Driving Steel: Laser cutting big MPI parts with TRUMPF

In response to the automotive industry's increasing demand for lighter, safer, and more sustainable vehicles, ArcelorMittal and TRUMPF have joined forces. This partnership combines ArcelorMittal’s expertise in advanced automotive steel with TRUMPF’s cutting-edge laser technology, enabling the precise shaping of laser-welded, hot-stamped MPI parts for modern vehicle design.

Watch the latest episode of Driving Steel. This series explores the evolving automotive landscape and the innovations shaping the future of manufacturing. In this episode, discover how TRUMPF’s 5-axis laser cutting machines integrate seamlessly with ArcelorMittal Multi Part Integration^® solutions to create efficient, sustainable production lines. Discover the power of less in this video.

TRUMPF’s non-contact laser cutting process ensures burr-free edges and minimal waste, while reducing production line wear. These innovations enhance the performance of ArcelorMittal Multi Part Integration^® (MPI) solutions, which streamline vehicle design by combining multiple vehicle components into a single Laser Welded Blank (LWB).

The partnership between ArcelorMittal and TRUMPF is setting new benchmarks for precision, sustainability, and global reach in the automotive industry. TRUMPF’s state-of-the-art 3D laser cutting technology is capable of meeting the exacting tolerances required for ArcelorMittal’s Multi Part Integration^® (MPI) parts. These massive components are integral to the design of modern vehicles, where accuracy in shape and form is critical to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

Sustainability is at the core of this collaboration. By reducing material waste and optimising production processes, TRUMPF’s laser technology not only streamlines manufacturing but also aligns with the industry’s growing demand for environmentally friendly practices. The non-contact nature of laser cutting ensures minimal wear on equipment, further enhancing the sustainability and efficiency of production lines.

This partnership is making a global impact, with cutting-edge solutions that address the diverse needs of automotive manufacturers around the world. By combining TRUMPF’s laser technology with ArcelorMittal’s steel expertise, the two companies are empowering carmakers to produce safer, lighter, and more sustainable vehicles that meet evolving consumer and regulatory demands. This collaboration exemplifies innovation in action, driving the future of automotive manufacturing on a global scale.

The collaboration between ArcelorMittal and TRUMPF exemplifies innovation at the intersection of steel expertise and laser technology, paving the way for safer, more efficient vehicles.