Industrial Laser Trends
How to Choose a Laser Ablation Machine
Laser ablation machines are increasingly used in the manufacturing and automotive industries. They are a popular option to meet short cycle times, automate processes, reduce operating costs, and add precision to ensure high-quality results.
High-Power Laser Systems for Industrial Applications
In the manufacturing industry, engineers are constantly developing solutions made possible by high-power lasers. They are mainly used to mark, clean, texture, weld, and cut materials faster and meet short cycle times in production lines.
Plasma Cleaning vs. Laser Cleaning: What’s the Difference?
Many manufacturers have trouble grasping the difference between laser cleaning and plasma cleaning. After all, both are non-contact processes that do not require solvents or chemicals like chemical cleaning, and they are sought after to replace abrasive techniques like sandblasting and dry ice blasting.
Thermal Spray Coating: Processes & Surface Preparation
Nowadays, parts and products are often subjected to harsh conditions that result in wear, erosion, abrasion, and corrosion. To prevent this from happening, they need protective coatings. While many coating deposition methods exist, thermal spray coating is one of the most popular, chosen for its speed and versatility.
Laser Cleaners: What You Need to Know
Laser cleaning systems are making their way as great alternatives to traditional surface cleaning methods likes chemical cleaning and abrasive blasting. Manufacturers who need clean metal surfaces are increasingly looking at laser cleaning as an environmentally friendly, cost-effective solution that provides more consistent results.
Can Lasers Replace Thermal Spray Masking Tapes and Grits?
Masking tapes have long been used to prevent specific areas from being spray coated or grit blasted. But did you know that lasers provide a faster and more reliable alternative that’s easier to automate?
What Is Abrasive Grit Blasting and Is Laser Texturing Better?
There are now countless ways to blast a surface due to the variety of abrasive materials. But abrasive blasting systems come with important downsides. Most manufacturers are used to manage these downsides, but others are turning to alternatives like laser texturing—especially when precision is needed or when processing a large number of parts.
7 Considerations Before Laser Engraving Metals
Laser technology has come a long way since the introduction of the first laser in 1960. Nowadays, it is considered one of the best marking solutions for engraving metals, as it provides high-contrast, high-quality identifiers in all types of production lines.
Battery Pack Manufacturing Technologies
Electric vehicle battery packs have complex requirements since they need to withstand large temperature ranges and vibrations. In this article, we will explore the complexities of EV battery manufacturing technologies.