CO2 lasers: The workhorse of laser processing
Greg Blackman on where CO2 lasers excel in materials processing
Greg Blackman on where CO2 lasers excel in materials processing
Coherent’s Florian Furger, Markus Danner and Roland Mayerhofer discuss how combining real-time readings from multiple sensors enables better control of high-precision welding
DigiFabster, known for automating quotes for 3D/AM, CNC, laser-cutting, and waterjet manufacturers
Low GDD optics minimise chromatic aberration and pulse spreading in ultrafast laser systems
The Laserdyne 890 has a powerful and efficient fibre laser, the latest highly flexible BeamDirector, and the S94P control loaded with a full portfolio of Smart Techniques operating capabilities
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 platform could protect users from hazardous waste, provide material-specific knowledge and suggest subtle cutting adjustments
The acquisition will improve MJA's offering by bringing a range of CNC laser cutting, bending and powder coating equipment, into its current operation
The new equipment will allow inventors to design and test prototypes for everything from medical implants to lab-on-a-chip technology
The ByCut Smart 6225 from Bystronic optimises sheet metal utilisation thanks to its larger format, up to 10 kilowatts of laser power, and BeamShaper option.
Dr Jason Lee, of Luxinar, reviews competing CO2 laser technologies in terms of processing capability, relative lifetime and cost
Joshua Evans, of Bofa International, shares how proper fume management helps maintain the durability and build quality of metal 3D printers
Dr Christian Otten, of LaVa-X, demonstrates an alternative to emerging blue and green laser technologies for welding copper in electric vehicle production
A brief introduction to laser welding, the technologies involved, and the advantages it offers over other joining methods
Takaaki Yamanashi, of Amada, shares how users have been getting to grips with the firm’s Locus Beam Control technology since it first debuted at EuroBLECH 2018
Matthew Dale learns how Bosch Research plans to use one of the most recent developments in laser technology
Matthew Dale learnt of smart manufacturing innovations taking place in Japan at the 15th International Laser Marketplace
Dr Thomas Schopphoven, of Fraunhofer ILT, provides an update on the development of EHLA for 3D printing applications
Pravin Sievi, of Scansonic, introduces processing optics that facilitate reproducible and highly reliable hairpin welding in the production of electric motors
Jim Bovatsek of MKS Spectra-Physics, shares how UV picosecond lasers can effectively cut layered stacks of organic polymers in flexible OLED display production