November 13, 2020 - LVD launches Taurus FL, a new large-format gantry-style fiber laser cutting machine engineered for extra-large sheet metal cutting capacity. A unique modular design, the machine size begins at a 12-meter bed length and can be expanded in increments of 2 meters to a maximum bed length of 40 meters to suit user needs. The large format allows a diverse range of parts to be cut and efficiently nested, increasing productivity and optimizing material usage.

LARGE-SCALE ADVANTAGES

Taurus FL delivers the flexibility to process extra-large sheets or multiple sheets, cut a range ensure high machine dynamics of jobs in varying batch sizes, shapes and material types accommodating workpieces up to 3.3 meters wide and up to 30 mm thick.

Large parts can be processed without repositioning while multiple smaller workpieces can be positioned on the cutting table and processed in continuous fashion, without interruption. Parts can be cut on one section of the table, while loaded/offloaded on another, keeping downtime to an absolute minimum.

Taurus FL is designed for easy access. Only the gantry features an enclosure, not the complete machine. The mechanical design and drive system ensure high machine dynamics in large-format cutting.

The operator has use of two touch panels for convenient access to the control at all times.

A handheld control unit enables the operator to safely move all axes in manual mode for machine setup or to load the nozzle changer. A camera located inside the cutting zone and a monitor on the operator console allow continuous monitoring of the cutting process. The cutting zone has a detachable front panel, providing access for maintenance.

No special foundation is required for the machine.

EXPANDED MACHINE SCOPE

Taurus FL also provides the option of beveling cutting or 2.5D cutting up to 45°. The fiber laser is an ideal tool for reliably producing high-quality bevel cuts in a large-format cutting platform. The bevel cutting option offers a fast and cost-effective way to prepare material for subsequent welding operations or to create geometrical shapes.

The Taurus FL bevel head uses two direct-drive motors. The direct-drive principle uses no transmission components resulting in the highest possible accuracy and a fast responding system. As a result, consistently precise bevel cutting is assured.

The bevel head is able to cut on a horizontal surface as well as cut shapes in pre-formed parts or cut under angle within the limits of the Z-axis and +/- 45°.

An optional automatic nozzle changer increases machine uptime and throughput. The unit has storage for 30 nozzles in a turret-style holder positioned close to the cutting head. The nozzle changer features an integrated camera that checks nozzle alignment, size and condition. It offers automatic calibration of the capacitive height sensing and nozzle cleaning after a preset number of piercings.

Optional CADMAN®-L software includes automated functions to simplify programming and offers advanced nesting, collision avoidance, On-the-Fly Piercing and Cutting, and process parameter tables to realize the full potential of Taurus FL. For bevel cutting, an optional plug-in is available for SolidWorks, Solid Edge and Inventor.

Taurus FL is offered with a 6-, 8- or 10-kW fiber laser source, which boasts an industry-leading wall-plug efficiency of more than 40%.