Formnext 2021
In addition to the entire spectrum of different additive manufacturing processes, Formnext presents an overview of all upstream and downstream processes
Cladding
Laser Mech introduces high-power laser wire direct deposition head for processing macro-scale industrial and aerospace components
2 September 2021
Laser Mech’s new FiberWELD DH is a high-power, laser wire, direct deposition head for processing macro-scale industrial and aerospace components
(a) Aero-engine components in need of repair. (b) powder developed indigenously at ARCI. (Image: ARCI)
Indian scientists repair aero-engine components using new cladding processes
30 August 2021
Components repaired using the new processes were found to be free from distortion and exhibited excellent performance
Laser Symposium & ISAM 2021
For the eleventh time in a row, Laser Symposium 2021 brings together world's leading laser experts, end-users and newcomers from both industry and academia. With a focus on latest laser developments and their suitability for industrial applications, it offers an ideal platform for scientific and technical exchange on various aspects of laser materials processing.
The combination of wire and powder tested at the Fraunhofer IPT resulted in hardness increases of the material of up to 30 per cent. (Image: Fraunhofer IPT)
Flexible & cost-effective hybrid cladding process developed
6 August 2021
The new method is significantly more cost-effective than powder processes while offering greater material flexibility than wire processes
Lasermet launches low cost, self-assembly laser safety cabin
9 February 2021
This is a Class 1 laser safety enclosure which is tested and certified to the internationally recognised laser safety standards
EHLA was successfully used to coat a heating roller with corrosion-resistant iron-based powder. (Image: Fraunhofer ILT)
High-speed cladding coats industrial rollers at 200m/min
3 February 2021
Project partners are looking for the first users of a newly developed EHLA process chain
EHLA can operate up to 10 times faster than conventional LMD. Image: Fraunhofer ILT
TWI launches EHLA research project
2 April 2020
Following its acquisition of the UK’s first EHLA system, TWI is investigating the capabilities and future potential of EHLA technology.
Coating a brake disc via EHLA (Credit: Fraunhofer ILT/Volker Lannert)
Augmenting automotive production
11 December 2019
Keely Portway looks at some of the latest ways laser surface treatment is being used to optimise automotive production
Laser powder deposition technology enhances oil & gas drill stabiliser reconditioning
16 October 2019
TLM Laser’s Andy Toms explains how Alpha Laser’s cladding and hardening technology brings significant benefits to the maintenance and repair of drilling components for the oil and gas industry
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