Lasers and laser-based equipment are constantly evolving as new techniques and uses are developed. The only means to keeping pace with these advances is to educate those using these tools with training, whether through initial or refresher coursework and seminars. Training is an integral tool for the safe use of lasers and laser equipment used in manufacturing, medicine and research today. Continue reading
LIA has assembled a stellar roster of speakers and exhibitorsfor its first Lasers for Manufacturing Event (LME), a unique showthat will focus exclusively on laser-based production applications— and their potential for significant return on investment.
Dozens of renowned experts and companies have been linedup for the first-ever LME to be held Sept. 27-28 in Schaumburg, IL. Excitement over the show is building as industry insiders recognize the opportunity to showcase the production efficiencies and profits lasers can bring to operations large and small. Systemintegrators, laser marking, robotics companies — all are finding LME is a forum for them to share their wealth of knowledge to push laser manufacturing. Continue reading
Sarah Boisvert, LIA Fellow, and Potomac Co-founder, introduces the meeting.
Two technical presentations on the application of lasers in microelectronic packaging kicked off the inaugural meeting of LIA’s new Mid-Atlantic Chapter.
Potomac Photonics, Inc., a LIA Corporate Member, hosted the meeting in their Lanham, MD headquarters on May 24 to a group from academia, industry and government.
