Microkerf launches instant laser quoting service

Microkerf, a laser cutting specialist, has introduced an instant online quoting and ordering service for its laser cut parts.

Laserquote, a 24/7 service, is intended to help customers turn around production quotes at maximum speed and with the utmost efficiency.

David Gattward, director, said: 'No longer do our customers have to wait for a quotation; they get it immediately.

'And if they want to know how the price will be affected by doubling the quantity, the answer is only a few keystrokes away,' he added.

Once registered, the customer can log on and upload a 2D DXF drawing; the system can also accommodate multiple drawings.

Next, the user is invited to select the material and input details of any other characteristics of the part or parts.

The system then automatically calculates the best nesting arrangement for optimum sheet utilisation and the appropriate cutting time.

Quantity is the next question and, from here, the system calculates a cycle time and a nest for each part.

These factors then enable a price to be automatically generated.

The order can be placed online, with most jobs being completed and delivered in a matter of days.

Microkerf has been seeking 10 manufacturers that are prepared to see Laserquote through its software launch in July 2009.

These beta test companies will be rewarded with discounted laser cutting prices.

Gattward said: '[This service] will not only help us streamline our costs so that we remain even more cost competitive but also give our customers a commercial edge too.

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