Cutting Through the Noise

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February 2026
By: KRISTOPHER RICH

Advances in fiber laser technology have generated significant attention in recent years. Today, when a shop considers investing in a new CNC cutting machine, the much-publicized benefits of fiber laser may make it seem like the sensible choice.

However, while the perceived benefits of fiber laser are exciting, the technology may not be the right choice for your specific needs. In some cases, plasma may be the superior cutting option. To better understand where the two technologies have advantages, you should ..

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