“Customers want more from tube laser systems”: Mazak brings the FT-250 to Tube 2026

Mazak will use Tube Düsseldorf 2026 to send a clear message to the European market: tube laser cutting is a strategic area of ongoing investment. At the world’s leading trade fair for tube and profile processing, the company will present the European debut of the new FT-250.

“Being present at Tube allows us to reinforce our positioning as a global technology leader,” says Gaetano Lo Guzzo, Director Laser Business Europe, “while introducing a solution that further extends our tube laser offering and responds to the real needs of the market.”

Power, automation and productivity drive the market

According to Lo Guzzo, the laser cutting market has changed significantly in recent years. “We see a continuous increase in demand for higher laser power and a strong acceleration in automation requests,” he explains. These trends apply across laser applications, from sheet metal to tube processing, where customers are increasingly focused on productivity, process stability and cost efficiency.

Within tube cutting in particular, Mazak is responding with solutions designed to handle a wide range of diameters, sections and weights, while supporting demanding production schedules and high-mix workflows.

FT-250: a key addition to Mazak’s tube laser range

With the FT-250, Mazak adds a fourth machine to its tube laser lineup, building on an existing range that already includes three other models. Positioned for medium tube and profile sizes, the new machine targets what Mazak identifies as the largest segment of the market.

“The FT-250 is designed for high-productivity tube processing,” says Lo Guzzo, “with integrated mechanical machining and increased loading capacity that allow heavier components to be completed efficiently in a single setup.”

A defining feature is the dual-head architecture, with dedicated laser cutting and milling heads mounted on independent saddles. This allows simultaneous operations and supports higher throughput on round and square tubes, as well as structural sections. Advanced functions such as drilling, tapping and countersinking can be integrated directly into the process, reducing secondary operations and handling.

Technology outlook and 2026 expectations

“Higher cutting speeds, higher power and deeper integration of processes within the laser machine will remain key,” notes Lo Guzzo. “At the same time, we expect smarter machines, with increasing use of AI-based functions, and further improvements in energy efficiency.”

For 2026, expectations are positive. Mazak anticipates continued growth in demand and strong market acceptance of its latest laser technologies, across tube processing, sheet metal and automated production systems.

Visitors interested in seeing the FT-250 up close and exploring Mazak’s complete tube laser range can meet the company at Tube Düsseldorf 2026, from 13 to 17 April, Hall 5, Stand C17.