

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 31/01/2018

A statement from Dave Lindsey

I started Laser Process in 1990 having spent most of the previous ten years gaining experience from my involvement with Laser 2000 Ltd, one of the earliest laser-cutting subcontractors.

I have led the company for nearly twenty eight years to the stage where Laser Process has become one of the best known and most well respected companies of its type in the UK.

Having just passed 70, the time has come to stand aside and let someone else take the reins.

I will not be leaving the company at this stage, so will not be saying any goodbyes. I will be taking on a business development role and so will, hopefully, be meeting a lot of you in the future.

The new Managing Director of Laser Process is Jonathan Horne who comes to us after gaining considerable experience in manufacturing, particularly with quality and production efficiency. All at Laser Process wish him well.

Laser Process saddling up for charity

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 07/08/2012

Laser Process, the Cannock based laser cutting subcontractor, is urging it's customers to support Ride Side By Side to help raise funds for Help4Heroes and Caudwell Children.

We’re getting in to the saddle with disability equipment manufacturer Quest 88 to help them raise £1m in a charity bike ride from John O’Groats to Land’s End.

We’re hoping to offer a range of support to the 932-mile Ride Side by Side cycle challenge set to take place over just 12 days in April next year, the money raised will go to the Help for Heroes and Caudwell Children charities.

The firm, which makes cycles and mobility aids for disabled people, will use four companion tricycles to cycle the length of the UK.

Full details of who’ll be taking part are still being decided but it will include three staff from Quest 88 riding with three members of the armed forces, who have been injured serving their country. The fourth tricycle is set to be ridden by a variety of well-known figures who are ambassadors for Caudwell Children.

Dave Lindsey, managing director of Laser Process, said: “It’s great to be involved in such a fantastic fundraising project, we’re planning to provide support in whatever way we can financially and helping to promote the ride.”

David Vernon-Henshaw, Quest 88 joint managing director, said: “We’re all really looking forward to the ride and having Laser Process onboard is great support to help us get to the £1m target.”

To make a donation send a cheque, payable to Ride Side By Side, to Laser Process, or for more details see the challenge website - www.ridesidebyside.info .

Darwin statue erected in Lichfield

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 03/04/2012

A statue manufactured by Cannock based Laser Cutting firm Laser Process to commemorate Erasmus Darwin has been erected on Cathedral Walk in Lichfield.

The work, which will be officially unveiled in May 2012, was one which held particular resonance for Laser Process managing director David Lyndsey: “I was born in Lichfield so it’s particularly nice to be involved in something like that happening in your home town” he said.

Erasmus Darwin was a renowned scholar and the grandfather of Charles Darwin, the author of The Origin of the Species 150312-1. The statue represents the four major aspects of Darwins career: botany, medicine, science and writing.

Laser Process were responsible for the production of the figures in stainless steel which were then assembled and installed by Marine Fabrications. The Darwin Walk Trust were responsible for the funding and planning of the work.

This is not the first time that Laser Process have been involved in innovative public art projects. The company secured a lucrative contract to produce 240 life-size statues for installation along Britain’s footpaths and cycle ways as part of the project led by transport charity Sustrans. This has seen the company produce mimics of famous figures such as Gary Barlow, Stan Laurel, Rob Brydon and footballer Ledley King in their respective local areas, affording national exposure to the handiwork of the Midlands firm.

See more of Laser Processes work at http://www.laserprocess.co.uk/

Laser Process To Be Presented With Manufacturing Hero Award

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 02/02/2022

Laser Process is excited to announce that we have been named 'Manufacturing Hero' by the distinguished Made in Group.

The Manufacturing Heroes recognition is a campaign set up by Made in Group, to celebrate manufacturers within the membership group who have demonstrated strength in a time of crisis.

Trade associated Made in Group began this to highlight the achievements of UK manufacturers who worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic, which was started with those who participated in the UK Ventilator Challenge to help save lives. Made in Group have voiced their view that government procurement for the NHS had failed over a preference to source from overseas suppliers and overlooked the quality manufacturing talent domestically.

Ultimately, all ‘Manufacturing Heroes’ will be presented with a specially commissioned badge manufactured in the world-renowned Midlands Jewellery Qtr by Thomas Fattorini Ltd, a company based in Birmingham and who were granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2008. Many of these recognition ceremonies have taken place in 2021, with Made in Group planning to continue the recognition ceremony into 2022 with more companies to be announced in the near future.

Here at Laser Process we were nominated as a manufacturing hero for taking part in the UK ventilator challenge, producing vital components for ventilators in early 2020.

To find out more about the 70+ companies who have already received this recognition, please read this article: https://madeingroup.madeinyorkshire.com/news/70-uk-manufacturers-recognised-as-heroes-with-more-to-be-announced-in-2022

Innovative laser firms sees resurgence in Midlands Manufacturing

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 07/08/2012

Staffordshire based laser cutting specialist Laser Process is enjoying impressive growth so far in 2012 as a direct consequence of diversification and a buoyant Midland manufacturing sector.

The company has hit the £5 million turnover mark for the first time in it's history, after securing a healthy amount of repeat business from some of the region’s largest manufacturers and an increasing number of new customers.

Managing Director David Lindsey says: “Business is buoyant now, things seem to be picking up and we’re benefiting from it. I think manufacturing in general seems to be having resurgence in the West Midlands. Confidence seems to be returning to the economy and all the talk at the moment is quite positive. Everyone is fairly optimistic about the future and I think the West Midlands is a great region to be in manufacturing at the moment. I’m confident the business is going to have a good year.”

The tough economic climate in recent years encouraged the firm to diversify, securing a lucrative contract to produce 240 life-size statues for installation along Britain’s footpaths and cycle ways as part of the project led by transport charity Sustrans. This has seen the company produce mimics of famous figures such as Gary Barlow, Stan Laurel, Rob Brydon and footballer Ledley King in their respective local areas, affording national exposure to the handiwork of the Midlands firm.

Mr Lindsey adds: “Sustrans are focused on improvements to the UK’s cycle ways and footpaths. Most of that is attributed to quite substantive projects like building bridges over rivers but there is also a certain amount of money for what they call portrait benches that feature the statues. The subjects are all chosen locally and represent a mixture of local celebrities, figures from history and local symbols. The statues are installed with the benches which are made of recycled railway sleepers and we’ll have manufactured just over 240 statues when the project is completed. The commission represents a significant contract and exposure of our skills nationwide.”

Another public art project the company was involved with was the creation of a stainless steel statue in Lichfield to commemorate Erasmus Darwin, a renowned scholar and grandfather of Charles Darwin. The work, which will be officially unveiled in May 2012, was one which held particular resonance for David: “I was born in Lichfield so it’s particularly nice to be involved in something like that happening in your home town” he said.

Why do we use fibre lasers?

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 24/09/2017

Laser Process have always been quick to invest in new technology as it becomes available, this is something we have done for nearly thirty years now.

Fibre laser technology enables us to cut quicker, particularly in thinner materials, and allows us to cut finer detail than was possible with older technology. An added advantage is that a fibre laser uses, typically, only 40% of the energy used by an equivalent CO2 system.

We've produced a video detailing our approach to fibre laser cutting, take a look here

Full article: http://www.laserprocess.co.uk/news/127/fibre-laser-cutting

Laser Process featured in Brazil

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 24/04/2015

Work by Laser Process Ltd, of Cannock, is being heavily featured in an exhibition in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

The world renowned machine manufacturer, Trumpf, is featuring the work carried out by Laser Process on behalf of Sustrans, the UK sustainable transport charity. Over 250 statues were produced in Corten material and installed across the UK and Northern Ireland.

At the exhibition, FEIMAFE 15, all of the laser cutting featured on the stand is based around the statues made by the company. Trumpf Brazil have produced a statue of Ayrton Senna based on the same design principles as those produced by Laser Process.

Dave Lindsey, Managing Director of Laser Process said "it is very exciting to know that our work is taking centre stage at a very important event in South America. We were proud to be involved in the contract whilst it was in progress and now proud again to see it represented for thousands of visitors to see".

The exhibition runs from the 18th to the 23rd of May 2015.

Laser Process Maintains its Standards

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 18/05/2018

We are pleased to announce that we have successfully completed our transition to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015.

This is the latest step in the continuation of our commitment to provide an unsurpassed laser cutting service. These latest ISO standards are in addition to BS1090 (CE Marking) and our inclusion in the RISQS (rail industry) and TransQ (transport industry) supplier verification schemes.

Our customers can be confident that we take quality very seriously and will always go the extra mile to provide the service they deserve.

Flatbed Laser Cutting & Profiling at Laser Process

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 10/10/2017

As one of the leading laser profiling specialists in the UK, Laser Process are able to tackle an extensive variety of laser cutting requirements working with a wide range of metals. Customers exact requirements are programmed in our CAD office and downloaded directly to the laser cutting systems.

On our 5 flatbed laser cutting machines we can cut up to 4 metres by 2 metres with precision and speed. Holes and cut outs, of almost any design, can be programmed and cut to your specifications.

In this video and blog, we outline the collaborative process behind our Flatbed Laser Cutting and Profiling service. Take a look now.

Heavy metal for Michael Eavis

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 30/05/2012

Michael Eavis, the founder of the Glastonbury Festival, has been immortalised in steel as part of the Sustrans Portrait Bench programme.

The bench, along with the statue of Michael Eavis is to be officially unveiled at the grand opening of the new walking and cycling routes in Midsomer Norton. Events start from 1pm on 24 September 2011.

Michael Eavis himself will be unveiling the portrait bench.

This is the fifteenth of seventy two sets of statues being produced by Laser Process on behalf of Sustrans, the National sustainable transport charity. recent statues have included Stan Laurel and, footballer, Ledley King.

Investment in customer service

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 13/02/2019

For many years Laser Process has sub-contracted it's delivery transport. Whilst the contractor has done a reasonable job over the years, the decision has been taken to further enhance our service to local customers by having more direct control, availability and flexibility by bringing this vital function back in-house under our direct control.

LP has invested in new vehicles and taken on two professional drivers, Gary & Andy; take the opportunity to meet them by sending us an RFQ and placing an order to include delivery.

Laser Process supports Warwick Racing

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 18/12/2013

Within a few days of seeing their request for help, in the Made in the Midlands Digest, Warwick Racing had accepted the offer of free laser cutting by Laser Process Limited and had received a set of engine brackets. The team were pleased to receive the brackets in super quick time.

Dave Lindsey, MD of Laser Process said " we are always happy to do what we can to help in the development of engineering skills and we see collaboration with Warwick Racing as an excellent way of doing just that. We hope that this is just the start of a long lasting relationship".

Warwick Racing consists of several teams of 4th year MEng Engineering students at the University of Warwick, who work on group projects run by Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) and supported by the School of Engineering. These projects represent 25% of the students' final year marks.

This year, Warwick Racing is designing and building 2 cars to enter into Formula Student, Europe's most established educational motorsport competition. The team will,later, be taking the car to Australia to compete with a similar group there.

New Fibre Laser in

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 15/12/2015

Our new Trumpf 5040 Fibre laser completes its installation today (15/12/15)and will be operational as from tomorrow.

Two operators complete their training, at Trumpf, later today and will be back to start production tomorrow.

The new machine is a 5kw Brightline Fibre laser incorporating the latest technology and, as well as cutting the materials everyone has expected of us in the past, it is also capable of cutting brass and copper. It will be especially productive in the thinner ranges of material where processing speeds are, in some cases, multiples of machines using older technology.

Laser Process can be contacted at www.laserprocess.co.uk

Laser Process a cut above the rest with new time and cost saving machinery

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 19/11/2012

Laser Process, the Staffordshire based laser cutting company, has invested £50,000 in a new Dugard ECO1000 vertical machining centre. This will enable the company to perform a range of secondary machining operations on parts they have laser cut.

The firm is also aspiring to meet its first class expectations within the manufacturing industry by cutting down on production time, therefore placing them ahead of their competitors.

Laser Process will also see the innovative machine maintain its prestigious position within the industry by utilising its latest investment to enhance the working process.

Managing Director, Dave Lindsey said “This machine will enable us to provide a one stop shop for our customers whilst, at the same time, adding value to our sales. The machine, which became operative September, will negate the need for customers to send out laser cut parts for further machining, saving time and cost.”

The operations made possible by this machine include drilling & tapping, chamfers, rebates, countersinking and counterbores.

Adding to its latest positive developments, Laser Process has also taken on a 3000 square feet unit opposite their base on Keys Park, Cannock. This unit will house the assembly operation in order for the firm to run a smooth operation. This is a relatively new but rapidly growing part of the business which is hoping to expand in the future.

To keep up with the growing demand, the company has taken on extra staff to operate the new machine and for the assembly operations.

Laser Process specialises in subcontract laser cutting and secondary operations to provide a one stop shop for its customers. Last year, Laser Process invested around one million pounds in new equipment, which is currently keeping the firm at the forefront of the industry. They pride themselves with always putting the needs of the customer first and will continue to do so with using their latest Dugard ECO1000 Vertical Machining Centre.

Open all hours for £1m investment

Laser Process Fabrication Limited — 10/07/2011

A specialist laser cutting business has unveiled a state-of-the-art online system that will enable customers to get quotes and place orders 24/7.
Cannock-based Laser Process have spent the last year working with laser cutting IT specialists ipLaser to develop the new system that will bring an extra dimension to their customer service.

The Australian system – which the company has christened LaserQuote24/7 - will allow both existing and potential customers to obtain a quote within minutes any time of the day or night.

Laser Process managing director Dave Lindsey told Business Report: “There are a number of benefits to the new system. First of all it means that when our sales guys are on the road they can give customers a price almost immediately.

“For our customers it’s about us helping them manage their business more efficiently. A lot of people on our database are small companies in which the principals of the company spend their working days in overalls working on machinery and do their admin in the evening or at weekends.
“In the past, it’s been difficult for these kind of customers to get quotations but now they can go online and get a price virtually immediately. It’s about us fitting into our customers’ work schedules.

All the easy-to-use system requires is for customers to register and upload their specifications before receiving an online quote minutes later. Then, if they wish, they can make an order immediately.
Dave added: “We’ve already tried the system out with a few of our customers and they all really like it.”

These are exciting times for the business which operates from Upper Keys at Keys Park. They have also just installed two brand new, top-of-the-range laser cutting machines made by German manufacturer Trumpf at a cost of almost £1m.
The L3030 model has a cutting area of 3 metres by 1.5 metres with a 4 kilowatt laser and the L3040 has a cutting area of 4 metres by 2 metres with a 5 kilowatt laser capable of cutting up to 20mm in steel.