This article is sponsored by Muratec, a leading name in sheet metal fabrication and automation.
Murata Machinery USA, Inc. carefully blends the latest manufacturing innovation with enduring shopfloor practicality in a compact footprint: the Muratec Combination Punch Press and Fiber Laser (MF3048HL). This powerhouse eliminates the need for multiple setups and material transfers between machines by seamlessly integrating punch operations with advanced fiber laser cutting technology.
The MF3048HL boasts a press capacity of 33 tons and an impressive 4.0kW rated output. This machine can handle sheets with thicknesses up to 1/4″ and caters to a wide spectrum of applications, offering processing sheet size options of 4’ x 8’ or 5’ x 10’, providing flexibility to handle various sheet sizes. Featuring a high hit rate of 510 hpm and a table speed of 4921 inches per minute, the Muratec Combination Punch Laser delivers rapid, reliable, and efficient processing. Its processing precision of ± 0.001 inches ensures enhanced quality and accuracy, making it ideal for intricate punch/laser jobs, particularly in the aerospace, automotive, and electronics sectors.
“This multifunction machine gives manufacturers unparalleled flexibility,” Jeff Kalmbach, Murata Machinery USA, General Manager, Machine Tools Division, explained. “By combining manufacturing operations into a single machine and seamlessly integrating automation systems, companies will quickly realize the benefits in productivity and operational efficiency, ultimately improving their bottom line.”
The Muratec Combination Punch Laser enhances job shop operations by seamlessly incorporating existing tooling inventory (Wiedemann 114 and Thick Spring Style turrets) for improved precision and efficiency. It easily integrates with unmanned automation for loading and unloading, and Muratec’s FG series parts sorting system further amplifies production capacity.
Learn more about Muratec’s newest cutting-edge combination machine.
