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LASER SYSTEMS
WELDING & BRAZING, DRILLING & CUTTING, MARKING & ENGRAVING
PHOTON AUTOMATION, INC. provides custom laser systems services, automated assembly using robotics for advanced manufacturing processes, inspection and testing, and processes for assembling and testing EV batteries.
LASER SYSTEMS
LASER WELDING & BRAZING
Industrial lasers are ideal for joining many materials together when integrated into high-performance automation.
Photon’s process begins with selecting the appropriate laser source for the application. Our experienced engineers and physicists evaluate the materials that need to be joined and specify the appropriate wavelength, power, laser spot size and beam delivery optics for the laser system. Material connections can be tested in our APPLICATIONS LAB, using a variety of available lasers and beam delivery optics. The welded or brazed part samples can be cut into sections and analyzed under microscopes to evaluate material flow, weld nugget geometry, presence of porosity or cracking, and cross-sectional area. Non-destructive testing is also available, using our CT SCANNER to evaluate the entire weld for consistency, depth and material composition.
Photon Automation has successfully integrated lasers into industrial settings since its early beginnings. Photon holds multiple patents for a novel welding method called PULSE SPREAD TECHNOLOGY, where we can dynamically change the output power of the laser as the beam is moved with scanning optics. This method is particularly useful for joining dissimilar materials, including metals with different melting points or different material thicknesses.
Our engineering staff has the knowledge and experience to design custom automated laser machines tailored to solve your unique laser welding or brazing application. Systems can include different types of robots, vision systems, 3D scanners, and sensing devices. Beam delivery options range from conventional beam delivery to advanced scanning systems with on-axis machine vision, integrated weld monitoring and automatic focus. Fully engineered and tested turn-key systems can be operated as stand-alone systems or can be integrated into a production line. All laser systems are certified to meet or exceed requirements for CDRH Class 1 or 2 safety.
LASER DRILLING & CUTTING
Lasers with high beam quality and power density are used to drill or cut materials when integrated into robotic platforms. The quality of the cut is often determined by the amount of heat-affected area and thickness of the re-cast layer of the material. The high-brightness, narrow kerf of these laser machines can produce good edge quality at fast operating speeds.
The engineering staff at Photon Automation is experienced in designing custom automated laser machines tailored to solve your unique laser drilling or cutting application. Various robotic platforms can be used as a basis for the system, including six-axis, gantry-style and custom robot configurations. Fully engineered and tested turn-key systems can be operated as stand-alone systems or can be integrated into a production line. All laser systems are certified to meet or exceed requirements for CDRH Class 1 or 2 safety.
LASER MARKING & ENGRAVING
Product traceability can be realized with the use of laser systems for permanently marking or engraving the surface with text, barcode, logos or graphics. Lasers are capable of marking a multitude of materials and surfaces including: leather, wood, cardboard, painted or powder coated surfaces, aluminum, stainless steel and tool steel. Components ranging from industrial castings, medical products, surgical tools or electric vehicle batteries can be marked with permanent, traceable code or brand-specific logos.