PECM Issue 63 2023 | Page 47

Introducing Handheld Fibre Laser Welding from Wilkinson Star

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS IMPROVING EFFICIENCY

WILKINSON STAR
Introducing Handheld Fibre Laser Welding from Wilkinson Star
Handheld fibre laser welding technology is new to the UK welding industry , offering excellent welding performance , improving production efficiency and reducing operational costs . Up to 4 times faster than traditional welding methods , it offers high precision and neat welding seams on various materials . The Weld Star – Max Photonics system advanced air-cooling with self-adaptive fans ensures long-term stability and a neat , compact design . It is lightweight and ergonomically designed welding torch offers comfort and manoeuvrability to the user at only 680 grams and guarantees multiple safety precautions for welding operations .
A full colour 7-inch graphical user interface with synergic set up and the possibility to save up to 32 stored jobs offers easy set up and high repeatability to the user . Shooting mode offers controllable and repeatable tack welding and single sided spot welding , whilst pulse mode offers aesthetically pleasing welds similar to that of traditional TIG welding methods .
Quick training times with the laser process gives employers the opportunity to up-skill workers and increase production .
Laser safety is a big factor with this process being a Class 4 appliance . As such , it is imperative that the guidance is followed and this equipment is operated within a suitably approved class 4 enclosure . Wilkinson Star can offer a full package solution in compliance with EN 60825-4 .
Quick training times with the laser process gives employers the opportunity to up-skill workers and increase production .
Machines come with a 2 year warranty and torches a 12 month warranty .
Available through Wilkinson Star ’ s authorised network of distributors
For further information , please visit https :// www . wilkinsonstar247 . com / laser-welding
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