Dec 22 2010
Specialist in electron beam, laser welding and laser additive applications, Joining Technologies has demonstrated its laser additive capabilities at POWER-GEN International, which was held from 14 to 16 December 2010 in Orlando, Florida.
Joining Technologies has recently installed its latest 6-axis laser cladding work cell and other devices associated with the laser additive production at its newly constructed laser additive production plant in East Granby, Connecticut. The facility can operate parts of up tot 7.5 tons and direct production device and automatic laser cladding can process parts measuring 40 feet long.
Laser Applied Powder (LAP) surface restoration technology of Joining Technologies produces proper metallurgical bonds between all types of metals and is suitable for a number of applications in power production, OEM-distributed components, aerospace and valves. The lasers produce diluted and ultra small heat attacked zones for enhanced solidity, strength and functionality.
Joining Technologies also displayed its laser cutting skills at the show. The firm¡¦s demonstrated its 4-axis cutting capability with a cut width of up to 0.0015„c. The thin cut width decreases heat input to the part and helps in reducing warping and discoloration.