CNC Punch / Laser Combination

CNC PUNCH/ LASER OVERVIEW

Sometimes, a metal part has complexities that go beyond a single method of shaping, such as CNC punching or laser cutting.

Both methods can be used across various materials, thicknesses, geometries, etc. CNC Punch/Laser Combination machines simply give manufacturers another option for efficiency and quality precision when considering which cutting and punching methods will work best for their projects.

Benefits of CNC PUNCH / Laser Combination

CNC punch/laser combination machines bring laser cutting precision and punching efficiency into a single, integrated process, allowing manufacturers to produce complex sheet-metal parts faster, more accurately, and at a lower total cost.

By combining both technologies in one setup, parts can be punched, formed, marked, and laser cut without repositioning, ensuring tight feature alignment and consistent quality from start to finish.

If you’re wondering if a CNC Punch/Laser combination is the right fit for you, consider these factors.

When to Consider CNC PUNCH/ Laser COMBO

Material Thickness

Punching handles thin material efficiently while the laser manages profile cuts.

Feature Types

Punching creates forms (louvers, extrusions), laser cuts complex geometry.

Tolerance Requirements

Capable of tight, repeatable tolerances with minimal variation part-to-part.

Positional Accuracy

All operations reference a single datum for precise feature-to-feature accuracy.

Secondary Operations

Combining operations reduces handling, setups, and downstream machining.

HAAKE’S APPROACH TO CNC PUNCH/Laser Combination

Haake Manufacturing is one of the few job shops in the St. Louis region with punch and laser processing on the same machine. This integrated capability combines forming and contouring with laser cutting in a single workflow, reducing handling, shortening cycle times, and lowering overall production cost.

Custom-shaped Materials & Tolerances to Fit What You Need

Haake can work with a variety of materials during the CNC punch/laser combination process. We’ve also tested a range of thicknesses, and we have found 0.1″ to 0.125″ to be the ideal range we punch for.

Reduce Lead Times with secondary machining

We offer these secondary processes as part of our CNC punching, which directly improves efficiency, accuracy, and total cost.

Countersink
Spotface
High-speed tapping
Extrude
Lance
High-speed forming
High-speed line marking

Advanced Laser Technology For Uncompromising Quality

We’ve chosen Trumpf’s equipment because they’ve been advancing punching technology for decades, combining precision engineering with continuous innovation.

They have the expertise, technology, and resources to optimize upstream and downstream punch/ laser processes, which means you get the most innovative equipment with the best outcomes.