Laser Cutting

Compressed air and high purity nitrogen are an important part of the laser cutting process. We have a wide range of high-quality cost-effective solutions to help your process run smoothly.

The industry has seen a shift in recent years away from CO2 laser to fibre lasers. This shift has reduced demand for CO2 but increased nitrogen demand significantly. Fibre lasers use a lot more N2 so some sites have struggled with tank storage space.

As a result, we’ve seen an increase in demand for on-site nitrogen generation systems. These systems are usually delivered pre-assembled on a skid requiring only electrical and pipework connections to be made on site. These systems have their own compressor and use Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA) technology to absorb and expel oxygen to atmosphere. The twin tower design allows a continuous flow of nitrogen as one tower is in operation while the other is regenerating before switching over.

This leaves a mixture of argon and nitrogen with a purity up to 99.999% which is the same as a liquid or bottled supply. That said, we’ve found from our tests that a purity of 99.99% is sufficient for most users without discolouration.

Where can we help

  • Take control

    You have control of own supply – no supply chain issues.

  • High purity and high flow

    All-in-one high pressure nitrogen skids deliver nitrogen at a high purity and high flow. Perfect for multiple laser sites.

  • Cost effective

    Lower operating costs than a liquid or bottled supply. No boil off losses or delivery charges.

  • Clean, dry compressed air

    Atlas Copco  all-in- one high pressure nitrogen skids deliver quality, dry air to protect expensive equipment in your production.

On-site nitrogen case study:

  • Faster and easier brewery processes from onsite nitrogen generation

    The customer was previously only using CO2 from cylinders for the various brewing processes. A number of these processes can be done using nitrogen which can be generated onsite, reducing the reliance on external suppliers.

    The new equipment has given the brewery capacity for growth, while also making the processes a lot faster. They have saved money in the production process, with payback on the new machinery expected in just over a year. Plus, they are now in control of a reliable supply of nitrogen.

    Read the full case study>>>

What our customers say

We have dealt with PPS for 25 years since they installed our original system, they have always been professional, quick to respond and helpful in maintaining our system. 

When we decided to investigate updating our system, they provided useful data on our existing and future possibilities.  This data along with their advice was superb. 

The new system has met our expectations. I would always recommend PPS.

John Gibson

Waddington & Ledger Group

I’ve worked with pneumatics but had no schematics for this particular application, so PPS helped us all the way through. I’m really impressed with the system; it lifts up easily and is set on a 360° revolving plate with wheels that also turn, which makes it easy to manoeuvre.

PPS were very helpful and supportive, sorting every problem in the process and taking the stress off me. Everything was spot on, I can’t fault PPS and I would highly recommend their services.

Connor Turner

Safe Stage Services

PPS are a great team to work with. I have peace of mind and working with them takes something off my plate. They leave me knowing it’s left in good hands and that I know I don’t have to worry about the compressors or the plant room.

Without the compressors we wouldn’t run, so working with a company that gives me no headaches is all you want.

Bob Holinski

Facilities & Engineering Manager, Cirteq Ltd

I was naturally nervous about replacing our complete pneumatic system during full production.

From our initial meetings, PPS were completely professional and remained so throughout the whole project – high levels of safety and courtesy were maintained. I had zero interruption to the plant, the engineers fully understood the needs of my plant and worked around us.

It was a completely painless project.

Ron Stromberg

Site Engineering Manager, Morrisons Gadbrook

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