A Midland-based laser profiling firm has revealed plans to expand its operations into Scotland after announcing record sales.

SSC Laser plans to establish a new site in Motherwell in its first foray north of the border – the third new operation opened by the company in the past six months.

SSC Laser will commence trading in May from the Maxim Business Park on the outskirts of Motherwell.

The company announced record turnover of over £5 million as it conducts a programme of aggressive expansion throughout the UK, with plans to establish operations in every major city in the UK.

Sales manager for Scotland David France said: “There’s a real gap in the market for a dedicated laser job shop here and we’re excited at the prospect of forming partnerships with the diverse business base in Scotland.”

SSC Laser specialises in rapid deliveries of precision laser engineered components, in both flat and tube profiles.

The firm, which also offers press-braking, laser scanning and an in-house CAD service, recently installed a state-of-the-art Bystronic Byspeed Pro 3015 Flat Bed Laser.