May 21, 2009


This webcast will cover a range of topics, including application qualification, part design, laser source choice, tolerance control, cleanliness, tooling/fixturing design and tolerance, vision-acquired fiducials/vision-directed motion, workstation attributes, and post sale operating costs and maintenance.

Sep 16, 2008


Successful laser processing involves careful integration of several subsystems. This presentation will focus on the use of 2D and 3D precision motion systems in a variety of laser applications and processes. Attention will be given to new control system advances that synchronize interactions between the motion system and the laser, along with reviewing the technologies behind direct drive linear and rotary motors, PWM and linear amplifiers, and control architecture. The webcast will also investigate sources of motion errors, including mechanical and control limitations with further discussion on design considerations to minimize these error contributions so that the highest degree of success can be achieved.

Jun 26, 2008


Bernie will present a brief market overview followed by a discussion of present day laser processes for both crystalline and thin-film PVs. He'll review the lasers and laser processes that are used for cutting, drilling, edge isolation, and tabbing for crystalline photovoltaics and those used for scribing and edge deletion of thin-film photovoltaics. Looking to the future, Bernie will focus on ways to improve the ability of industry to keep up with the demand. Specifically, he'll cover drilling, cutting for EFG and ribbon, and diffusion for crystalline PVs and scribing, annealing, and diffusion for thin-film PVs.

May 22, 2008


The webcast will present real life applications of laser technology in the fabrication of disposable medical devices. Topics will include, but not be limited to, lasers used in cardiac-related applications, diabetes, drug delivery, electrical circuits, flow devices, and more. The webcast will offer information for those people interested in discovering how and why lasers are used compared to other available techniques, evaluating the applicability of lasers for upcoming production requirements, determining if lasers are a financially viable option for manufacturing, and understanding considerations involved in bringing lasers onto the production floor.