How to Streamline Your Laser Cutting Orders (And Save Time on Every Job)
🛠️ Introduction
Whether you're a project manager, fabricator, or small business owner—you don’t have time to waste chasing up suppliers, waiting on quotes, or fixing files that aren’t cut-ready.
At Metalmorphic Laser, we work with busy builders, engineers, and manufacturers every day. And we’ve learned exactly what helps make your laser cutting orders smoother, faster, and more efficient—without sacrificing quality.
Here’s how to streamline your workflow and save hours on every job.
1. Use the Same File Naming Conventions
Every time you send us files, use clear names like:
Bracket_3mm_MildSteel_v2.dxfScreenDesign_FrontGate_Aluminium_5mm.ai
✅ Bonus: Include material, thickness, and version in the filename
That way, we know exactly what’s what—without needing back-and-forth emails.
2. Bundle Related Files into One Submission
Working on a single job with multiple parts? Zip everything together.
Also include a PDF with notes, quantities, and project reference.
✅ Tip: Use a standard format like:
Project: Smith Fitout
Material: 5mm Mild Steel
Files: TopBracket_v1.dxf (qty 8), SidePlates_v2.dxf (qty 4)
Notes: Fold line etched on TopBracket
This saves you admin time—and lets us quote and cut faster.
3. Reorder by Job Number or Description
If you’ve ordered before, there’s no need to start from scratch.
Just say:
“Can I get 10 more of the Top Brackets from Job #1062?”
or
“Repeat the Smith Fitout order, same specs as March.”
We archive all jobs with notes, materials, and file versions—so repeat orders are easy.
4. Request Design Help Upfront
Not sure if your file will work? Let us know upfront so we can help before it gets urgent.
We offer:
File cleaning and DXF prep
Material thickness guidance
Nesting and layout optimisation
Folding compatibility checks
A quick check early on saves days later.
5. Use Email Consistently or Set a Shared Folder
If you’re ordering regularly, use a dedicated contact (like your estimating team’s inbox) or ask us to set up a shared upload folder. That way:
We know where orders are coming from
Nothing gets lost between staff turnover or project handovers
You have a consistent digital trail for reorders
6. Book Priority Jobs in Advance (If You Can)
We often offer same-day or next-day cutting, but if you know a big job is coming, give us a heads-up.
We’ll:
Lock in your material
Schedule the machine
Avoid rush fees or production bottlenecks
🧠 Summary: What Makes Ordering Faster
✅ Clear filenames
✅ Combined job notes
✅ Reorders by reference
✅ Early design questions
✅ Centralised communication
✅ Giving us a heads-up
📞 Want Help Streamlining Your Orders?
We’ve helped dozens of builders, trades, and manufacturers get their workflow running smoother.
Contact Metalmorphic Laser today to get started—or set up a repeat job file that saves you time every single order.