Display Stands & Shelving Systems

Mekotek Fiber Laser Power in the Manufacturing of Display Stands and Shelving Systems

Display and shelving systems, used in every sector from retail to massive logistics warehouses, require high-volume metal fabrication capacity. For manufacturers, competitiveness is won not only through durability but also through “turnaround time” and “assembly speed.” It is essential to produce thousands of perforated back panels, meters of profiles, and complex connection brackets flawlessly, quickly, and cost-effectively.

At Mekotek Laser, we’re revolutionizing the “hole-drilling speed” and “profile machining” processes – the biggest bottlenecks for shelf and display stand manufacturers. With our fiber laser technology, we’re pushing beyond the limits of traditional press and punch machines, taking your production line to the next level.

Why Choose Mekotek for Display Stand and Shelving Production?

The manufacture of stands and shelves relies heavily on the use of sheet metal and profiles. In this process, speed, scrap rate, and part fit-up determine your profitability. Mekotek Fiber Laser Cutting Machines offer you unmatched advantages in these three critical areas.

1. Hundreds of Holes Per Minute with Fly-Cut Technology

The back panels of supermarket shelves (perforated sheet metal/pegboard) contain thousands of slots and holes. While this process used to take minutes with older technologies, the “Fly-Cut” technology in Mekotek machines allows the laser head to cut these holes in seconds without ever stopping – simply by turning the beam on and off. This feature reduces your standard shelf production time by up to 60%.

2. Profile and Pipe Machining Capabilities

The main support columns and beams of heavy-duty racks are made of profiles. Thanks to Mekotek’s tube/profile cutting solutions or divider systems integrated into the plate, you can machine mounting holes, locking slots, and keyway openings on the profiles in a single operation – without the need for molds and without burrs.

3. Smart Design Options for Weld-Free Assembly

The ±0.05 mm precision offered by laser cutting allows you to create “tab-and-slot” designs. The parts fit together and lock into place like a jigsaw puzzle. This reduces the need for welding jigs, minimizes welding labor, and cuts on-site assembly time in half.

Industry Applications: A Seamless Solution from Warehouse to Store

Mekotek’s fiber laser technology enhances efficiency at every level of the shelving industry:

Grocery Store and Retail Equipment

Aisles, gondola ends, and checkout counter bases – all manufactured from thin sheet metal ranging from 0.50 mm to 1.5 mm in thickness, with a strong emphasis on aesthetics. Mekotek’s high cutting speed and burr-free surface quality for thin sheet metal ensure that parts sent to the paint line are flawless.

Heavy-Duty and Warehouse Shelving Systems (Rack Systems)

Thick profiles and base plates used in logistics centers to carry tons of cargo. Mekotek fiber lasers enhance structural integrity by producing straight, smooth cuts even in thick materials (between 10 mm and 20 mm).

Promotional and Trade Show Booths

Rapidly changing projects that require custom designs and typically have tight deadlines. Thanks to the ability to move from design to production in minutes – without any tooling costs – you won’t have to say “no” to your customers’ urgent requests.

How Do We Help You Grow Your Business?

Profit margins in the shelving industry are low, so you need to make up for it with volume. Mekotek Laser increases your profitability by reducing your operating costs:

Eliminate Punch Press Costs

The noise from punch presses, constantly breaking punch tips, and maintenance costs are a thing of the past. The cost of consumables for fiber lasers is much lower than for punch presses, and there is no die change time.

Superior Performance in Galvanized Sheet Metal

Galvanized sheet metal, which is the most commonly used material in the industry, is difficult to cut. Mekotek machines are equipped with special parameters that allow for high-speed cutting without burning the galvanized coating or compromising corrosion resistance.

Common Line Cutting

When cutting rectangular parts such as shelf panels, our software joins the parts together and separates the two parts with a single line. This technology provides time savings of up to 30% and gas savings of up to 15%.

Technical Expertise: Experience the Mekotek Difference

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