Batch cutting for repeat orders and planned production
When a job needs more than a few sheets, accuracy starts to matter in a different way. Large batch cutting is set up for repeatable sizes, tidy pack counts and consistent parts that can move straight into production, display work or assembly. It suits manufacturers, fabricators, sign makers, design studios and builders who need the same result across many units, not just one-off pieces.
We cut PETG sheets to your required dimensions from our Epping base, with attention to square edges, matching lengths and practical handling for transport. If your order is going to site, to a workshop or into stock, the sheets can be labelled by job and packed for easier checking on arrival. For bigger runs, that saves time at receiving and keeps mistakes down.
- Repeatable sizing across multiple sheets
- Suitable for commercial, workshop and trade use
- Pack counts and labels for easier issue on site
- Local collection in Cape Town, courier packing nationwide
What is included in a large batch job
A large batch order can include straight cuts, strip cutting, panel cutting and custom sizing, depending on how the material will be used. If needed, we can leave protective film on during cutting, then remove it only where the job calls for it. Hole marking and edge deburring are also available where the finished part needs cleaner handling or a more finished edge.
Our team checks the cutting list before work starts, then sets out the sheet sizes to suit the material and the number of parts required. If the order needs mixed sizes, we separate the runs so each group is packed and labelled on its own. That helps when different departments or project phases are receiving material at the same time.
- Cut lists checked before production starts
- Mixed size runs can be separated by pack
- Film can stay on for protection during handling
- Edge deburring available on request
How the process works from enquiry to pack-out
Clients start by sending the job details through the enquiry form on our contact page. Include the material type, sheet thickness, finished size, quantity, whether you want film left on, and any marking or packaging instructions. If there are drawings or a repeat order schedule, add those too. Clear information upfront keeps the batch accurate and helps us quote properly.
Once the brief is confirmed, we schedule the work, cut the material and carry out the requested finishing. Finished pieces are counted, packed and labelled before collection or courier dispatch. For some jobs, we can split quantities into separate boxes or bundles so the site team does not need to unpack everything at once.
- Send the cut list and quantity through the enquiry form
- We confirm the brief and pricing approach
- Production, finishing and count check
- Packing, labelling and dispatch or collection
Sheet sizes, thicknesses and practical batch specs
Large batch cutting is available across common PETG sheet sizes used in local fabrication and display work. Typical sheet thicknesses are 0.5 mm, 1 mm, 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm and 4 mm, with other options depending on the job. Larger panels can be processed for commercial work, and smaller pieces can be nested to make better use of the sheet, which is useful when the order count climbs.
For good results, we work from confirmed dimensions in millimetres. If a job includes tight tolerances, it is better to allow for a practical cutting allowance rather than relying on nominal sheet sizes alone. In Cape Town and along the coast, this is especially useful for parts that will be stored in humid conditions before use or installation.
- Common thickness range: 0.5 mm to 4 mm
- Dimensions should be supplied in millimetres
- Best for repeat parts with practical tolerances
- Suitable for inland and coastal storage conditions
Turnaround for commercial quantities
Turnaround depends on the size of the batch, the finishing required and the current production queue. Smaller large-batch runs may be turned around quickly, while bigger or mixed-size orders need more time for cutting, checking and packing. If you are working to a launch date, shutdown window or site handover, mention that when you send the enquiry so we can plan the job properly.
We also factor in courier time for out-of-town orders. For inland deliveries, allow for transit from Cape Town as well as the production lead time. In the wet season or during load-shedding interruptions, it is wise to build in a little extra time rather than leaving the schedule too tight. It avoids rushed packing and keeps the order accurate.
- Lead time depends on volume and finishing
- Courier transit is added for nationwide orders
- Allow extra time for urgent site deadlines
- Batch work is scheduled to keep sizing consistent
Pricing approach, packing and maintenance intervals
Pricing for large batch cutting is usually based on material size, thickness, quantity, cut complexity and any added finishing such as deburring, marking or special packing. Straight repeat cuts are simpler to price than mixed-part jobs with multiple sizes, so sending a clear list helps keep the quote accurate. If you are comparing several runs, it can be useful to break the order into the same format each time so you can see where the cost comes from.
For storage and maintenance, PETG sheets are best kept flat, dry and out of direct sun until use. In busy workshops, it is worth checking stacked sheets at regular intervals so dust, moisture and handling marks do not build up. A monthly inspection suits most stock rooms, while high-use production areas may need a weekly check. If the film is left on, remove it only when the parts are ready for fitting or final use.
- Price depends on size, quantity and cut complexity
- Quoted separately for deburring, marking and packing extras
- Store flat, dry and out of direct sun
- Check stored stock weekly in busy areas or monthly for slower stock
Collection points and courier delivery options
Large batch cutting is done from Epping in Cape Town, with collection available for clients in the area and courier packing for orders going further afield. We also work with clients collecting from nearby business areas such as Montague Gardens, Bellville, Parow, Somerset West, Paarl, Stellenbosch and Claremont. For collected orders, bring suitable transport so the panels stay flat and protected on the way out.
If you need the sheets sent out, we pack for courier with care to reduce movement and edge damage in transit. That matters on bigger orders, because even a small amount of shifting can affect how easily the job is received and counted at the other end. For project work that is split across branches or teams, job labelling is especially useful.
- Epping collection available in Cape Town
- Courier packing for nationwide delivery
- Job labelling helps with multi-team issue
- Flat transport recommended for collected sheet orders
Key facts
| Service type | Large batch cutting for PETG sheet orders |
|---|---|
| Base | Epping, Cape Town |
| Coverage | Local collection and nationwide courier delivery |
| Common thicknesses | 0.5 mm, 1 mm, 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm |
| Finishing options | Straight cuts, strip cutting, panel cutting, edge deburring, hole marking |
| Order notes | Quantities, finished size, film preference, packing and labelling instructions |
