Fast Trak Metal Fabrication Doubles Efficiency with BLM GROUP’s LC5 Laser!
By Ashutosh Arora
Fast Trak Metal Fabrication, a Fresno, California-based contract manufacturer, has significantly enhanced its manufacturing capabilities with the installation of BLM GROUP USA’s LC5 combination tube and sheet laser. This state-of-the-art 10-kW hybrid laser system has reduced processing time by 50% compared to the company’s previous 4-kW CO2 machines, enabling greater efficiency and throughput.
The LC5 laser has expanded Fast Trak’s ability to cut various materials with exceptional precision:
- Steel: Up to 1-1/8 inches thick
- Stainless Steel: Up to 1-1/2 inches thick
- Aluminum: Up to 1-3/8 inches thick
This flexibility allows Fast Trak to meet the complex demands of industries requiring precision manufacturing.
To support its growth, Fast Trak has doubled its operational footprint to 52,000 sq. ft., providing ample room for expanded production. With the new LC5, the company has also diversified its service offerings, adding laser tube cuttingfor clients in the automotive aftermarket and agriculture industries.
The LC5 combination laser system’s hybrid functionality, which integrates tube and sheet cutting, positions Fast Trak as a competitive leader in metal fabrication. This investment underscores the company’s commitment to innovation, efficiency, and meeting customer needs with cutting-edge solutions.
Fast Trak’s collaboration with BLM GROUP highlights how advanced laser technology can transform manufacturing operations, driving productivity and enabling growth across industries.
