Advantages to laser cutting:

-Fast and precise cutting of intricate parts
-Computer controlled accuracy
-Smooth edges,  reduced deburring
-Minimize tooling expense
-Work with a variety of materials, thicknesses, shapes and tolerances
-Flexible application to create a variety of parts

Laser cutting material and thickness:
Stainless steel: 0.1-12mm 
Mild steel: 0.1-20mm

Aluminium: 0.1-6mm
Acrylic: 0.1-40mm
Wood: 0.5-50mm
Cloth & leather: 0.1-3mm