Laser Processes
Discover a wide array of laser-based processes used on materials, including:
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cutting
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welding
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drilling
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perforating
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marking
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engraving
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surface treatment - (hardening, cladding. polishing)
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micromachining
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cleaning
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ablation
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and more
Our companies offer guidance, trials, paid studies, technical support, tutorials, and case studies to assist with the choice of the proper laser and automation for a wide range of implementations.
Laser Types
CO2 Lasers
Wavelength: 10.6 µm, 10.2µm, 9.4µm (infrared).
Output Type: Continuous or Pulsed
Applications: Cutting, engraving, and marking non-metals (wood, plastics, textiles, ceramics, acrylics)
Fiber Lasers
Wavelength: ~1.06 µm (near-infrared).
Output Type: Continuous or Pulsed (including ns/ps/fs)
Applications: Cutting, welding, marking, and micromachining of metals.
UV Lasers
Wavelength: ~355nm (ultraviolet).
Output Type: Continuous or Pulsed (including ns/ps/fs)
Applications: micro-drilling, cutting, etching, scribing of materials such as polyimide, polycarbonate, PET, thin metals, silicone, and more. Ideal for delicate material
Green Lasers
Wavelength: ~532nm
Output Type: Continuous or Pulsed (including ns/ps/fs)
Applications: Welding, cutting, or marking reflective metals like copper, gold, and silv.er. Ideal for transparent materials such as glass and sapphire.
Fixed Beam - Optics deliver the laser beam straight down providing the smallest beam width possible. Typically mounted on a gantry or at the end of a robot for guiding the beam over the material
Steered Beam; (i.e. galvanometer / scanner)
Uses fast-moving mirrors controlled by motors to rapidly steer the laser beam across the workpiece. Both 2 axis (X/Y) and 3 axis (X/Y/Z) applications supported.
Beam Delivery
Laser Technology with Automation
Welcome to the hub for industrial laser technology and automated solutions. Explore the cutting-edge world of laser integration for manufacturing, engineering, and R&D. Lasers are the ultimate tool for digital manufacturing. A wide range of laser technology is represented here with carefully selected companies. Options range from standard, entry level products to custom builds on a platform to a fully customized process.
All types of lasers are represented here including CO2, Fiber, Nano, Pico, and Femto. Get connected to the best laser integrator experts for your project or development.
Automation may include movements such as linear, rotation or flipping the material or part. It can involve vision for registration or measurement. It could involve dual laser sources with different wavelengths creating a multi-process station. Options available of feeders or robotics to automate loading and unloading discrete parts to increase throughput, and increase the laser "on time".
Turner Laser offer turn-key precision laser solutions working with the latest femto, pico, and nano pulsed laser technology and steered beam delivery. Tailored specifically for your application. Platform based solutions for the customer engineered process. Powerful 2D & 3D processing. Variety of automation and vision capabilities.
TURNER
LASER
Vytek provides both standard and custom solutions for a wide range of applications and industries. Solutions with CO2, UV and Fiber lasers in both fixed beam and steered beam systems. Standard equipment for cutting, welding, marking, etching and cleaning processes. Custom engineered solutions welcomed.
LASER SYSTEMS
Companies Represented
Each company selected below has a high integrity for what is required to deliver successful industrial laser systems. Many variables are involved in a laser process that, if not chosen correctly, can lead to a failed project. Lasers differ on wavelength, pulse type, pulse energy, optic delivery, pulse width, target materials, target specifications. Taking the proper time and effort to vet out the process, yields long running, big impact processes. The upfront process insures the proper choices are made to match to align with your expectations.
Owens Design is ideal for when the laser cell is only one of the multiple steps required in the entire process. If you need a fully automated stations, Owens Design engineers the entire process into a full, automated system customized to the requirements. A focus on high tech industries, including semiconductors, renewable energy, emerging technologies, data storage, and medical devices.
Cross Product
Solutions
Cross Product Solutions offers services for any laser application development or trouble shooting existing processes. Kevin has 30 years of experience in a wide variety of applications, materials, software and controls that drive the laser and its optic train. Experience in many laser wave lengths and optic configurations with numerous controls.
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Marketplace
Explore our marketplace featuring used industrial lasers, scanners, motors, drives, and electrical parts that have been carefully removed from automation lines being repurposed. These items are perfect for a second life or for a back-up.
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