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LIA Past President and Laser Market Authority David Belforte to Deliver Opening Keynote Speech at LME 2016

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LIA lifetime member and industrial laser applications pioneer David Belforte will provide the leading keynote address, a comprehensive overview of the industrial laser market, to kick off the fifth annual Lasers for Manufacturing Event® (LME®), at 11:00 AM on April 26 in Atlanta, GA.

Belforte, Editor-in-Chief of Industrial Laser Solutions, who is responsible for introducing high power laser cutting in the United States, has drawn standing-room only crowds at LME in the past. His keynote addresses provide a crucial connection to the real-world applications of the devices and laser systems that attendees will see in the exhibit hall of the Cobb Galleria Centre, and cover various facets of the industrial laser market, like energy generation, medical applications, electronic devices, agriculture, automotive, aerospace and aviation.

“The Lasers for Manufacturing Event is the premier opportunity for manufacturing professionals to explore the laser industry and identify exactly where the innovation and application activity lies today and beyond,” Belforte said. “The breadth of the value of the information at LME empowers anyone in the industry, from the major laser makers to the small job shops, to harness the power of lasers to increase output for their clients.”

Belforte’s data-packed presentation will provide a global overview of several different types of lasers’ roles, and will spotlight this year’s market outlook to define trends and showcase opportunities for the future of lasers in manufacturing.

The opening keynote address at the fifth annual Lasers for Manufacturing Event is one of four educational presentations to be held April 26-27 in the Showcase Theater. This year’s LME will include key thought leadership on the latest trends in 3D printing, additive manufacturing, cutting, welding, drilling and marking.

For more information and to register, visit www.laserevent.org.

Register Now for LME 2016, the Lasers for Manufacturing Summit & the NEW Laser Technology Tour

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Laser Institute of America (LIA) will hold its fifth annual Lasers for Manufacturing Event® (LME®) at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA from April 26-27. A one-stop shop for companies looking to integrate laser technology into their production, LME offers you the chance to see the latest advances in laser technology, network with elite members of the laser industry, discover solutions to both current and future manufacturing needs, and gain a better understanding of laser basics in free education sessions. In these sessions, experienced industry leaders from companies like TRUMPF Inc., Alabama Laser and Massiv Automated Systems join together to provide unique insights into incorporating laser technology in the most effective ways.

“It is hard to imagine that anyone involved in manufacturing is unaware that to be competitive we must use technology,” says LIA Executive Director, Peter Baker. “One shining example is laser technology, and LME 2016 offers everything the beginner and early adopter needs to know.”

From the Laser Technology Showcase and ‘Ask the Expert’ Booth to the keynote addresses, free educational courses and tutorials, LME was designed to meet the needs of individuals interested in utilizing laser technology within their companies. In addition to learning opportunities, you can also meet with suppliers who can teach you to integrate technology into your company’s production. By connecting interested companies with the most helpful suppliers for their business, LME sets attendees up for success.

“LIA’s LME event is recognized as the premier event for those interested in industrial lasers and peripheral equipment,” says David Havrilla, Manager of Products and Applications for TRUMPF Inc., a loyal sponsor of LME. “Whether you are new to the industry or a veteran, LME gathers all the relevant suppliers and key technical spokespersons to present and advise you during this two-day exhibition and conference.”

Held in conjunction with LME, LIA’s Lasers for Manufacturing Summit will take place one day prior to LME, on April 25, at the Renaissance® Atlanta Waverly Hotel, where it will continue its tradition of providing a unique experience for those interested in expanding their understanding of lasers in the manufacturing marketplace.

“For manufacturing executives, the LME Summit provides business overviews of the technology, applications and market supplemented by a panel of industry experts who can guide you to profits,” says Baker.

Always looking to provide the best experience possible, LIA is offering a brand new way to explore LME in 2016 with the Laser Technology Tour.  Guided by industry experts, the tour takes you around the exhibit floor and introduces you to the numerous companies present while explaining the latest technology showcased. This easy way to explore LME can help you find companies with solutions to your manufacturing challenges while introducing you to experts who can answer your questions. To sign up, please email lme@lia.org. You must be registered for LME in order to participate.

To learn more and to register for LME 2016 or the Lasers for Manufacturing Summit, visit www.laserevent.org.

 

Automotive Laser Applications Expert Ralf Kimmel to Deliver Keynote Address at LME 2016

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Automotive industry leader Ralf Kimmel will provide a keynote address on Laser Applications in Automotive Manufacturing on day two of this year’s Lasers for Manufacturing Event® (LME®), April 26-27, at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA.

Kimmel, an automotive industry business development leader at Germany’s TRUMPF, a leading worldwide manufacturer of fabricating equipment and industrial laser technology, will address the integration of innovative, cost-efficient production processes and the use of new materials in the auto industry — all enabled by laser technology.

“Light as a tool in manufacturing cars is an established medium for a wide range of applications; at the same time, laser technology is a guarantor for innovation and enables the development of new car technologies,” Kimmel said. “Although these innovations are happening at different levels, lasers are the missing element that we can incorporate for present and future industry growth and success.”

Kimmel will touch on the choice of material and production methods of today’s automobiles, which, as Kimmel mentioned, lead to new challenges and opportunities for lasers in joining processes. Various application examples will be shown, like a new laser brazing technology, welding of copper with new lasers at green wavelengths, and black laser marking, without any susceptibility to corrosion.

Kimmel’s keynote address will be one of four unique educational presentations at the fifth annual LME. This year’s conference in the heart of the Southeast will feature the latest trending topics in 3D printing, additive manufacturing, cutting, welding, drilling and marking.

For more information on LME 2016 and to register, visit www.laserevent.org.

2015 International Year of Light

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By Geoff Giordano

We in the laser community have been on a well-documented mission for some time now. Using these powerful — some might say miraculous — tools, we have revolutionized manufacturing, medicine, communications and even entertainment.

Recognition of our efforts has been steadily growing in this young century as governments around the world mark significant investments in photonics initiatives. But perhaps the most notable acknowledgement of the work of photonics professionals is the U.N. General Assembly’s declaration of 2015 as the International Year of Light and Light-based Technologies (IYL 2015). Continue reading →