Santa Clara, CA, September 14, 2011 – The HighLight D-Series, a new range of diode laser systems from Coherent, Inc. (Santa Clara, CA) (Nasdaq: COHR), delivers both high power and an increased range of “smart” output beam shapes. In particular, the HighLight 8000D, with output power of 8 kW, is the most powerful, industrial, direct diode laser system currently available with free space beam delivery.  Free space beam delivery preserves the inherent brightness of the diode laser source and enables the use of an optical system with a large (275 mm) working distance.  Together, these factors translate directly into enhanced laser capabilities in industrial processing applications.  Specifically in cladding, it yields a higher material deposition rate (up to 18 pounds/hour), allowing the laser to cover large areas in a short amount of time.  Production speed is increased to new benchmark levels in both cladding and heat treating due to the HighLight D-Series’ higher power and longer line beams allowing processing of larger areas in a single pass.

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Dexter, MI, September 12, 2011: Clark-MXR, Inc. has been awarded a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract from the National Institute of Health to further develop the tools, facilities and protocols needed to produce multi-electrode arrays using known biocompatible materials. Building on its successful Phase I program, the company will use its unique, direct-write micromachining technology to produce arobust, high quality, reliable cochlear implant electrode array that is functionally similar to those in clinical use today. Clark-MXR anticipates that this new technology will eliminate failures caused by embrittlement as well as enable higher functionality at lower cost. Continue reading →

Precision Laser Processing Manufacturer Moves to Meet Today’s Needs; Expects Continued Growth

SUFFIELD, CT – To accommodate its expanding business growth and strong market performance, ARCOR Laser Services LLC, has fully moved into its new headquarters in Suffield, Conn.  ARCOR, a leader in new and unique solutions for laser processing and system integration, has now centralized its production, administrative offices, shipping/receiving and warehouse departments in the new facility.  The company also has a separate assembly area for sensitive medical devices, which has been a strong business segment.  The company will now have the capacity to double its manufacturing in the new 12,000 sq. ft. building.  Additionally, ARCOR will be able to add another 12,000 sq. ft. to meet expected growth within the next two years. Continue reading →