Production of fences and gates using laser technology on Smart Laser Fiber machines

The steel fencing market is developing extremely dynamically. Customers expect not only durability and high build quality, but also modern design, short lead times and competitive prices. To meet these requirements, manufacturers are increasingly investing in modern metalworking technologies.

One of the biggest breakthroughs of recent years is the use of fibre laser cutting machines, which have completely changed the way fences, sliding gates, swing gates, wicket gates and outdoor architectural elements are produced.

Smart Laser Fiber machines make it possible to produce extremely precise structural and decorative elements, significantly shortening production time and reducing material waste.

Fence production combines many processes:

• sheet metal cutting,
• profile cutting,
• preparing parts for welding,
• making mounting holes,
• producing decorative panels,
• marking parts,
• preparing parts for painting.

Just a few years ago, most of these operations were carried out on different machines. Today, practically all of them can be done much faster using laser technology.

The greatest advantages are:

• outstanding accuracy,
• production repeatability,
• very high working speed,
• minimal waste,
• no need for additional processing of many parts,
• the ability to produce even the most complex patterns.

Modern fences increasingly use decorative infills cut from sheet metal.

A fibre laser makes it possible to produce:

• geometric patterns,
• modern ornaments,
• openwork panels,
• company logos,
• house numbers,
• plant motifs,
• 3D patterns,
• customers' individual designs.

The precision of the laser beam allows even very thin elements to be produced without deforming the material.

The end result is much more aesthetic than with traditional cutting methods.

The basis of the production of many gates is parts made from steel sheet.

Smart Laser Fiber cutting machines easily process:

• structural steel,
• stainless steel,
• aluminium,
• galvanised steel,
• brass,
• copper.

The laser simultaneously produces:

• the part contour,
• all holes,
• mounting points,
• technological cut-outs,
• assembly marks.

As a result, the operator does not have to perform additional operations on drills or punching machines.

Sliding gates require very high manufacturing accuracy.

Small dimensional errors can cause:

• installation problems,
• incorrect roller operation,
• misalignment of guide rails,
• increased wear of mechanical components.

Fibre technology guarantees the repeatability of every part, even when producing hundreds of identical items.

This is particularly important for companies engaged in series production.

For swing gates, the symmetry of both leaves is extremely important.

The laser allows all parts to be prepared with an accuracy measured in hundredths of a millimetre.

As a result:

• installation is faster,
• the number of corrections is reduced,
• the leaves are perfectly matched,
• the whole structure looks much better.

Modern wicket gates often include:

• decorative patterns,
• house numbers,
• cut-out names,
• decorative elements,
• holes for electronic locks,
• holes for intercoms.

The laser performs all these operations in a single cutting process.

Closed profiles are of great importance in fence production.

The laser allows them to be prepared extremely precisely by:

• drilling holes,
• cutting interlocking joints,
• preparing angled joints,
• making slots,
• marking parts.

As a result, the structure is assembled much faster.

A modern fibre laser cutting machine pays for itself very quickly for fence manufacturers.

The biggest savings come from:

• lower material consumption,
• shorter production time,
• fewer operators,
• lower tool wear,
• fewer corrections,
• higher quality of finished products.

In many production plants, this makes it possible to significantly increase the number of orders fulfilled without expanding the team.

One of the greatest advantages of fibre technology is the cutting quality.

Properly selected parameters make it possible to achieve:

• smooth edges,
• a small heat-affected zone,
• very narrow kerfs,
• high dimensional accuracy.

In many cases, parts are ready for welding, grinding or painting straight after cutting.

Smart Laser machines work with popular design programs.

A design prepared by the engineer can be sent to the machine almost immediately.

This significantly shortens the time from completing the design to starting production.

This is particularly important for individual orders, where each gate or fence has a unique pattern.

Fibre technology works perfectly both for producing single parts and large series.

Changing over the machine takes only a moment and does not require tool changes.

This makes it economical to fulfil even single orders.

More and more fence manufacturers are investing in full automation.

Smart Laser cutting machines can be equipped with solutions that increase productivity, such as:

• automatic exchange tables,
• sheet loading systems,
• material storage systems,
• automatic part unloading,
• integration with production systems.

This makes it possible to work for many hours with minimal operator involvement.

Smart Laser Fiber machines can process many materials used in the production of fences and gates:

• structural steel,
• stainless steel,
• aluminium,
• galvanised steel,
• brass.

The choice of the right laser source power depends on the type of material, its thickness and the expected production output.

In addition to fibre laser cutting machines, Smart Laser also offers machines supporting further production stages:

• laser welding machines for producing aesthetic and strong welds,
• laser marking machines for permanent marking of parts,
• laser cleaning machines for surface preparation before welding or painting,
• industrial filtration systems that effectively remove dust and process fumes.

This makes it possible to create a modern, efficient and safe machine park based on laser technologies.

Smart Laser Fiber technology is a solution that significantly increases the efficiency of producing fences, gates and steel elements. High cutting precision, repeatability, the ability to carry out even the most demanding projects and reduced production costs mean that laser cutting machines are becoming the standard in modern production plants.

If you are planning to develop your company or modernise your machine park, it is worth choosing solutions that will provide a competitive advantage for many years.

We invite you to Smart Laser showroom in Koleczkowo, where you can see Smart Laser Fiber cutting machines working live, test your own materials and consult our specialists on choosing the right configuration. With more than 20 years of experience, we help manufacturers choose the solutions best suited to their production needs, budget and development plans.