Agricultural Machinery

The Power of Mekotek in the Agricultural Machinery Industry

The agricultural machinery sector faces some of the industry’s most challenging conditions. The machines you manufacture battle rocks, soil, mud, and heavy loads in the field. Machining the high-strength steels (boron steel, Hardox, etc.) and thick chassis components used to prevail in this battle is not something standard machines are capable of.

At Mekotek Laser, we provide the “raw power” and “high-tonnage cutting capability” that agricultural machinery manufacturers need. Thick, hard materials – where drill bits break and plasma cutting leaves behind burrs – are processed as easily as cutting butter with Mekotek Fiber Laser technology, saving your production costs from going down the drain.

Why Choose Mekotek Fiber Lasers for Agricultural Machinery Manufacturing?

In this industry, production is less about “cutting sheet metal” and more about “processing armor.” With its heavy-duty chassis and high-power resonators, Mekotek is built to handle the demanding work of the agricultural sector.

No More Drilling Operations on Thick Materials

Drilling bolt holes in thick parts ranging from 15 mm to 30 mm used in agricultural machinery is the slowest and most costly process in production. Drill bits overheat, become dull, and break. Mekotek Fiber Lasers use “Smart Piercing” technology to drill even the thickest sheets in seconds. Holes drilled with the laser are suitable for bolt assembly; you can completely eliminate the need for drilling operations in your workshop.

Superior Performance in Wear-Resistant Steels (Hardox/Bor)

Plow points, cultivator blades, and harvester parts are made from special wear-resistant steels. Cutting and machining these steels is very difficult. Mekotek technology enables precise cutting without being affected by the material’s hardness and while preserving its heat treatment properties (without losing its hardness). Your blades will last longer in the field.

Ease of Opening the Weld Joint and Assembly

Weld strength is critical in heavy-duty trailer chassis. Mekotek lasers cut thick parts with such precision and cleanliness (perpendicularity) that the parts fit “perfectly” into the welding fixture. Gaps are eliminated, weld penetration increases, and your chassis becomes much stronger.

Industry Applications: From Field to Harvest

Mekotek technology enhances efficiency in every component of agricultural equipment:

Soil Tillage Equipment (Plow, Cultivator)

Tip irons and blades that come into direct contact with the ground and are subjected to high friction. Forming heat-treated materials, such as boron steel, without losing their hardness.

Harvesting and Threshing Machines

Combine harvester augers, sieve plates, and chassis components. These parts, which feature complex geometries and operate under dynamic loads, require smooth (not-notched) cut surfaces to enhance their fatigue resistance. Laser cutting eliminates the risk of microcracks.

Trailers and Transport Equipment

Damper covers, chassis profiles, and axle mounting brackets. In this field, where structural steels such as ST52 are typically used, Mekotek’s thick-section cutting speed doubles your production capacity.

Tractor Cab and Body Parts

The body panels and cab frame—the aesthetic face of the tractor. Our speed and precision in working with thin sheet metal give your tractors a modern and stylish look.

How Do We Help You Grow Your Business?

For an agricultural machinery manufacturer, “cost” and “season” are the two most critical terms. You have to get the machines ready in time for the harvest season.

Ease the Pressure of Seasonal Production

Orders pile up before planting or harvest. Don’t be held back by the slow cutting speeds of plasma or oxygen cutting. The Mekotek Fiber Laser eliminates your bottlenecks with its high cutting speed (especially at power levels of 4 kW and above), ensuring your machines keep up with the season.

Reduce Machining Costs

Lazerden çıkan parçayı frezeye veya matkaba göndermek “çifte maliyet”tir. Mekotek ile “Tek Seferde Bitmiş Parça” (Done-in-One) üreterek, işçilik ve elektrik maliyetlerinizi %30 aşağı çekebilirsiniz.

Speed in Spare Parts Production

A part for a machine that broke down in the field is needed urgently. Without waiting for a mold, you can cut the part from the drawing you have on hand in a matter of minutes and ship it—making you a “lifesaver” in your customer’s eyes.

Technical Insights: Heat Management in Oxygen Cutting

When cutting thick sheet metal (such as 20 mm black sheet metal) with oxygen, excessive heating of the sheet metal can cause the corners to melt.

Mekotek uses “Cool Piercing” and “Corner Cooling” technologies:

Frequently Asked Questions