How Laser Cleaning Works

Discover the precision, safety, and eco-friendliness of industrial laser cleaning.

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How Laser Cleaning Works

Laser cleaning is a modern surface preparation method that utilizes focused laser beams to efficiently remove contaminants, coatings, and unwanted materials from various surfaces. This non-contact process works by directing concentrated light energy onto the target area, causing contaminants to absorb the energy, vaporize, or break down without damaging the underlying substrate. With its precision, eco-friendliness, and ability to protect surfaces, laser cleaning is becoming the preferred choice across multiple industries.

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What is Laser Cleaning?

The energy of a focused laser beam is used to ablate – break molecular bonds and vaporize – unwanted material, be it contaminants or coatings on a surface. The technology can effectively remove corrosion, residue, paint, and other substances without damaging the underlying substrate.

This process is non-contact, controlled, and precise, allowing for the selective removal of unwanted layers.

Laser cleaning is becoming more widely adopted in various industries due to its precision, efficiency, eco-friendliness, and the minimal damage it causes to the surface being cleaned.

The Actual Cost of Cleaning the "Old Way"

Health Risks From Hazardous Chemicals

Health Risks From Hazardous Chemicals

Traditional cleaning methods often involve harmful chemicals that pose serious health risks to operators, leading to long-term exposure concerns.

High Long-term Costs Of Consumables

High Long-term Costs Of Consumables

The ongoing expenses associated with consumables in traditional cleaning processes can accumulate quickly, impacting overall operational budgets.

Inefficiency And Inconsistency In Results

Inefficiency And Inconsistency In Results

Many traditional cleaning methods lack precision, resulting in inconsistent outcomes and requiring multiple passes to achieve desired cleanliness.

Environmental Damage From Abrasive Materials

Environmental Damage From Abrasive Materials

Conventional abrasive cleaning techniques generate significant waste and pollution, contributing to environmental degradation and resource depletion.

Don't let outdated cleaning methods hold your business back or put your workers at risk.

Transform Your Cleaning Process with Laser Technology

Precision Cleaning

Precision Cleaning

Laser cleaning is a high-precision method of contaminant and coating removal that is effective on delicate surfaces.

Operator Safety

Operator Safety

Laser cleaning requires neither physical strength nor heavy protective equipment such as breathing masks.

Automation

Automation

Industrial laser automation guarantees consistency in repetitive tasks, optimizes throughput, and saves time and labor.

Customization

Customization

Laser Photonics offers a wide range of laser cleaning tools and is always eager to provide custom solutions for the unique needs of its clients.

Non-Destructive

Non-Destructive

A non-contact process that relies on the energy of light, laser cleaning can selectively remove layers without damage to the base material.

No Secondary Waste

No Secondary Waste

Laser cleaning produces minimal waste and only requires electric power to operate, making it environmentally friendly.

These Are Just Some Of The Benefits Of Laser Cleaning

Laser Cleaning Solutions For Every Industry

Aerospace

Aerospace

Ensure the integrity of critical surfaces and prevent aircraft safety issues.

Automotive

Automotive

Integrate laser technology into your operations for sustainable maintenance, repair and operations

Defense

Defense

Adopt our laser systems to achieve operational excellence and remain prepared

Battery Manufacturing

Battery Manufacturing

Choose eco-friendly not just on the road, but also at the factory

Nuclear

Nuclear

Improve practices in nuclear decontamination and decommissioning

Maritime

Maritime

Upgrade boat maintenance and manufacturing

Space

Space

Optimize spacecraft MRO with laser technology

Energy

Energy

Achieve optimal performance with sustainable solutions

Safety

Safety Advantages

Laser cleaning is an innovative method of industrial surface processing that minimizes the risk of silicosis, a major cause of concern with sandblasting. We provide laser cleaning systems classified as Class I or Class IV according to the safety standards set by FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH).

Our laser cleaning systems sport extra security features including a manual reset, a key-locked power switch, and a remote interlock connector, which serve to prevent accidental exposure to laser radiation. In enclosed Class I configurations, we equip our systems with a fume extractor, a vacuum table, and safe viewing for safe observation of the surface treatment procedure.

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Your 3 Step Path to Advanced Cleaning

  1. Consult: Discuss your specific cleaning requirements with our experts
  2. Select: Choose the right CleanTech system for your application
  3. Implement: Integrate laser cleaning into your operations and see immediate results

Our State of the Art Laser Cleaning Systems

In our CleanTech line of laser cleaning systems, you’ll find solutions that satisfy all your cleaning and surface preparation needs. Our standalone units can be seamlessly integrated into production lines, while our portable CleanTech handheld systems are perfect for use in the field or on the factory floor. When you select our state-of-the-art laser technology, you are opting for safe, convenient, and reliable surface preparation.

CleanTech CTCF-1010

CleanTech CTCF-1010

Whether you’re restoring auto parts, removing residue from molds, or trying to achieve a fine polished finish, this hand held laser cleaning machine will save you time and money while helping you revamp your operating processes.

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CleanTech CTIC-2010

CleanTech CTIC-2010

A handheld dual axis pulsed laser system capable of both finishing and coarsening. Same compact form factor as the less powerful finishing lasers with higher throughput and substrate alteration

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CleanTech CTCR-3040

CleanTech CTCR-3040

The CleanTech IR-3040 is an effective and precise solution for corrosion and coating removal, decontamination, de-oxidization, degreasing, surface preparation, and coarsening.

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If you are interested in learning more about our laser cleaningmarkingcuttingwelding, or engraving systems, please contact our sales department at [email protected].

We Can Help You Modernize Your Business With Laser Cleaning

At Laser Photonics, we understand the challenges of industrial cleaning. With over four decades of experience, we’ve developed laser cleaning solutions that address your needs.