WIKPOL: From Limits to Precision with Eagle Lasers
WIKPOL is a Polish company based in Lublin, operating since 1991. With over 30 years of experience, it specializes in the design, production, and implementation of robotic systems for palletizing, depalletizing, and collective packaging. In addition to delivering complete industrial solutions, WIKPOL also develops its own software and control systems.
One of its latest steps forward has been the introduction of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) — transport units that navigate production floors independently. Using laser sensors, cameras, and intelligent algorithms, these robots analyze their environment in real time and select the most efficient path.
WIKPOL works with clients in over 30 industries, including automotive, chemical, and food. Its customers are primarily large-scale manufacturers operating both in Poland and abroad.
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Breaking the Limits of Plasma
For several years, WIKPOL used plasma cutting in its production processes. While suitable for basic needs, it eventually fell short of the company’s growing requirements for precision, repeatability, and flexibility — particularly for complex geometries and thicker sheet metal.
“Plasma didn’t allow us to cut small interlocks in thicker sheets — we had to rely on simple shapes and then weld components along their entire length,” says Artur Polański, Production Manager at WIKPOL.
The limitations of plasma were affecting both design flexibility and production times. To overcome these challenges, WIKPOL began looking for a more advanced solution. The move toward fiber laser technology was driven by the need to improve part quality, reduce welding time, and increase overall efficiency.
After sending their own materials and technical drawings to be test-cut at Eagle’s headquarters — and confirming that the results matched their expectations — WIKPOL decided to invest in a 3 kW Eagle eVision 1530.
“The cutting process convinced us right away. The parts were precise, and the quality was excellent,” notes Polański.
Sharper Cuts, Smoother Workflow
Today, WIKPOL processes materials ranging from 1 to 22 mm thick with consistent results. The fiber laser delivers clean, smooth edges and a level of dimensional accuracy that wasn’t possible with plasma.
The new system has also simplified the workflow. Unnecessary steps like additional welding have been eliminated, helping to speed up production, reduce waste, and lower operating costs. Another benefit WIKPOL emphasizes is how easy the Eagle machine was to integrate into daily operations.
“Our operators picked it up quickly. Even those without prior experience in laser technology were able to run the machine confidently after just a week of training,” says Polański.
A Cutting System Built for the Future
With the Eagle fiber laser in place, WIKPOL has significantly streamlined its processes and reduced lead times. The system has also improved the company’s ability to respond to custom orders — both in terms of material types and part complexity.
Greater precision and repeatability have opened up new design possibilities while reducing the need for post-processing, saving time and resources.
“I would recommend Eagle machines to any company thinking about growth,” concludes Polański.
WIKPOL shows how adopting the right technology at the right time can strengthen a company’s position in a competitive market. In modern manufacturing, better quality, greater efficiency, and faster delivery can make all the difference.