Why You Should Outsource Your Laser Cutting Requirements

In the steel fabrication industry, laser cutting is one of the most important processes. When constructing metal structures and products, there is a good chance laser cutting will be used. If you’re looking into laser cutting and assessing whether to outsource or implement it in-house, this blog might be able to be help you and provide some direction.

What is laser cutting?

This process uses a focused laser to cut through metal and allow different shapes to be created. It is a precise and cost effective solution that can give you consistency when replicating certain shapes. At C&C Fabrications, laser cutting is a frequently used method due to its low costs and accuracy.

Benefits of outsourcing

COST SAVING

The equipment required to start laser cutting in-house can be substantial. This includes machinery costs as well as the finances required to bring in specialist staff. For a small-sized business, laser cutting might not be a daily process, and this will mean the equipment purchased will not be used regularly enough to justify its cost.

If you chose to outsource your laser cutting requirements to a fabrication company, they would have the specialist equipment and machinery readily available. This means you would just have to pay for the laser cutting service and not have to worry about machinery costs, maintenance costs, and hiring the correct, qualified employees.

QUALITY

Laser cutting is a skill that can take years to master if you’re looking for the best quality finish on your fabricated products. By completing it in-house, you will run the risk of losing a lot of quality that a fabrication company could provide. In order to save costs and not have to replace your fabricated parts later, the best solution is to ensure the process is performed to the highest quality the first time around. This can be done by leaving it to the experts. At C&C Fabrications we have over 25 years of experience when it comes to metal fabrication so you can be sure that we will provide you with the highest quality of service.

TIMESCALES

Fabrication companies have processes in place to ensure all work in completed on time and in the quickest time possible without risking losing quality. If you’re thinking about taking laser cutting in-house, the timescales to complete projects could significantly increase. The experience we have at C&C Fabrications means that we can complete laser cutting work quicker than someone who has just started or who has less experience. By reducing timescales, you can save money on paying for services as well as receive your fabricated products in a shorter time which can be massive help when working on a project.

We’re here to help

If you have any laser cutting requirements and would like the help of C&C Fabrications, don’t hesitate to get in touch by clicking here or calling us on 01977 670 067.