Product category:
IC and Hybrid Processing Equipment
News Release from: Powerlase
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 04 August 2006
High-power lasers to be represented in
Japan
Japan Laser Corporation (JLC) is to promote the latest AO Series nanosecond, Q-switched solid-state lasers manufactured by Powerlase that address a variety of materials processing requirements.
Powerlase, manufacturer of the world's highest power, nanosecond Q-switched, diode-pumped solid state (DPSS) lasers, has announced a distribution agreement with Japan Laser Corporation (JLC) for its market leading Starlase AO series lasers Partnering with Powerlase in Japan JLC will promote the latest AO Series nanosecond, Q-switched solid-state lasers manufactured by Powerlase that address a variety of materials processing requirements
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 21 Jul 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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AO series lasers have the highest power in their class and offer the end user a unique combination of features, allowing rapid material processing and the ability to replace existing industrial processes.
N Kondo, President of JLC, states: "Powerlase systems offer clear advantages over their competitors, and offer industrially proven capabilities in the FPD, and other, markets".
"We've successfully operated within this market for many years, with many vendors".
"Through this partnership agreement, we are confirming our view that Powerlase is leading the way with its development of the laser technology and the applications".
"Powerlase has successfully combined high average power, high repetition rates, and high intensity pulses; a combination not previously available together".
"Its unique utilisation of these product features introduces laser processing into new and innovative applications".
"We're looking forward to a long and profitable relationship with a visionary and a deliverer of world-class laser applications".
Tony King, Powerlase CEO adds: "Japan Laser Corporation will be a key partner for Powerlase".
"Its heritage and commitment to the successful implementation of applications driven laser solutions makes JLC a perfect fit for Powerlase as we continue to expand our global capacity and capability".
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