As the automotive industry strives for a sustainable future, manufacturers face challenges like cost reduction, technological advancements, and stringent regulations. We recognize these hurdles and Messer offers solutions and expert support to empower the auto and trucking industries.
We also optimize resource use and streamline operations, helping you save money in the long run. Together, we can navigate the path toward a sustainable future within these industries.
Messer’s unwavering commitment to the trucking and automotive industry extends to:
We continuously invest in research and development (R&D), ensuring access to the latest advancements in cutting solutions for the automotive sector. We collaborate with our customers and partners to focus on customer-oriented innovation, creating solutions that go beyond machines.
Our dedicated Applications Engineers, Product Managers, and Sales Managers understand the unique challenges faced by vehicle manufacturers. These experts can guide you toward the optimal cutting solution for your specific needs, whether it’s for body panels, chassis components, or drivetrain parts.
We offer comprehensive training and after-sales services to ensure your cutting machines operate at peak performance. Learn more about our service department and how we can support your operations.
Truck Manufacturing
Messer’s industrial cutting machines are designed to meet the demands of truck manufacturing, offering the power and versatility needed to produce strong, reliable components.
Our machines can easily process heavy-gauge steel and other materials commonly used in truck manufacturing, ensuring the production of parts that can withstand the rigors of the road and the job site.
In the fast-paced world of trucking, where time is money and reliability is everything, you need a cutting solution that can keep up with your demanding production schedules. Messer understands the unique challenges faced by truck and trailer manufacturers. Our plasma and laser-cutting machines are designed to meet those challenges head-on. These high-speed processing capabilities and automatic material handling features of Messer’s machines are optimize the production process, reducing cycle times, and increasing overall throughput.
Our state-of-the-art cutting systems offer the speed, precision, and durability needed to produce high-quality trailers that can withstand the rigors of the road. Whether you’re manufacturing flatbed trailers, drop deck trailers, moving vans, or any other type of trailer for the trucking industry, Messer’s cutting solutions can keep pace with your diverse needs. We can help you create flat plate cuts for trailers in all sizes and applications, our cutting machines can handle the cutting job with ease.
Cargo
In the cargo hauling industry, versatility is key. Safety and reliable transport are also non-negotiables in trucking and cargo-hauling. Messer’s cutting machines offer the adaptability needed to manufacture trailers for any cargo-hauling application. The precision and accuracy of our cutting machines ensure each metal plate is cut to exact specifications, promoting a perfect fit and finish that enhances both the aesthetics and structural integrity of your trailers. This attention to detail is crucial for creating cargo trailers that are functional but also durable and reliable, ensuring the safe transport of goods across long distances.
Bus manufacturers require cutting solutions that can efficiently produce large-scale cut plates parts, like body panels and structural parts, while maintaining high precision and quality. Messer’s cutting machines are up to the task, offering the versatility to handle different materials and thicknesses commonly used in bus manufacturing.
Manufacturers of custom-built fabricated vehicles — like campers, vans, and camping trailers — require cutting solutions that offer flexibility and precision to produce unique and complex parts. Messer’s cutting machines are designed to handle a wide range of steel and aluminum plate geometries, enabling manufacturers to bring their creative visions to life.
Campers
Manufacturing the perfect home away from home requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality that sets your campers apart from the competition. That’s why our cutting solutions are designed with the unique needs of camper fabrication in mind. From precision-cut metal cabinetry accessories and custom metal framework furnishings to durable exterior chassis, our machines offer metal parts that are cut accurately to make your campers durable and functional in all weather conditions and terrains.
Fabricated Vehicles
Whether you’re manufacturing food trucks, mobile workshops, or broadcast vehicles, like food trucks, mobile medical clinics, Messer’s cutting machines offer the versatility and adaptability you need to succeed. The MetalMaster 3.0 is perfect for small fabricator automotive job shops specializing in custom one-off cut parts. OmniWin software allows you to nest a part right on the control panel for just-in-time one-off cut parts, saving you time and effort while minimizing scrap plate.
Heavy- Duty Armored Vehicles
Armored vehicles for high-security applications for military and commercial use, mid-size machines like the Titan III and the MPC2000 are designed to process heavy-duty plates. Ballistic-grade materials ballistic-grade materials like high-strength steel, and armor-grade aluminum. These machines cut through heavy-duty plates with high-definition plasma and multi-axis bevel cutting heads, our machines can cut through these tough materials with speed and accuracy. Whether you’re manufacturing armored personnel carriers, cash-in-transit vehicles, or another type of armored vehicle, Messer’s cutting solutions offer the flexibility and reliability you need to get your cut job done right.
From high-performance flatbed laser cutting machines to advanced multi-axis systems and automated material handling, we help you unleash the power of precision and take your manufacturing capabilities to new heights with:
High-speed, high-precision cutting of sheet metal parts with complex geometries and tight tolerances.
Exceptional flexibility and precision for complex 3D part geometries and contours for fabricating exhaust pipe systems.
Integrate plasma, laser, and drilling in a single setup, reducing floor space and increasing efficiency.
Automated loading, unloading, and part sorting, reducing labor costs and improving throughput throughout the factory floor.
Precision, efficiency, and quality are paramount in the fast-paced and competitive automotive industry. Messers laser-cutting solutions offer manufacturers a highly effective way to streamline their production processes, reduce costs, and improve the overall quality of their products. By leveraging the power of Messer’s industrial cutting machines, automotive manufacturers can achieve unparalleled accuracy, speed, and versatility with their cutting operations.
From traditional cars to electric buses, each segment requires cutting solutions to meet the specific needs of each auto manufacturing production process. Messer’s industrial cutting machines offer versatility, precision, and efficiency with cutting solutions that benefit the production of cars, EV cars, buses, EV buses, and custom-built automotive components. We help you stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive and environmentally conscious market.
Messer’s industrial cutting machines offer the perfect solution for manufacturing high-quality parts for traditional cars. With the ability to process a wide range of materials, including steel and aluminum, our machines can produce lightweight and high-strength plate parts that contribute to improved fuel efficiency and performance.
The high-precision cutting capabilities ensure accurate and clean cuts, reducing the need for secondary finishing operations, and saving time and costs within the manufacturing process. By adopting Messer’s cutting solutions, car manufacturers can optimize their production processes, improve the overall quality of their vehicles, and stay competitive within the market.
As the demand for electric vehicles grows, EV car manufacturers need cutting solutions that can keep pace with the evolving industry. Messer’s cutting machines are designed to handle the unique requirements of EV car production, delicately managing lightweight materials like aluminum and other composites.
Our machines’ precision and efficiency help reduce material waste, minimizing the environmental impact of EV car manufacturing. The high-speed processing capabilities and automation material handling features of Messer’s machines enable EV car manufacturers to produce parts more quickly and cost-effectively, supporting the growing demand for sustainable transportation.
As cities and municipalities increasingly adopt electric buses to reduce their carbon footprint, EV bus manufacturers need cutting solutions made in America that can support sustainable production practices. Our accurate laser-cutting machines help reduce material waste, further minimizing the environmental impact of EV bus manufacturing. By leveraging Messer’s sustainable cutting solutions, EV bus manufacturers can contribute to the development of sustainable public transportation while maintaining a competitive edge in the market.
Messer Cutting Solutions provides state-of-the-art laser cutting solutions that cater to a wide range of automotive applications. Some of the automotive parts that benefit from Messer’s cutting solutions include:
Laser cutting machines and material handling automation solutions provide high-precision cutting parts of body panels and chassis components, ensuring perfect fit and finish. The accuracy and speed of laser cutting allow for the production of complex shapes and contours, reducing the need for additional machining or finishing operations. This gives you lighter, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing body panels and chassis components.
Laser-cutting machines cut the intricate metal framework for automotive interior designs so that molded components can be fastened to fit seamlessly within the interior trim and dashboard.
Laser bevel cutting like the Element 400 L Unitized is ideal for processing exhaust system components, like pipes, mufflers, and catalytic converters. The ability to cut precise beveled holes angles and shapes within the plate helps optimize exhaust flow and reduce back pressure, resulting in improved engine performance, fuel efficiency, and noise reduction.
Industrial cutting machines can accurately process suspension and steering components, like control arms, tie rods, and knuckles. The precision of laser cutting cuts assures welders that these critical components meet strict tolerances, improving vehicle handling and stability. Laser cutting also enables the production of lightweight metal suspension cutting.
Laser bevel-cutting solutions are well-suited for processing transmission and drivetrain components, like gears, shafts, and housings. The accuracy of laser bevel cutting allows for the creation of precise gear profiles and splines, ensuring smooth and efficient power transmission in high-strength steels.
Laser-cutting machines can quickly and accurately cut plate frames that hold electrical enclosures and battery trays with complex geometries and cutouts. The precision of laser cutting ensures these cut frame components provide proper protection and support for electrical systems batteries, ventilation slots, cable routing paths, and mounting points.
Laser cutting enables the production of strong and lightweight metal seat structures that meet safety requirements while optimizing passenger comfort. The accuracy of laser cutting also ensures that metal components and metal seat frames have the precision accuracy needed for restraint systems, seatbelt anchors, and airbag housings.
Messer’s cutting machine lineup features several models that are particularly well-suited for automotive applications:
A compact, low-cost, 5’x 10’ cutting machine offering straight plasma and oxyfuel cutting up to 3”. This machine is perfect for small job shops specializing in custom one-off cut parts.
Mid-size cutting machine made for 24-7 production. Offering automatic plasma bevel cutting, and oxyfuel cutting with drilling up to ½”, and marking options. Add a Slagger cutting table from 6’ to 16’ up to 150’ in length. Perfect for all plate types even heavy-duty plates, and high-strength steels.
The MetalMaster Xcel is a high-performance flatbed plasma/fiber laser unitized cutting machine designed for maximum productivity and precision in automotive parts manufacturing. On board is the Slagger® self-cleaning table with an optional dual shuttle pallet for easy part removal. Ideal for material handling.
The newest cutting machine in the Messers line. The latest technology for fiber-laser beveling cutting up to 52° up to 20kW. This is a total system made for material handling. Your source solution for the high-tech automotive industry gives you a competitive edge.
Messer Cutting Solutions is dedicated to providing the automotive industry with cutting-edge technology and comprehensive support. Our offerings include:
Messer’s cutting machines boast advanced optics and high-powered laser sources, such as fiber lasers up to 20kW or CO2 lasers, ensuring superior cutting quality, precision, and consistency across various materials and thicknesses. These features provide high cutting speeds, excellent edge quality, and reduced need for secondary processing, ultimately increasing overall cutting productivity.
Recognizing that each automotive manufacturer faces unique challenges, Messer offers customizable cutting solutions tailored to specific production needs. Our experts collaborate closely with customers to understand their processes, materials, and goals, developing a cutting solution that optimizes efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Messer is dedicated to providing comprehensive technical support and training to ensure customers achieve optimal performance and maximum uptime from their cutting systems. Our skilled technicians and application engineers offer remote and on-site support, troubleshooting, and maintenance services. We also provide extensive training programs for operators, and maintenance personnel, to develop the skills needed to operate and maintain their machines.
Streamline nesting, simplify the designs, import CAD/Cam programs, that prepare cutting jobs, optimizing material utilization while minimizing scrap. The machine control software enables real-time monitoring, parameter adjustment, and quick issue diagnosis. These innovative solutions help automotive manufacturers reduce programming time, improve material efficiency, and ensure consistent cutting quality across all jobs. Learn More on our OmniWin page.
If you have any questions about any of our machines, contact us and our team will be happy to help you choose the right fit for your construction business.
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