GS-HG Series

The Glorystar GS-HG Series Tube Laser Cutting Machines are designed for manufacturers seeking greater automation, improved material utilization, and higher production efficiency. Featuring a full-stroke three-chuck design, automated material handling options, and short-tail processing technology, the GS-HG Series helps fabricators reduce waste, streamline workflows, and support high-volume tube production.

About GS-HG Series

The GS-HG Series expands on traditional tube laser processing by utilizing a full-stroke three-chuck architecture that provides continuous tube support throughout the cutting process, including applications involving long tube and pipe lengths. This design improves material utilization, enhances processing stability, and helps manufacturers maximize usable tube length while maintaining cutting accuracy.

Designed for production-focused fabrication environments, the GS-HG Series combines automation-ready configurations, high-speed motion performance, and flexible material handling options to support efficient single-shift, multi-shift, and lights-out manufacturing operations. Available in laser power configurations from 3 kW to 12 kW, multiple tube capacities, and various machine layouts, the GS-HG Series can be tailored to a wide range of tube processing requirements.

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Key Features of the GS-HG Series

  • Full-Stroke Three-Chuck Architecture

    • Three-chuck design provides continuous tube support
    • Improves processing stability during cutting
    • Maximizes usable material length

    Short-Tail Material Processing

    • Reduces remnant material
    • Improves material utilization
    • Helps lower raw material waste

    Automation-Ready Production Platform

    • Compatible with automated loading systems
    • Supports automated unloading solutions
    • Designed for higher-volume production environments

    High-Performance Motion System

    • High positioning speeds and acceleration
    • Precision synchronization of all three chucks
    • Designed for continuous manufacturing operation

    Flexible Processing Capability

    • Processes round, square, and rectangular tube
    • Optional support for angle, channel, and I-beam profiles
    • Optional bevel cutting capability available

Benefits of Choosing GS-HG Series

Maximize Material Utilization

  • Reduce remnant material
  • Increase usable tube yield
  • Improve material efficiency

Increase Production Throughput

  • Support faster processing workflows
  • Reduce non-cutting time
  • Improve overall machine utilization

Reduce Manual Material Handling

  • Integrate loading and unloading automation
  • Improve workflow consistency
  • Support labor efficiency

Improve Production Stability

  • Continuous tube support during processing
  • Consistent part quality
  • Reliable performance across production runs

Support Manufacturing Growth

  • Multiple machine configurations available
  • Scalable automation options
  • Supports increasing production demands

GS-HG Series Specifications

Click the dropdowns below to view detailed specifications for the GS-HG Series.

GS-24HG

GS-24HG Half Side-Mounted

GS-24HG Semi Side-Mounted

GS-6024HG

GS-9024HG

GS-12024HG

GS-6024HG

GS-9024HG

GS-12024HG

Max Auto Loading Length

mm

<6500

<9200

<12200

<6400

<9200

<12200

ft

<21.3

<30.2

<40.0

<21.0

<30.2

<40.0

Max Manual Loading Length

mm

<7600

<10300

<13300

<7500

<10300

<13300

ft

<24.9

<33.8

<43.6

<24.6

<33.8

<43.6

 

Round Tube

mm

15 – 230

in

0.6 – 8.9

Square Tube

mm

15 – 230

in

0.6 – 8.9

I-Beam

mm

5 – 20# (China Standard)
50 x 37 – 200 x 102

in

5 – 20# (China Standard)
2.0 x 1.5 – 7.9 x 4.0

Laser Power

kW

3 / 6 / 12

Repeat Positioning Accuracy

mm

≤0.05

in

≤0.002

Positioning Accuracy

mm

≤0.1

in

≤0.0039

Max Positioning Speed

m/min

80

ft/min

262.5

Max Acceleration

G

1.0

Max Chuck Speed

RPM

100

Max Single Pipe Weight

kg

≤260

lb

≤573.2

Bevel Cutting Capacity

Optional: ±45°

GS-36HG

GS-6036HG

GS-9036HG

GS-12036HG

Max Auto Loading Length

mm

<6500

<9200

<12200

ft

<21.3

<30.2

<40.0

Max Manual Loading Length

mm

<7600

<10300

<13300

ft

<24.9

<33.8

<43.6

Round Tube

mm

30 – 360

in

1.2 – 14.2

Square Tube

mm

30 – 360

in

1.2 – 14.2

I-Beam

mm

10 – 32# (China Standard)
100 x 70 – 320 x 140

in

10 – 32# (China Standard)
4.0 x 2.8 – 12.6 x 5.5

Laser Power

kW

3 / 6 / 12

Repeat Positioning Accuracy

mm

≤0.3

in

≤0.0118

Positioning Accuracy

mm

≤0.05

in

≤0.002

Max Positioning Speed

m/min

50

ft/min

164

Max Acceleration

G

0.5

Max Chuck Speed

RPM

50

Max Single Pipe Weight

kg

≤1000

lb

≤2205

Bevel Cutting Capacity

Optional: ±45°

 

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GS-HG Series FAQ's

A:  A three-chuck tube laser design provides additional tube support throughout the cutting process, helping improve material utilization, processing stability, and production efficiency.

Benefits of a three-chuck design include:

  • Improved support for long tubes during processing
  • Reduced remnant material and improved material utilization
  • Greater cutting stability throughout the tube length
  • Consistent positioning accuracy during production
  • Enhanced support for automated material handling workflows

The GS-HG Series utilizes a full-stroke three-chuck architecture that allows all three chucks to move with the material during processing. This design helps maximize usable tube length while supporting efficient, high-volume production environments.

A:  The GS-HG Series is designed to process a wide range of tube, pipe, and profile materials used in fabrication and manufacturing applications.

Supported materials and profiles include:

  • Round tube
  • Square tube
  • Rectangular tube
  • Pipe
  • Angle iron (optional)
  • Channel (optional)
  • I-beam sections (optional)

Profile capabilities vary by model and application requirements.

The GS-HG Series is available in multiple capacity configurations, allowing manufacturers to process everything from small production tubing to larger industrial tube and pipe applications while maintaining high levels of accuracy and productivity.

A:  The GS-HG Series tube laser cutting machines are designed for manufacturers seeking higher production efficiency, automation capability, and improved material utilization.

Common industries include:

  • Metal fabrication
  • Pipe and fabrication shops
  • Mechanical contracting
  • Process piping
  • Agricultural equipment manufacturing
  • Construction equipment manufacturing
  • Trailer manufacturing
  • Fitness equipment manufacturing
  • Furniture manufacturing
  • Industrial equipment manufacturing
  • OEM and contract manufacturing
  • Contract manufacturing

Common applications include:

  • Tube laser cutting
  • Pipe laser cutting
  • Tube coping
  • Tube notching
  • Tube slotting
  • Frame fabrication
  • Welded assemblies
  • Material handling equipment
  • Structural tube fabrication

The GS-HG Series is particularly beneficial for manufacturers processing higher production volumes where automation, throughput, and material utilization directly impact operating efficiency and profitability.

A:  Yes. The GS-HG Series is specifically designed to support automated production workflows and can be integrated with a variety of material handling solutions.

Available automation options may include:

  • Bundle loading systems
  • Conveyor loading systems
  • Automatic unloading systems (configuration dependent)
  • Part collection and handling systems (configuration dependent)

Potential benefits include:

  • Reduced manual material handling
  • Improved machine utilization
  • More consistent production throughput
  • Reduced labor requirements
  • Support for multi-shift and lights-out manufacturing

Automation features and material handling options may vary by model and configuration. Bramac Machinery can help evaluate your production requirements, labor availability, facility layout, and automation goals to determine the most appropriate solution for your operation.

A:  Both machines utilize Glorystar’s full-stroke three-chuck architecture, automation-ready design, and short-tail material processing technology. The primary differences involve tube capacity, material weight capability, and production requirements.

GS-24HG – Best suited for:

  • Small to medium-sized tube and pipe
  • High-speed production environments
  • Applications requiring capacities up to 230 mm (9.1 in)
  • Manufacturers prioritizing throughput and automation

GS-36HG – Best suited for:

  • Larger diameter tube and pipe
  • Heavier materials
  • Applications requiring capacities up to 360 mm (14.2 in)
  • Manufacturers requiring greater tube weight capacity and larger profile processing

GS-24HG Configuration Options

The GS-24HG is available in both Half Side-Mounted and Semi Side-Mounted configurations.

Both utilize the same three-chuck cutting platform and processing capabilities. The primary difference is machine layout and footprint requirements.

  • Half Side-Mounted: Longer, narrower machine footprint
  • Semi Side-Mounted: Shorter overall machine length with a wider footprint

Bramac Machinery can help evaluate your tube sizes, production goals, automation plans, and available floor space to determine the most appropriate GS-HG configuration for your operation.