Wattsan is a manufacturer of CNC and laser equipment that focuses on full‑cycle production and gradual technical improvement of its machines. The company develops, assembles and tests its systems at its own industrial site, which allows it to control quality at every stage and respond to user feedback.
History and development of the brand
Wattsan CNC Technology was founded in 2003 in Jinan, China, as a producer of CNC machines and industrial tools. Over more than twenty years the company has expanded its portfolio from basic CNC machines to a wide range of laser and milling solutions for different sectors. The brand regularly updates its product line, integrating dozens of engineering improvements collected from dealers, engineers and end users. According to open data, Wattsan machines are now supplied to more than fifty countries and are used on every continent.
Main types of Wattsan equipment
Wattsan produces several groups of industrial machines intended for cutting, engraving, marking, welding, cleaning and bending of materials. The assortment includes CO2 laser machines, fiber metal cutting systems, CNC routers, laser markers, laser welding complexes, laser cleaning equipment, pipe cutting machines and hydraulic CNC press brakes. This diversity makes the equipment applicable in advertising production, furniture manufacturing, metalworking, small‑batch fabrication, workshops and training laboratories.
CO2 laser cutting and engraving machines
Wattsan CO2 lasers are designed for non‑metal materials such as wood, plywood, acrylic, cardboard, leather, fabrics, rubber and certain types of plastics. A typical machine like the Wattsan 1610 ST offers a working area of about 1600×1000 mm and power in the range of 100–130 W, which enables both engraving and through cutting for a wide set of tasks. The design usually provides a through table, enabling processing of sheet and roll materials without repeated repositioning of the workpiece. Machines are suitable for continuous operation and can be used for round‑the‑clock production if properly configured and maintained.
Fiber laser metal cutting systems
For metal processing Wattsan offers fiber laser cutting machines for sheets and tubes. Such systems are intended for cutting steel, stainless steel, aluminum and other metals at high speed with a narrow kerf. Depending on the configuration, machines can handle both flat sheets and profile or round tubing, which is relevant for construction, machine building and manufacturing of metal structures. Power and working area vary by model, allowing users to select equipment according to production volume and typical workpiece size.
CNC routers and additional equipment
In addition to lasers the company manufactures CNC routers for wood, composite panels and certain types of plastics. Such machines are used for milling reliefs, cutting panels, producing furniture parts and decorative elements. Wattsan also supplies laser markers, which are used for high‑precision marking of parts, plates, tools and serial products. For preparation and finishing the brand offers laser welding and laser cleaning systems, which are suitable for joining and surface treatment of metal components.
Engineering features and design approach
One of the design approaches of Wattsan is the pre‑firing of machine beds and frames, which reduces internal stresses and increases the durability of CNC CO2 lasers and routers. Many laser machines use gantries and frames with a significant safety margin, designed to support additional equipment such as cameras, autofocus systems or several laser heads. Individual models apply three‑phase stepper motors and belt gearboxes that convert speed into force and improve engraving accuracy while lowering the load on the drive. Centrally located stepper motors and couplings help synchronize movement along axes and prevent gantry skewing during operation.
Working tables and material handling
Wattsan offers machines with both static tables and lift tables, which differ in how they handle materials of varying thickness. ST versions are equipped with a static table and are optimized for flat materials with constant thickness. LT versions include a vertically adjustable lift table, which allows for processing thicker workpieces and using rotary devices for cylindrical objects. Some machines have removable front panels or through tables, which simplifies feeding of long sheets or fabric rolls and reduces auxiliary time on repositioning.
Laser head and optics
The laser heads on many Wattsan CO2 machines are anodized and designed to prevent backfiring, which prolongs component life. The design supports different lenses: short‑focus for detailed engraving, medium‑focus for universal use and long‑focus for cutting thicker materials. For engraving an extended nozzle is often recommended, while for cutting a narrow nozzle helps increase air assist pressure in the cutting zone. This configuration helps maintain clean edges and stable cutting quality on different materials.
Operation, modernization and service
Wattsan emphasizes full‑cycle manufacturing and responsibility for the entire chain from structural elements to user training. The company regularly introduces upgrades based on feedback from dealers and customers, having implemented more than fifty modernizations over the years. Machines are designed for long‑term operation and, with regular maintenance, can be integrated into continuous production cycles. User support and training are part of the service concept, which helps operators to master equipment and adapt it to their specific tasks.
Applications in different industries
Wattsan machines are used in advertising workshops for production of signs, light boxes, acrylic products and souvenir items. Furniture manufacturers employ CNC routers and CO2 lasers for cutting facades, decorative panels and inlay elements. Metalworking shops use fiber lasers and welding systems for sheet cutting, fabrication of metal structures and preparation of welded joints. Educational organizations and prototyping centers may apply compact models to teach CNC and laser processing basics and for small experimental runs.
Global presence and positioning
Wattsan supplies equipment through a network of dealers and partners in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and other regions. Machines are delivered to more than fifty countries, and the company has participated in dozens of international exhibitions to present its solutions. The brand positions itself as a full‑cycle manufacturer that seeks a balance between component quality, equipment capabilities and the level of user support. Such positioning is intended to make the machines suitable both for small enterprises and for more demanding industrial customers.
Prospects and further development
According to open sources, Wattsan continues to expand its product line toward new applications such as laser welding, cleaning and advanced metal cutting. Regular model updates several times a year allow the company to incorporate new components and develop control systems. Focus on feedback from real production helps identify weak points and refine machine design for specific types of work. This approach supports gradual development of equipment and its adaptation to changing requirements of small and medium‑sized manufacturers.
Wattsan develops and produces CNC and laser machines for cutting, engraving, marking, welding, cleaning and bending materials.
Equipment is supplied worldwide and is used in advertising, furniture manufacturing, metalworking, education and small‑batch production.
