GRAPHTEC GB
Graphtec GB ‘ makes the cut ’ with WID Laser Engraving Machines
As the recently appointed exclusive UK and Ireland distributor of WID laser engraving / cutting machines , Graphtec GB is now offering the latest C Series in a choice of four differentsized models ( the 500 , 700 , 900 and 1000 ). These have been developed to accommodate the total requirements of engraving specialist companies . All of the machines are robustly constructed and of a compact design to facilitate installation in small work shops where space is invariably at a premium .
The C Series provides respective processing areas of 700 x 500 , 1000 x 700 , 1300 x 900 and 1300 x 900mm , with variable cutting speeds of up to 90,000 mm / min on the 500 model and 72,000mm / min on the 700 , 900 and 1000 models . The machines incorporate CO2 tube and on selective models RF ( Radio Frequency ) lasers , sourced through partnerships forged with leading specialist laser manufacturers , with power ratings ranging from 60W on the 500 and 700 models and incrementally up to 120W on the 900 and 1000 models . All of the machines are supplied with dedicated user-friendly multi-tool software compatible with AI , DST , PLT , BMP and DXF graphic file formats and provide USB and Network connectivity .
Key design features include a 150mm adjustable machine height facility , automatic temperature and air control systems and smoke / dust extraction and waste retrieval units . These are supplemented with an optional autofocus-empowered CCD camera that ensures precise material / object recognition , adjustment and alignment to accommodate even the most complex applications likely to be encountered . Collectively , these contribute to much higher productivity levels and processing speeds said to be five times faster than any other similarly positioned engraving / cutting machine currently available .
Developed to complement the varying skill levels of both entry-level and seasoned professional operatives and for use in applications not suited to conventional CNC routing / cutting / engraving systems , the WID C Series of machines will laser cut and / or engrave a wide range of disparate materials . These include , for example , acrylic and various plastics , hard surfaces such as marble , glass and slate , solid woods and laminates , stainless steel and other non-ferrous metals and various alloys like brass and copper .
Related Graphtec GB developments
Complementing the C Series of laser engraving / cutting systems and through its status as a preferred business partner with leading global software developer SA International , Graphtec GB is also supplying the ENROUTE Version 6 routing , engraving , cutting and milling software . This is available in a choice of four different modules and incorporates 40 new design and production tools that will accommodate virtually any 2D and 3D processing requirement of CNC routing / engraving and laser , plasma and waterjet cutting machines .
Since 1961 , Graphtec GB has been the exclusive UK and Ireland distributor for advanced digital cutting systems manufactured by the Graphtec Corporation in Japan . Outside of Japan , Graphtec GB is recognised as the most successful of Graphtec Corporation ’ s network of international business partners . Through this partnership , the company provides a wide choice of digital cutting solutions , ranging from high-end and higher-volume industrial-grade to
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