Enter the Matrix

Matrix Metalcraft kicks it up a notch by investing in exclusive North American automation.

Matrix Metalcraft, Inc. (Clinton Township, MI) is continuously looking to incorporate the equipment and technology that will keep its customer base successful and growing. The company specializes in prototype and short-run production work, offering metal stamping, 3- and 5-axis laser cutting, machining, turning, and assembly capabilities.

In order to keep continuous success at the forefront, the company recently purchased a new high-performance 5-Axis VZ1 Mitsubishi Laser Center with a pallet changer, maximizing process time and increasing capacity. This new laser center is the only one of its kind in North America.

The company's new laser cutting machine brings new capabilities relating to speed, accuracy and flexibility for a wide range of complex laser applications. The cutting parameters measure 122 in X-axis, 87 in Y-axis, and 33 in Z-axis. Integration of a pallet changer allows for jobs to be set up while the machine is processing its current job. Additionally, pallet changes only take 60 seconds, optimizing cut time and giving Matrix more capacity to branch into new markets.

"Our goal is to remain cost effective for our customers while delivering the highest quality and quicker turnaround," explains Ryan Willette, sales director for Matrix. "This VZ1 helps us meet increasing customer demands and provides us the opportunity to expand our customer base into newer industries, particularly, aerospace and defense. With the increased range of cutting parameters, we are now able to process larger components without having to perform multiple set ups."

"Matrix Metalcraft is a very progressive company," adds Bill Isaac, vice president of Mitsubishi Laser. "We are excited to work with them to create innovative laser solutions that can help them continue to move the industry forward."

Matrix Metalcraft, Inc., 24601 Maplehurst Drive, Clinton Township, MI 48036, 586-469-9611, Fax: 586-469-9612, www.matrixmetalcraft.com.

MC Machinery Systems, Inc., 1500 Michael Drive, Wood Dale, IL 60191, 630-860-4210, Fax: 630-860-7824, www.mitsubishi-world.com.