Laser cutting is a method which uses a powerful laser to heat materials, causing a cut end to be vaporized. While generally used for industrial production applications, now is used by hobbyists, schools, and smaller businesses. Laser cutting works simply by guiding the output of a very high-powered laser onto the material being cut. The laser melts the material making it unavailable for further work. A great deal of skill and practice is needed to achieve this result, but many people desire the ability to cut materials with laser technology.

Different types of lasers are used for cutting different materials by steel fabrication companies in UAE. High intensity lasers (HID) are usually used in laser cutting applications due to their ability to produce a more intense beam and hold a longer wavelength than conventional lasers. However, HIDs are also quite expensive and typically produce results only on thick materials. Pulse lasers are another option used for cutting. These lasers produce longer wavelengths than HID but are less expensive.

Punch press systems use a pressurized container to apply pressure onto a metal surface using a robotic arm. A laser cutting Dubai tool embedded in the arm then cuts the material by emitting a high intensity laser beam. This method requires a very steady hand and the ability to apply consistent pressure. Miter saw systems use the same principle as punch press, only with a saw blade attached to a robotic arm. Instead of applying continuous pressure to the piece, the blade cuts strips of metal that are perpendicular to the direction of the laser beam. This method typically produces a higher quality edge finish than other methods.

CNC machines are used during the final stages of the laser cutting process. These devices allow manufacturers to precisely control every last detail of the cut metals. Some CNC machinery can create intricate geometric designs. These machines can cut metals at rates up to 10 times faster than manually operated machines. This enables manufacturers and fabricators to create detailed, professional-looking parts and products.

The term LDM refers to a lineal pattern or a diamond pattern; while HMT is the term used to refer to a halo pattern. Typically, laser cutting machines use a flat bed scanner to scan the sheet metal and the cutter uses a focused pulse of light to cut the material. This type of machine produces a smoother, more professional look than other types of machine. There are differences between various types of scanner and the way each one utilizes different technologies.