Rapid Turn Laser & Machine, LLC., based in Houston, Texas, is a story of passion, precision, and perseverance. Founded in 2012 by Michael Viator, a CPA turned entrepreneur, the company began with one industrial laser and just two employees. Today, it has grown into a diversified manufacturer serving industries from oilfield services to aerospace, producing everything from blowout preventer parts to rocket components.
“We started with just me and one operator,” Michael recalls. “Now we have three large industrial lasers, advanced welding and bending capabilities, and a team of about 30 highly skilled people. I’m very proud of what we’ve built.”
But with growth came new challenges—not just in operations, but also in managing the financial side of the business, including finding the right small business POS solutions to keep pace with evolving customer needs.
Scaling growth while protecting margins
Like many growing businesses, Rapid Turn needed more than just the right equipment—it needed a payment partner that matched its commitment to efficiency, innovation, and customer service.
“When we started, we used a service offered through QuickBooks,” Michael explains. “It wasn’t a bad service, but it was expensive. And as our business grew, we needed something more sophisticated.”
Customers increasingly preferred to pay with credit cards and purchasing cards, but they weren’t always willing to absorb transaction fees. This left Rapid Turn shouldering unnecessary costs—eating into margins at a time when the business was rapidly scaling.
“The industry has changed significantly in the last 10 years,” says Michael. “People want the convenience of paying by card, but they don’t want to pay the fee. That was a real challenge for us.”
Smarter small business POS solutions with Sekure
That’s where Sekure Payment Experts came in. After discovering Sekure, Michael was impressed by the company’s combination of savings, security, and support.
“We switched to Sekure about 10 years ago, and it was seamless,” Michael recalls. “Sekure gave us better tools, better economy, and terminals at no extra cost—which mattered a lot back then. We were online quickly and it just worked.”
Sekure’s contactless payment options, handheld terminals, and online transaction management gave Rapid Turn the flexibility it needed to process payments smoothly while keeping full visibility into daily operations.
“It’s a forgiving system,” says Michael. “We can look into transactions, see what was done, and fix issues if needed. That makes a big difference.”
The real game-changer was Sekure’s Edge program. By allowing Rapid Turn to pass along processing fees to customers who chose the convenience of card payments, the company protected its margins without losing flexibility.
“I’d estimate we save somewhere between 10% and 15% compared to our old provider,” says Michael. “That savings is significant—and it’s why we made the switch.”
Savings that fuel innovation and growth
Since partnering with Sekure, Rapid Turn has been able to focus more energy on what it does best: precision manufacturing. The simplicity and savings of Sekure’s small business POS solutions freed up resources for investment in advanced equipment, including CNC machining and specialized aerospace tooling.
Key results with Sekure:
- Growth from 2 employees in 2013 to about 30 today
- Expansion from 1 to 3 industrial lasers, each valued at $1.5–$2 million
- Diversification into oilfield, aerospace, renewable energy, and architectural fabrication
- 10–15% savings in payment processing costs with Sekure’s Edge program
- A 10+ year trusted partnership with no security issues and reliable support
We’re proud of the work we do across industries — from oilfield to rockets — and Sekure has been with us every step of the way. The savings are important, but so is the trust. We’ve had no security issues, seamless onboarding, and tools that grow with us.
A partnership built on trust and results
For Rapid Turn Laser & Machine, LLC., partnering with Sekure wasn’t just about payments—it was about unlocking growth, protecting margins, and gaining peace of mind.
If your business is ready to save and scale with smarter payment solutions, it’s time to discover what Sekure can do for you.
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