At Wrightform we are delighted to announce a significant enhancement to our manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a state-of-the-art fibre laser from TRUMPF. This strategic investment aligns with our ongoing commitment to delivering top-tier quality, higher efficiency and sustainable production for our subcontract metal fabrication customers.
Our new Trumpf TruLaser 3030 is a high-precision laser cutting machine that enables Wrightform to produce accurate, repeatable components across a wide range of materials and thicknesses. With a large working area of up to 3,000 × 1,500 mm, excellent positioning accuracy and the ability to cut mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium and non-ferrous metals, it delivers cleaner edges and consistent part quality. This precision is critical for ensuring parts move seamlessly into downstream processes such as deburring, industrial levelling and forming.
Why this matters
The new fibre laser represents a major upgrade from our previous CO₂ laser systems, enabling faster cutting speeds, higher precision, lower maintenance and improved energy efficiency. For our clients, this translates into quicker turnaround times, tighter tolerances and the ability to confidently quote on more complex or demanding job profiles. It also supports our mission to reduce our environmental impact — a direct benefit to both our business and our partner firms.
Support from the Suffolk Economy Grant
We’re particularly pleased to acknowledge support for this project, which is part-funded by Suffolk County Council by way of the Suffolk Economy Grant programme. This scheme exists to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in Suffolk invest in innovation, digital technology adoption and clean growth (including energy efficient plant & machinery).
The grant helped Wrightform to replace our legacy CO₂ lasers and accelerate the deployment of advanced manufacturing equipment in our facility. The application and collaboration process was smooth and constructive — we value the working relationship and look forward to building on it.
What this means for our customers
With this new capability in place, our subcontract metal fabrication service is set to benefit in several tangible ways:
- Improved lead times – the faster cutting speeds mean we can handle higher volumes or tighter schedules.
- Enhanced precision & capability – the TRUMPF fibre laser opens up more complex geometries, thinner sections and intricate profiles with consistent quality.
- Reduced carbon footprint – this upgrade is part of our broader sustainability drive, enabling more efficient energy usage and less waste.
Future-proofing our offer – with further improvements scheduled over the next six months, we are reinforcing our commitment to delivering the highest quality, service and responsiveness our customers expect.
By integrating laser cutting with deburring, flattening, levelling and bending operations under one roof, Wrightform ensures components are not only cut accurately, but are also stress-relieved, dimensionally stable and ready for welding, machining or assembly — improving tolerances, reducing rework and delivering a higher-quality end product for customers.
Looking ahead
As we roll out further enhancements to our operations, our goal remains firmly focused on being the trusted partner of choice for metal fabrication subcontract work. Our strategy focuses on quality, reliability, speed and sustainability. This investment positions Wrightform to support our clients’ evolving needs whether they are in structural fabrication, architectural metalwork, bespoke production or high-volume runs.
We’d like to extend our thanks again to everyone involved in delivering this project — from our operations team and the suppliers to those who gave us grant funding. Together we’re ensuring Wrightform remains at the forefront of modern, sustainable manufacturing.
— Team Wrightform
