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Solico Metal Expansion Plan: Phase 1

Capacity

Background

By early 2025, Solico Metal was handling a project volume that exceeded the capacity of its existing machines. To resolve this, the management engaged PassX Industrial Solutions to analyze project requirements, profile sizes, and evaluate multiple machine vendors.

As a trusted partner with access to over 100 vetted international suppliers, PassX identified and secured one of the most advanced combo beam-and-sheet laser machines from a well-known, pre-inspected supplier. PassX negotiated the best deal among all vendors, ensuring not only the highest-quality machine but also the best price—backed by lifetime service support.

Goals :

Capacity Increase & Have a Backup to Both Tube Laser and Sheet Laser

What We Did

Capacity Analysis & Bottleneck Identification

  • Purchased a combo machine that serves as a backup for both tube laser and sheet laser operations.

  • Expanded cutting capability from 12″ H-beam (40 ft length) to 59″ height and 118 ft length.

  • Achieved an unmatched increase in capacity while ensuring flexibility and reliability in production.

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  • check icon1 1Successfully delivered all projects on hand, despite initial capacity constraints.
  • check icon1 1Reduced bottlenecks and created more efficient workflow and material handling processes.
  • check icon1 1Prepared the organization for Phase 2 — full expansion into a new 43,000 sq. ft. facility.
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