Laser Cutting

A line of replacement CO2 nozzles offered in various materials and configurations for popular CO2 lasers such as Trumpf and Mitsubishi is being introduced by Laser Research Optics.

An advanced optical cleaning kit for properly cleaning CO2 laser optics and other types of lenses, mirrors, and windows subjected to contaminants is available from Laser Research Optics.

Laser technology has taken hold in the moldmaking industry, offering new possibilities for fabrication, detailing, maintenance and repair.

Mitsubishi Laser debuts its latest laser innovation in its model eX-S, available from MC Machinery Systems Inc.

Prima Power Laserdyne has announced availability of the LASERDYNE 430 Series of precision laser systems with up to 20 kW QCW (quasi continuous wave) fiber lasers.

A new direct-diode laser system from Coherent Inc. offers higher power, which translates into increased throughput for applications in metal cladding and heat treating.

A through-spindle and through-tool laser-assisted milling process.

A new series of protective sapphire windows for 1µm optics that offer superior durability to zinc-sulfide and fused silica lenses is being introduced by Laser Research Optics.

Tapeswitch Corp. offers a new programmable, mini safety laser scanner solution for simple through complex machine/area guarding applications, further expanding its custom/configurable machine guarding solutions consisting of mats, light curtains, laser scanners, non-contact safety switches and trapped key – interlocks, and PCU Control Unit based on machine user/builder applications, programmable logic control product features with capable configuration from simple to complex machine guarding, and safety device integration.

How a cooperative organization helps manufacturers train their employees in-house.

Mitsubishi Laser introduces the new RX series, designed to give operators the capability to cut big, without carrying a heavy price tag.

Custom laser optics made from zinc selenide and zinc sulfide in virtually any shape and size, with precise tolerances and surface finishes, are being introduced by Laser Research Optics.