Ampacet introduces two new masterbatches for laser marking
23 June 2020
The masterbatches are cost-effective and enable high-definition, high-contrast laser marking on clear and dark surfaces using NdYAG laser systems
Plastics
The new design is both lighter and easier to wear than a previous design made using acrylic.
New face shield design can be cut from a single sheet of PET plastic
7 April 2020
Laser system manufacturer Trotec has successfully developed a face shield that can be laser cut from a single sheet of PET plastic
Spectra-Physics introduces Spirit 1030-140 femtosecond hybrid fibre laser
24 February 2020
MKS Instruments subsidiary Spectra-Physics has introduced the Spirit 1030-140, an industrial femtosecond hybrid fibre laser that delivers over 140W power and over 600µJ pulse energy with 400fs infrared pulses
Universal Laser Systems releases Ultra R5000 for processing polymers and composites
24 February 2020
The system supports numerous productivity enhancement options, including a sophisticated multi-camera-based augmented reality user interface that enhances visual workflows
Luxinar shares 19 applications of its lasers in the automotive industry
14 January 2020
One of the most widespread applications is the processing of plastic automotive parts, such as interior and dashboard panels, pillars, bumpers, trims and light housings
Evosys Laser continues to grow and moves to new premises
10 December 2019
Due to rapid growth, Evosys Laser GmbH has again moved to other premises
Three new compounds developed for use in laser plastic welding
26 November 2019
Chemical firm Lanxess has developed three new compounds suited for use in laser plastic welding
Hamamatsu introduces laser processing systems with integrated process monitoring
4 November 2019
The SPOLD and LD-Heater laser processing systems from Hamamatsu were recently introduced in Europe and feature real-time integrated temperature measuring
Evosys and DIC develop welding process for PPS
16 October 2019
Evosys Laser and DIC have jointly developed a reliable process for the welding of polyphenylene sulphide, a high-performance engineering thermoplastic
Chemical firm uses laser marking to ease recycling of packaging film
26 September 2019
Chemical firm Clariant has teamed up with pigment supplier Merck KGaA and resin producer SABIC to develop laser-marking technology and materials to ease the recycling process for flexible polyethylene (LDPE, LLDPE) packaging film. The results of the collaboration will be presented at K 2019, the international plastics trade fair being held on October 16 to 23 at Messe Dusseldorf in Germany.
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