Industrial Laser Trends
Webcast: Part Traceability and Permanent Laser Marking
Lasers were first used in industrial applications by Western Electric in 1965 (1). Since then, lasers have been adopted in many other industrial applications. Laserax has become a leader in permanent...
Three Examples of Industrial Laser Marking Systems with Alex Fraser
Laser marking is, by nature, an ideal match for automated assembly lines. Lasers are capable to individually identify a wide array of material at high speeds. Lasers can mark serial numbers, batch...
Integrating laser markers : An interview with Paul Rochette
Mr. Paul Rochette, Director Business Development for Primary Metal - Laserax Paul graduated in Mechanical Engineering. He has over 20 years of experience in product...
Industrial Traceability in the Aluminum Industry with Laser Marking
Accountability is currently one of the most important priorities in manufacturing, especially in light of recent scandals, such as the Kobe Steel fumble. If a supplier steps out of bounds, it...
Québec héberge le nouveau pôle d’excellence en optique-photonique
La vice-première ministre et ministre responsable des PME, de l’Allègement réglementaire et du Développement économique régional, Lise Thériault était présente avec le maire de Québec M....
Will the Internet of Things Impact Traceability for Manufacturers?
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is making quite a ruckus on the web. But how important is it and will it have an impact on the way manufacturers do business? In this post, we will review the...
How Does Laser Cleaning Work in 5 Steps
Laser cleaning is the process of removing contaminants, such as rust, oil, oxides, etc., on steel and other surfaces using laser technology. Laser cleaning is achieved through laser ablation. It...
Dos and Don’ts of Aluminum Surface Preparation Prior to Welding
Miller, the self-proclaimed largest manufacturer of arc welding products in the world, provides very useful clues as to what is required for creating high quality welds on aluminum. They state...
Understanding Common Aluminum Alloys Series
Pure aluminum is seldom used in common industrial applications. It is usually alloyed with other metals. The choice of additives depends on the ultimate intended use of the product. In ESAB knowledge...