In addition to traditional water jet cutting, we also use modern laser technology for precise edge trimming in our production. This allows us to select the optimal process depending on the component requirements and offer our customers both conventional and laser-based solutions. The combination of both technologies enables a high degree of flexibility in the processing of different materials and geometries and ensures that each component is processed using the most suitable method.
When cutting our interior trim parts, we deliberately use state-of-the-art CO₂ laser technology. The laser enables exceptionally high cutting precision and produces clean, robust edges that remain dimensionally stable even with demanding PES non-woven materials. Thermal sealing of the cut edge reliably binds individual fibres, completely eliminating fraying, which can occur with water jet cutting. At the same time, the laser works without contact, which means that the components do not get wet and no drying or post-processing steps are necessary. Compared to water jet cutting, there is also no maintenance required for nozzles and high-pressure systems, which ensures consistently high process stability. Especially in the agricultural and commercial vehicle sectors, where particularly durable trim elements are required, the CO₂ laser offers a clear advantage in terms of quality and efficiency.
The decision on the right process cannot be made across the board. While the laser delivers precise, clean and sealed edges, the water jet offers significantly greater freedom with complex geometries. We therefore always choose the method that offers the greatest advantage for the component in question.
Laser cutting eliminates the need for post-processing of our composite moulded parts. The cut edges are burr-free and clean.
Laser cutting is a contactless process and therefore does not alter the dimensional accuracy of even the most delicate components. This ensures reliably reproducible results!
The decisive advantage of laser cutting lies in the thermally sealed, abrasion-resistant cut edge, which reliably prevents fraying.
Laser cutting is a cost-effective process because wear parts are generally not required.
At 3D Composite, we rely on reliable robot technology from KUKA and powerful laser sources from Coherent. This hardware is complemented by modern, parametric robot programming, which allows us to precisely control the cutting paths and optimally adapt them for each component. This ensures consistently high quality and repeatability throughout the entire manufacturing process.