IMTS 2012: Industrial Lasers Match High Precision with Large Format Workholding

Posted on August 5, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

New LASERDYNE 430 high precision laser system designed for processing a wide range of laser-welded or laser-machined products.

Prima Power Laserdyne will be demonstrating the latest iteration of its Laserdyne 430 precision laser system at IMTS 2012 in Chicago this September.

Combining high precision output with large format workholding capabilities, this industrial laser brings over 30-years experience of laser welding and cutting to IMTS. This latest version features a rack-mounted fiber laser with over 1,400 watts of peak power in a system that operates at speeds up to 800 inch/minutes in the X, Y, Z axes with bi-directional accuracy of .0005 inch.

To maintain this accuracy, Laserdyne 430 uses a basic 3-axis motion system capable of processing a wide range of laser welded or laser machined products and is also available with full 5-axis motion for enhanced integrated rotation and tilt axes.

With such features as its rugged vertical machining center base, high precision S94P motion control system, front and side access for load/unload operations, multiple laser options and a work envelop of 23 x 16 x 20 inches, the 430 laser system is capable of processing a broad range of components at the highest rates with precision quality, said the company.

as an added bonus, because the fiber laser only requires 110 volts of input power and no water cooling, the configuration results in a relatively small footprint for a system in its class.

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Laser Cutting Service – Cutting Edge Technology

Posted on August 5, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

Laser cutting is one of the most path-breaking technologies which used today for cutting and shaping metals. Laser cutting services are basically an amalgamation of computer system, imaging system of galvanometric and industrial laser. these services provide unmatched speed, precision and versatility which are beyond the comprehension of ordinary human beings. it is the most well know cutting devices irrespective of its merits and demerits.

These services are the result of the painstaking efforts of skilled engineers who have worked hard to make this technology perfect. it serves as a medium for cutting high end metals and gives the final product a glossy finish and enhance its look in minimum possible time. The technology was primarily developed by engineers of UK and since than it is used by all leading metal sheet manufacturing industries.

In recent times all the leading high end gadgets are manufactured by the help of laser cutting techniques. though it may seem costly but will assure you safety and quality in the long run. The process basically involves computer program that pin points a high laser power to the metal sheet which is required to be cut. when the metal starts burning it leaves an accurate outline which can be duplicated in general pattern in later stages.

Whether a metal is required to be folded in a particular pattern or requires riveting or welding in some arts can be easily determined by this technology which looks after the primary stages of development. In the advance stage they use computers to make highly precise measurements and this service is mainly used in automotive and aerospace industry as these industries require high end elements with immense intricacies.

If you are going for laser cutting service ensure that they provide the service as per your needs and requirements and most importantly verify the methods and equipment which they use for laser cutting.

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Victoria Advocate

Posted on August 4, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

  • By John Beck
  • Originally published August 2, 2012 at midnight, updated August 2, 2012 at midnight

Therapeutic laser treatment is relatively new to the world of veterinary medicine.

Hillcrest Animal Hospital now offers Class IV Laser Technology. this laser allows a painless beam of light to penetrate deep within the tissue, thus promoting circulation, tissue repair and cell growth. Photons which are emitted from the beam reach the skeletal muscle and stimulate the mitochondria within the cell to increase production of ATP (energy) which, in turn, leads to pain relief and healing. the photons also boost the speed in which cellular mitosis takes place to increase the healing time of an open laceration, lick granuloma or hotspot. Laser therapy is commonly used following an extensive surgery to aid in the healing process. it is used on the surgical site and suture area to speed recovery time.

Many dermatology issues are easily treated by stimulating new tissue growth. the ability to utilize deep penetrating laser light to promote and jump start the healing phase is a big advantage in the recovery. the key component for dermatology cases is photostimulation, which increases blood flow to the affected area and decreases the appearance of scars.

Laser treatment also aids in pain relief. the laser stimulates the release of endorphins, reduces the activity in trigger points, and stabilizes irritated nerve cells. Pain reduction, particularly in senior pets with hip dysplasia, back problems and arthritis in various areas of the body leads to a better quality of life.

In addition to tissue repair, pain relief, and dermatological treatment, laser therapy can be used as part of many treatment plans including arthritic joint disease and reducing inflammation. this state of the art, cutting-edge treatment is now available in Victoria.

Feel free to contact our office for more information on the benefits of laser treatment.

Dr. John Beck has a veterinary practice at Hillcrest Animal Hospital in Victoria. Submit questions to Dr. Beck at drjohnbeck@hotmail.com.

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Laser Cutting Technology

Posted on August 4, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

Laser cutting is a technology first developed in 1967. it uses laser to cut materials and is typically used in industrial manufacturing applications. First it was made as a part of a military research project focused on lasers. The process is done by directing the output of a high power laser cutting machine on the object to be cut using a computer. The material then either melts, burns or vaporizes away, or is blown away by a jet of gas. Thus leaving an edge with a high quality finish. Laser cutting machine requires many things to operate properly in the related settings. it needs a computer system to work; it uses CAD (Computer Aided Design) software, which is vector graphical software. This software will inform the laser what to perform. Proper instruction is also needed for people operating such system. Laser cutting machines should be kept properly. a laser cutting machine consists of a laser beam source, a beam control and a mostly moving lens, can be concave or convex.

Laser cutting has turned out to be one of the main industrial activities. because of the perfection attained by it this got the highest priority of all the other cutting techniques. There are many laser cutting services available in the market. they provide the laser cutting stencils in many shapes and size. Even there are many firms providing new designs using the laser cutting stencils.

Pad printing machine is one of the most versatile machines available today. Pad printing is used for industrial marking purposes and also for promotional marking purposes. Pad printing is an ink based printing method. First pad printing machines was introduces to print the delicate face of watches. at those times pig’s bladder was used as the pad of the pad printer to transfer the image without damaging the fragile products. now a day’s silicon pads are used. 990 pad printing machines are at the forefront of the technology which provides many features which are not possible with a manual pad printing machine. This 990 pad printing machine can be converted to do rotator or small area flat screen printing by using handy accessory. This is a very high quality system. normally pad printing is a bit difficult to learn but with the development of the 990series pad printing machines, it has become very easy. With the useful training kit provided by it, can run it in no time.

Welding is a process used to join two materials. The materials like metals or thermoplastics. in this the materials are melted at high temperature and a filler material is added to make a pool of molten material that cools to become a very strong joint. Welding machines are usually classified as constant current (cc), or constant voltage. a constant current welding machine varies its output voltage to maintain a steady current flow and a constant voltage welding machines varies it output current to make a steady output set voltage. following the invention of laser in 1960, laser beam welding were in popular, it was proved to be especially useful in high speed automotive welding.

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Laser Cutting Service Cutting Edge Technology

Posted on August 4, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

Laser Cutting Service Cutting Edge Technology

Laser cutting is one of the most path-breaking technologies which used today for cutting and shaping metals. Laser cutting services are basically an amalgamation of computer system, imaging system of galvanometric and industrial laser. These services provide unmatched speed, precision and versatility which are beyond the comprehension of ordinary human beings. it is the most well know cutting devices irrespective of its merits and demerits.

Laser cutting services are the result of the painstaking efforts of skilled engineers who have worked hard to make this technology perfect. it serves as a medium for cutting high end metals and gives the final product a glossy finish and enhance its look in minimum possible time. The technology was primarily developed by engineers of UK and since than it is used by all leading metal sheet manufacturing industries.

In recent times all the leading high end gadgets are manufactured by the help of laser cutting techniques.

Though it may seem costly but will assure you safety and quality in the long run. The process basically involves computer program that pin points a high laser power to the metal sheet which is required to be cut. When the metal starts burning it leaves an accurate outline which can be duplicated in general pattern in later stages.

Whether a metal is required to be folded in a particular pattern or requires riveting or welding in some arts can be easily determined by this technology which looks after the primary stages of development. In the advance stage they use computers to make highly precise measurements and this service is mainly used in automotive and aerospace industry as these industries require high end elements with immense intricacies.

If you are going for laser cutting service ensure that they provide the service as per your needs and requirements and most importantly verify the methods and equipment which they use for laser cutting.

This article would have given you a fair idea about laser cutting and laser cutting services by now.

It is a vast field and requires deep knowledge to give the best to its clients.

Therefore, you should only go to experts to take care of your metal cutting needs. So to get the best of this technology, trust only the veterans in the field!

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The Peculiarities Of Laser Cutting

Posted on August 4, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

The Peculiarities of Laser Cutting Laser cutting is a technology that uses a laser to cut materials where complex contours demand precise, fast and force-free processing. It is typically used for industrial manufacturing applications. Lasers create narrow kerfs and thus achieve high-precision cuts. This method does not show any distortion. In many cases post-processing is not necessary as the component is subjected to only little heat input and it can mostly be cut dross-free. It may be interesting to know about the peculiarities of laser cutting, its benefits and different types of cutting processes.

Almost all kinds of metals can be laser cut. Mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum are the most common applications. Other laser cut parts are made of wood, plastics, glass and ceramics. Compared with alternative techniques like die cutting, laser cutting is cost-efficient for small-batch production. The big benefit of laser cutting is the localised laser energy input that provides small focal diameters, high feed rates and minimal heat input.

Among the advantages of laser cutting over mechanical cutting one can name easier handling and reduced contamination of the work piece, since there is no cutting edge which can become contaminated by the material or contaminate the material. Precision may be better, since the laser beam does not wear during the process. there is also a reduced chance of deforming the material that is being cut, as laser systems have a small heat-affected zone. some materials are also very difficult or impossible to cut by other cutting methods.

There are three different laser cutting processes: flame cutting, fusion cutting and sublimation cutting. while making a decision which process to choose a person should consider the cut geometry, cycle time, system technology and, above all, the material the piece is made of. In flame cutting, oxygen is used as the cutting gas. The oxygen is blown into the kerf. there, the heated metal reacts with the oxygen. It begins to burn and oxidises. The chemical reaction releases large amounts of energy, up to five times the laser energy, and assists the laser beam. Flame cutting makes it possible to cut at high speeds and handle jobs involving thick plates such as mild steel with thicknesses in excess of thirty millimetres.

Laser fusion cutting typically presupposes using inert gases, nitrogen or argon, for cutting higher alloyed steels and aluminum. The gas is blown through the kerf. This means that they do not react with the molten metal in the kerf. they simply blow it out toward the bottom. Simultaneously, they shield the cut edge from the air. The great advantage of this type of laser cutting is that cut edges are oxide free and do not require further treatment. nevertheless, the laser beam must supply all of the energy needed for cutting. for this reason, cutting speeds as high as those in flame cutting can be achieved only in thin sheets.

In the laser sublimation cutting process the idea is to use the laser to vaporise the material with as little melting as possible. The material vapour creates high pressure that expels the molten material from the top and bottom of the kerf. The process gas, nitrogen, argon or helium, serves solely to shield the cut surfaces from the environment. It ensures that the edges remain oxide free. This process is rarely used in sheet metal fabrication. its use, however, becomes attractive in applications involving particularly delicate laser cutting work.

In recent years, the increase in laser cutting has been evident. The improvements in accuracy, edge squareness and heat input control made it possible for laser cutting to replace other profiling techniques such as plasma cutting and oxy-fuel cutting almost completely.

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New Report Laser Technology Market (2012 – 2017) by MarketsandMarkets

Posted on August 3, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

The primary factors which are going to drive the laser market in the near future are increase in military spending, growth in the automotive industry, advancement in the industrial market and wide application in medical treatment.

(PRWEB) July 31, 2012

According to a new market research report “Laser Technology Market by Types (Fiber Laser, CO2 Laser, Solid‐state Laser, Excimer Laser, Dye Laser, Diode Laser) & Applications – Global Forecast and Analysis (2012 – 2017)” published by MarketsandMarkets (http://www.marketsandmarkets.com), the total laser market is expected to reach $19.88 billion by 2017 at a CAGR of 19.2% from 2012 to 2017.

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There have been notable advances in the field of lasers over the last decade. The green lasers can prove to be a vital technology in terms cost reduction and output power. The laser industry is surging briskly not only in terms of technological advances, but also in terms of implementation in new applications sectors. with the advent of globalization, economies have expanded and lasers are used for more widespread industrial applications linked to automation and next generation technologies.

The primary factors which are going to drive the laser technology market in the near future are increase in military spending, growth in the automotive industry, advancement in the industrial market and wide application in medical treatment. Laser technology is taking a quantum leap in the field of healthcare. Laser technology is prevalently used in applications like cutting and welding, marking and engraving, skin care etc.

The new Dynamic Light Spot technology, introduced in a concept car called the BMW i8, would identify and illuminate perambulators with a bright, targeted beam which would resemble the sunlight.

APAC offers a productive market to laser and laser enabled manufacturers. This can be accredited to the developing countries like India, China and Korea etc. The laser technology market is experiencing a paradigm shift from fiber and CO2 lasers to disc lasers, femtosecond lasers and Quantum cascade lasers wherein the players of this market are concentrating on developing innovative products.

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Laser Cutting Services – The Next Generation Metal Fabrication Technology

Posted on August 3, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

Laser Cutting is a highly potent technology that can be used to cut a variety of tough and resistant material including carbon and stainless steel, aluminum, copper alloys etc. the metal fabrication industry uses this technology extensively in the cutting and production of sheet metal. This cutting technology greatly enhances speed of productivity, decreasing production costs, and improving quality of cutting. the laser cutting technology is based on the emission of a light beam through a process of stimulation and uses a device that is called a laser or LASER, short for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation). the industry uses a variety of lasers based on the process they use to emit light beams. the most common ones include carbon dioxide laser or CO2 laser, which is a gas laser used expansively for welding across the industry. This type of lasers can produce a maximum of 100 KW of energy at 9.6 m and 10.6 m and can cut 20-30 meters of materials that are 1 mm thick in a minute.

While cutting the energy that is produced is aimed at a small portion of the material to be cut to produce a hole, the light beam is then moved along the line to complete the cut. often, of course (when the material is handy enough) the material is moved across a point where a steady stream of light is projected. Where the powerful beam of light strikes the sheet metal it quickly heats up, melts, and evaporates. the amount of energy delivered through the lasers depends on the kind of material that needs to be cut. Materials that are thin require lesser amount of energy to be produced. However, on an average 1 to 1.5 KW of energy is enough to cut most materials, whereas steel and some other resistant materials require 2 KW or more of energy.

There are several advantages of using laser cutting services, like accuracy, quality of the job done, speed of cutting, and affordability. These advantages alone make lasers cutting services the most popular cutting service in the sheet metal fabrication industry. However, there are few disadvantages of using lasers for cutting metal; for instance, lasers require very high voltage to operate and apart from high power consumptions lasers also make you run the risk of burns or electrocution, for that matter. But, given the benefits of using laser as a technology for the cutting of sheet metal, it is no surprise that in spite of the disadvantages a large number of companies across the industry continue to user laser cutting technology to improve speed and precision of their work.

Till not very long ago, a lot of old-fashioned metal fabrication companies used other technologies to cut sheet metal and were not aware of the new revolutionary way of cutting metal. in fact till date a lot of people believe laser cutting processes to be a next generation technology that is still in the experimental stages. in fact laser cutting services have become widely popular among companies across the industry integrating extremely well with computer aided processes like CAD/ CAM and help companies work with automated processes. And, what’s best is the end products are always as perfect as the graphic design on the computer. if you still do not use the technology it is time for you to find out.

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Types of Laser Cutting Machines

Posted on August 3, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

Laser cutting machines are primarily used in industry for a variety of purposes including cutting sheet metal and structural items such as pipes. there are three basic types of these machines. They are the CO2 laser, the neodymium (Nd) laser, and the neodymium yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd-YAG) laser. these all are used for different applications.

The CO2 laser is the normally the only one that is used for actual cutting. The Nd laser is primarily only used for boring because it is a very high-energy laser which should only be used for projects with low repetition. The ND-YAG laser can be used for boring and engraving, as can the CO2. there are a variety of different styles of cutting with lasers, regardless of the type. Some examples include thermal stress cracking, scribing, and vaporization.

The thermal stress cracking method is used for materials that tend to fracture easily. The laser beam causes thermal expansion which results in the breaking of the item. this is most commonly used on glass. Scribing has most recently been introduced in producing thin film solar panels. The laser etches the micro channels into the panels which allow them to be connected. Vaporization is another method for which lasers are used. this is simply when the laser produces enough heat to boil the material and make a hole. The best items for this process include wood and carbon.

There are a large variety of laser cutting machines available. Which one is chosen will depend on its primary use. Some lasers can be used with multiple types of materials as well as be used in a variety of different ways. Other machines will only have one primary use, and those would be best suited for a company that produces one thing such as sheet metal products. A laser machine can be a big expense, but in the long run will pay for itself many times over.

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Sports Laser Saves Time, Makes Money

Posted on August 2, 2012 by CapeAdminCraft

NEW YORK, NY, Jul 06, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) –NFL games involve more than physical play. from the leaguestandpoint, they’re about time and money as well. How do the gamesfit in the television window, and how can revenues be maximized?

Implementing the Green Laser Line to indicate first downs wouldprovide an earnings opportunity through sponsorships while cuttingthe length of games.

The Green Laser Line (First down Laser Systems, LLC) makes the firstdown line (or line to gain, in NFL parlance) visible on the field toplayers, coaches, and fans. that group, which creates the stadiumexperience enjoyed by the television audience, doesn’t get thebenefit of seeing and utilizing for strategic purposes the yellowline superimposed for viewers at home.

“The two most important lines on the field are the goal line and thefirst down line and only one of them is clearly marked,” says AlanAmron, the laser’s developer.

So where do time and money factor in? first, the NFL continues to usethe “chain gang” to measure first downs. It’s a bit of a cumbersomeprocess, as the field officials call time out and signal for thechains, which then must be brought to the ball, marked for accurateplacement, and stretched. Is it dramatic? not so much anymore. Notwith the yellow line making relatively clear on the television sidewhether or not the ball crossed the plane. could it be enhanced? Thelaser system would be faster.

“I think a laser on the field would be a benefit from a player’sstandpoint, a coach’s standpoint, and the fans’ standpoint,” says JimFassel, coach of the United Football League’s Las Vegas Locomotives.he witnessed an in-stadium demonstration of the Green Laser Linestaged for the UFL two years ago.

Time and money. A sponsorship should be easy enough to sell, andlucrative. NFL teams averaged a little more than 311 first downs eachduring the 2011 season. obviously some of those were awarded aftermeasurements and on other occasions the team failed to convert aftera measurement. If there were an average of 2.5 measurements a game,the 256 games played during the regular season would offer 640sponsorship opportunities during which everyone’s attention iscompletely focused.

With NFL teams having voted to begin adding Wi-FI services to theirstadiums, fans in-house will often be streaming video to their phonesand tablets. Why should they see something on television that theycannot see in the building they’ve paid handsomely to enter?

How does saving time help? The NFL recently announced it was changingthe 4:15 p.m. ET Sunday kickoffs to 4:25 p.m. Games often run long,and the network carrying a doubleheader must switch games. That’s nofun for the fans enmeshed in the final moments of the earliercontest. Shaving a few seconds here and there has always been a focusof the NFL’s competition committee, which had seen Monday night gamesrunning almost 90 seconds longer early last season than they had in2010.

“In researching the kickoff time shift, the NFL analyzed games forthe 2009-11 seasons and found that 44 games required part of theaudience to be switched to a mandatory doubleheader game kickoff,”the NFL said in a statement. “With a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, thatnumber would have been reduced 66 percent to only 15 games.”

The NFL had previously added instant replay review for all playsinvolving turnovers, which may also slow down play and addinterruptions.”It possibly could,” says Rich McKay, the AtlantaFalcons president and chairman of the league’s competition committee.”When you see it, it feels like it could slow the game down becauseyou are taking what could be a challenge and taking it upstairs forconfirmation.” They try to speed it up, but then they slow it down.

They add technology, but stay rooted in the past where the chains areinvolved.The Green Laser Line can help. Green means go. It also meansmore green for the NFL.

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