PRODUCT UPDATE LASER SYSTEMS FocusQuantum airbag cutting system
Lectra, a manufacturer of integrated technology solutions for industries using soft materials, has launched its FocusQuantum airbag laser cutting solutions.
FocusQuantum is an airbag solution range, combining high-performance laser cutters for both one-piece woven (OPW) and flat airbags. The system operates with a purpose-built software suite and a full range of value-added professional services covering implementation, change management and support. The FocusQuantum laser cutter offers more than twice the productivity of solutions currently on the market, according to Lectra. The system gives
SAFETY LAS 260 fume extraction
Filtration system vendor ULT has extended its LAS 260 device by developing a new extraction system for laser and welding fumes, the LAS 260.HD 19 W3. The portable device meets the certification requirements according to DIN EN ISO15012-1 welding fume separation class W3. The LAS 260.HD19 W3 is qualified for extraction and filtration of fumes that occur in cutting and joining alloyed as well as unalloyed steels by welding and related processes. This includes high-alloyed chrome and nickel steels. In accordance with the German air purification regulations TRGS 560 and TRGS 528, cleaned air can be returned to the working environment. The system extension provides a volume flow rate of up to 340m³/h at a vacuum max of 8,300Pa. Long filter lives are guaranteed by the use of an F9 filter cassette and F14 particle filter cassette. Consequently, users obtain an economic solution to reduce costs in terms of filter exchange and energy management. ULT has also further developed its LAS 2500 extraction and filtration system for removal of laser fume and laser dust. The system uses conic filter cartridges, thereby enabling increased filter
ACCESSORIES Powderflow AM measurement kit
LPW Technology, a supplier of powders for additive manufacturing (AM), has launched
a new product line called Powderflow. The product is a powder flow measurement kit, which allows the user to characterise the powder flow to known ASTM standards.
In LPW’s experience, customers can confuse machine problems with powder problems and vice versa, resulting in time being wasted and cost incurred before a fault is found. Powderflow has been developed to combat such issues and thus reduce overall system downtime. Powderflow is delivered in a robust case and
allows engineers to determine apparent density ASTM B212, angle of repose, Hall flow ASTM B213 and Carney flow ASTM B964. LPW provides metal powders for companies working with AM within the aerospace, biomedical and automotive industries.
www.lpwtechnology.com
high precision and enhanced reliability of predictive maintenance, enabling a high level of manufacturing excellence at an optimal cost per airbag. The system optimises material reloading and the gathering of cut parts for greater efficiency. The solution’s integrated software suite reduces
errors throughout the process steps, from design through to cutting. Following the import of design software data, intelligent wizards verify geometry dimensions and scale factor before any airbag material is cut. Potential defects are detected during the data analysis phase, ensuring the integrity of each individual airbag. The FocusQuantum software suite ensures full traceability of operations.
www.lectra.com
CONTROL AND GUIDANCE Road Runner Polygon scanner
Precision Laser Scanning has increased the speed limit of its polygon scanners. For many years, 55,000 rpm was the maximum speed of polygon scanning. Users had requirements to run faster, but there were limits on how fast an air bearing motor carrying a practical sized polygon mirror could go. The Road Runner polygon scanner reaches 70,000 rpm with a quiet design. A sealed optical window keeps in the noise. Sealing the mirror housing also keeps out contamination, prolonging the service life of the optic. Rated for 200,000 start/stop cycles or 50,000 hours, the 70,000 rpm air bearing scanner has a long life.
Biomedical applications include ultrafast laser guidance, as well as optical coherence tomography, microscopy, swept source, and ophthalmology. The standard model has a 72 facet polygon with an inscribed diameter of 64mm and is 6.35mm thick. Custom models are available on request.
www.precisionlaserscanning.com
performance and pressure, and independent pneumatic cleaning thanks to the filter cartridge’s design layout. These high quality filter units are dust grade M compliant with DIN EN 60335-2-69:2008e, ensuring high separation efficiency for various particulate matters of more than 99.99 per cent.
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