Turnkey Laser Ablation System

Turnkey Laser Ablation System for Surface Preparation of Aerospace, Energy Generation and Automotive Parts. The Ablation LaserCell is a fully automated Class 1 workstation that provides cleaning, coating removal and surface roughness modification for manufacturing, refurbishment and repair applications.

Automated, Repeatable & Eco-Friendly Surface Preparation

Fully automated system with no need for abrasive grits or chemicals
Solid waste drastically reduced compared to traditional techniques
Highly repeatable process without contamination or degradation
Process library offers application flexibility and easy programming
Robotic part handling for increased productivity
Simplified EHS Compliance due to elimination of chemical media

Highly Controlled Surface Preparation Ensures Proper Adhesion & Bonding

Impove weld quality by pre-cleaning with no substrate damage
Promote adhesion by pre-adhesive cleaning or modifying surface morphology
Increase coating life by pre-cleaning before EB-PVD and plasma spray coatings
Strip coated parts for quick repair with no damage to substrate
Clean dirt, scale and oxide from rotating components for inspection and repair
Reduce mold maintenance frequency by removing release agents and residuals

High-Speed, Non-Contact Laser Ablation for Increased Productivity

Scanned laser beam vaporizes, sublimates or quickly burns away surface contaminants
Short pulse duration removes surface layer only
No surface contamination or degradation as laser depth is tightly controlled
Highly repeatable process dramatically reduces rework cycles
Large, high power laser scanner for maximum efficiency
Laser parameters can be selected to optimize throughput

Optimimal Cleaning and Coating Removal for Any Application

Class 1 workstation can be used on any production floor
Laser scan head ensures high-speed, high-power processing
Callibration power meter ensures consistent processing
Optional process assist mist dispenser accelerates coating removal
Workcell configurable for automated part handling
Different loading options offer flexibility for different part sizes
Robot controller provides high-precision part positioning
Positionable user interface offers full system control and monitoring

Integrated Fume & Dust Extraction

Fume extractor prevents hazardous gasses from escaping
Programmable extraction system with variable speed drive
Laser cell operates at slightly negative pressure to ensure all fumes and debris are contained
Flow sensors interlocked to prevent laser operation if exhaust not running
Filter system status and fault diagnostics viewable on the operator interface panel

User Interface with IPG Core System Software

Fully integrated system control and job processing software.
Dynamic screen size layout and intuitive workflow for simple operator-level usability
Main system tools included as part of base user interface
Authentication, user logins and hierarchical system management utilities
User Interface specific to the industrial environment
Built using .NET Core and JavaScript for flexibility and longevity

Complete Range of Laser Sources to Match Specific Applications

Optimize material ablation efficiency by selecting appropriate laser source
Wide selection of fiber lasers to chose from
- Low to high power
- CW to pulsed
- UV to IR wavelength
Reduce operating costs with zero-maintenance, high efficiency fiber lasers

Customized Beam Delivery & Optics for Optimal Performance

Optimize ablation results by selecting beam shape and energy profile that best matches application
Customization of optics ensures optimal power density requirements are achieved
Cone-shaped beam for high-intensity, highly concentrated ablation for surface preparation
Round / Square beam for cleaning larger areas with best process uniformity

Two System Configurations Available

Part-to-Process
- Laser scan head is in fixed position
- Robot moves the part under the scanning head
- Multiple parts can be picked from pallet for minimal load time
Process-to-Part
- Part is in fixed location, may rotate if needed
- Robot moves the laser scanning head to part
- Typically selected for large or heavy parts

Nine Part Loading Options for Production Flexibility

Four Part-to-Process Options
- Table and drawer loading for manual operations
- Conveyer and turntable options for higher throughput
- Accommodates single or multiple load pallets
Five Process-to-Part Options
- Single or two axis positioners for large, heavy or complex shaped parts.
- Head and tail stock for shafts and long cylindars
- Conveyor and turntable options for single-side cleaning and high volume production