AILU - The Association of Laser Users

AILU Workshop: Laser Applications in E-Mobility
2024-07-11 09:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Warwick Manufacturing Group, WMG International Manufacturing Centre, CV4 7AL, United Kingdom
Introduction

Chair: Pasquale Franciosa
WMG, University of Warwick
With the drive towards electrification of transport by road, air and sea this topic is a key focus for laser material processing applications right now. This event will explore the latest advances, trends, and challenges in the rapidly evolving fields of battery manufacturing technology and electric mobility.

Speakers from research, manufacturing and the subcontract industry are included in the schedule together with those in the supply chain for laser welding, cutting, texturing and drying. Optics and beam delivery as well as innovative laser sources are driving advances – often in challenging reflective materials like aluminium alloys and copper.
This event is for:

Industry professionals who are seeking to adopt laser processing in battery and related industries
Researchers and academics focused on advanced technology for battery assembly
Suppliers of products and services to the automotive, aerospace and transportation sector

There are opportunities to network with other delegates, presenters and exhibitors over generous coffee breaks and an extended lunch. After the event there is an option to tour the facilities at WMG where you can see the implementation of laser welding in e-mobility and discover the research areas that are being investigated.

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration & Refreshments
10:00 – 10:10 Introduction & Welcome
Pasquale Franciosa, WMG
10:10 – 10:30 Effect of static laser beam shaping on gap bridging for welding copper hairpins
Lara Al Botros, WMG
10:30 – 10:50 A CFD study on laser cutting and ultra-thin copper foils for e-mobility applications
Alessandro Fortunato, University of Bologna
10:50 – 11:10 Electron beam welding for battery pack production
Colin Ribton, TWI
11:10 – 11:40 Break
12:00 – 12:20 Artificial Intelligence in camera-based online process monitoring
Axel Luft, Scansonic
12:20 – 12:40 Beam shaping to change challenging laser welding process into tolerant ones
Thibaut Atche, Cailabs
12:40 – 13:40 Lunch
13:40 – 14:00 Laser welding of aluminium alloys for battery coolers using dynamic beam laser
Eyal Shekel, Civan Laser
14:00 – 14:20 Minimising risk when welding live cells to make modules and battery packs
Phil Carr, Carrs Welding
14:20 – 14:40 Introducing laser welding to battery manufacturing
Brett Ramshaw, Alexander Battery Technologies
14:40 – 15:10 Break
15:10 – 15:30 Drying of battery electrodes: Technical & economical comparison of concepts
Andre Eltze, Laserline
15:30 – 15:50 Beam Shaping Techniques to Enhance Laser Welding of EV Components
Alex Griffiths, PowerPhotonic
15:50 – 16:50 Tour of WMG laser welding facilities

Venue
WMG
International Manufacturing Centre (IMC)
University of Warwick
Lord Bhattacharyya Way
Coventry
CV4 7AL
Entrance is indicated on the map below (click for a large version)
https://w3w.co/desire.voices.pines

Parking

Click the map for an enlarged version

You can park in any car park marked P. The closest car park is Car Park 15 ringed on the map.
The easiest way to pay is by downloading the APCOA Connect parking app – see here for full details https://warwick.ac.uk/services/carparks/general_parking/
All-day parking costs £8.00 and can be pre-booked
https://warwick.ac.uk/services/carparks/prebook/

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TRUMPF OPEN HOUSE – 50th UK anniversary – 2nd & 3rd July 2024, Luton
2024-07-02 09:00 - 2024-07-03 17:00 | TRUMPF, Luton, President Way, Airport Executive Park, Luton, LU2 9NL, United Kingdom
This event is a prime opportunity for OEMs and subcontractors to be inspired by the latest sheet metal machines and software solutions, from design through to automated manufacture. Why not take this opportunity to see TRUMPF laser cutting, punching, welding, bending and laser marking technology in action and speak to one of their technical experts face to face and see live machine and software demonstrations.
Founded in 1974 TRUMPF Machine Tools Limited UK started with 5 employees. During 1989 TRUMPF relocated to Luton as the new UK Headquarters. Over the last 50 years TRUMPF Ltd have been proud to be a part of the ever-evolving sheet metal industry.
Register here: https://www.trumpf.com/en_GB/landing-pages/uk/trumpf-open-house-2024/

Contact: Lynda Mattingley
lynda.mattingley@trumpf.com

AILU Free Webinar: Safety of Hand-held Lasers
2024-06-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Sponsored by

Free online webinar

WATCH HERE

Thursday 27th June 2024
14:00 – 15:00 BST

Details
Are you considering purchasing a hand-held laser for welding, cleaning, marking?
Make sure you know what the safety requirements are, including:

Laser eye safety (Goggles or face-mask)
Laser skin safety (overalls, gloves, boots PPE)
Laser safety for non-users (guarding/enclosure/room interlocking)
Fume extraction (safety for the operator and environment)

Preetesh Mistry from laser safety experts Pro-Lite will guide you through the safety requirements and recommend how these systems can be used safely in a static or mobile application.
As well as a presentation, there will be the opportunity to have questions answered in a Q&A session at the end of the webinar.
The webinar will be recorded and accessible for free via YouTube and Vimeo.

PULSATE 2024: Laser Innovations Summit
2024-06-18 09:00 - 2024-06-19 17:00 | Burbach
Join an enlightening two-day summit designed to showcase the latest advancements and applications of laser technology in manufacturing. The PULSATE 2024: Laser Innovations Summit is set to bring together industry leaders, innovative thinkers, and pioneering researchers to explore how laser technology is revolutionising manufacturing across various sectors.
The event is free to attend – register here https://ac.epic-photonics.com/pulsate-2024

Event overview
This event will feature a robust agenda filled with insightful keynotes, comprehensive overviews, and interactive sessions. Highlights include:

A detailed exploration of the laser-based manufacturing landscape.
Engaging discussions on the role of AI in laser manufacturing.
Success stories from front-runners in the field.
A round table with stakeholders from major industry players.

Programme
Two day programme full of the latest advancements and applications of laser technologies in manufacturing. Detailed agenda is currently in preparation.

Event Venue
The Summit will take place at The Square Convention Center, Mont des Arts, 1000 Brussels.

Why attend?
The PULSATE 2024: Laser Innovations Summit represents a unique opportunity to directly engage with advancements in laser technology that are setting new standards in manufacturing capabilities. Attendees will:
Gain invaluable insights into the future of manufacturing and how they can integrate these innovations into their own production processes.
Network with top-tier industry experts and form strategic alliances.
Whether you are looking to stay on the cutting edge of technological innovation or seeking solutions that can drive productivity and sustainability in your operations, the PULSATE 2024: Laser Innovations Summit is an event you cannot afford to miss. Join in to be part of shaping the future of manufacturing!

PLI Conferences 2024 Bordeaux, France
2024-06-18 08:00 - 2024-06-19 16:00 | Burbach
This event is organised by the Club Laser & Procédés, ALPhANOV, Alpha-RLH, Amplitude and Lasea France.
It is dedicated to industrial laser processes and their advances. An overview of the latest innovations in the field is presented through a rich program of expert conferences.
The 2023 edition brought together 165 participants and 33 booths including 47% manufacturers, 17% technology centres, 17% users and 11% academics, coming from from more than 80 different companies and 13 different countries.
The conference program is organised around thematic sessions and time for discussion between participants. Simultaneous French/English translation will be provided. You will have access to coffee breaks and a lunch buffet.
Read more here

AILU Early Careers Group Seminar
2024-06-05 09:30 - 13:00 | Cranfield University, College Rd, Wharley End, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0AL
Wednesday 5th June 2024
Cranfield University

Founded in 2017, AILU’s Early Careers Group (ECG) represents the next generation of laser industry and academic professionals. Members of the Group are from a variety of industrial laser backgrounds including research centres and industrial manufacturers.
On Wednesday 5th June the Group will host a morning seminar followed by a tour of the laser facilities at Cranfield University. Members of the ECG will deliver presentations highlighting the current focus of their research or application area.
The seminar is open to AILU members and non-members and would be of interest to those who might like to join this group or would benefit from networking with this enthusiastic and talented pool of individuals.

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration & Refreshments
10:00 – 10:05 Welcome
10:05 – 10:20 Multi-Energy System for Bead Shape Control
David Rico-Sierra, Cranfield University
10:20 – 10:35 Enhancing Mass Transfer in LPBF: A Dive into Oscillating Laser Scan Strategies and Melt Pool Dynamics
Ioannis Bitharas, Heriot-Watt University
10:35 – 10:50 Laser Material Processing of Ceramic Matrix Composites
Priyanka Ghosh, MTC
10:50 – 11:05 Surface Engineering of AM Biomedical Implants
Raja Abdullah, University of Birmingham
11:05 – 11:35 Refreshments
11:35 – 11:50 Automated Assembly of Laser Systems
Donald Risbridger, Heriot-Watt University
11:50 – 12:05 Laser Surface Texturing of Stent Materials for Cardiovascular Applications
Jialin Dong, Loughborough University
12:05 – 12:25 The Latest Developments in AM at the Welding & Additive Manufacturing Centre (Keynote)
Goncalo Pardal, Cranfield University
12:25 – 13:25 Lunch
13:25 – 14:05 Tour of laser facilities at Cranfield University

Venue
Martell House (Building 300)
1st Floor East, LR3
Cranfield University
College Rd
Wharley End
Bedford
MK43 0AL
See Site Map here
Martell House is located at the south of the map in square B6-7
Getting to Cranfield – https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/About/How-to-find-Cranfield

AILU Workshop: Laser Micro Applications
2024-05-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Burbach
Sponsored by PI (Physik Instrumente) Ltd

Introduction
Chair: Jack Gabzdyl (TRUMPF Lasers UK)
Recent advances in ultrafast lasers have seen them become more affordable, reliable and compact. This, combined with alternative (shorter) wavelengths is creating new applications which are able to match the needs of medical devices, consumer electronics and displays. Attend this workshop to learn more about the cutting edge of small scale applications including cutting, etching, drilling, texturing and additive manufacturing. Hosted at TRUMPF’s facility near to Luton Airport, this event will include opportunities for exhibitors, networking and sharing of research between academic and industrial manufacturing.

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration & Refreshments
10:00 – 10:10 Introduction & Welcome
Jack Gabzdyl, TRUMPF
10:10 – 10:30 Laser production of microparts – perspectives from a contract manufacturer
Nadeem Rizvi, Laser Micromachining Ltd
10:30 – 10:50 High throughput laser drilling of high-density precision microholes in metals: challenges and future prospects
Themis Karkantonis, Oxford Lasers
10:50 – 11:10 Laser micro machining for medical device applications
Mike O’Key, OpTek
11:10 – 11:40 Break
11:40 – 12:00 Ultra-short material processing of glass
Richard Carter, Heriot Watt University
12:00 – 12:20 Surface integrity evaluation in laser micro-texturing
Manuela Pacella, Loughborough University
12:20 – 12:40 Optimisation of bio inspired Surface Texture designs in combustion systems
Samuel Bigot, Cardiff University
12:40 – 13:50 Lunch
13:50 – 14:10 Laser structuring for spectral attenuation of different wavelengths and heat management
Jack Gabzdyl, TRUMPF
14:10 – 14:30 Laser Processing with Spatial Light Modulators (SLMs)
Jim Leach, Hamamatsu
14:30 – 14:50 USP laser platform for cutting-edge solutions
Antonio Raspa, Luxinar
14:50 – 15:20 Break
15:20 – 15:40 Laser micro-machining for hydrogen applications
Mitchell Leering, MTC
15:40 – 16:00 Femtosecond glass processing using bessel beam shapers
Scott Barrie, PowerPhotonic

Venue
TRUMPF Ltd
Unit A
President Way
Airport Executive Park,
Luton
LU2 9NL

Accommodation
Recommended Hotel:
Premier Inn St Albans City Centre
1 Adelaide Street
St Albans
Hertfordshire
AL3 5BH
Sat Nav Directions: AL3 5EB

AILU EVENT T&Cs
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AILU's 30th Annual General Meeting 2024
2024-05-15 14:30 - 15:30 | TRUMPF, Luton, President Way, Airport Executive Park, Luton, LU2 9NL, United Kingdom
Notice of the 2024 Annual General Meeting
The 30th Annual General Meeting of the Association of Industrial Laser Users will take place from 14:30-15:30 on 15 May 2024 at TRUMPF, Luton.
AILU Member Event, free to attend.

Venue
TRUMPF Ltd
Unit A President Way
Luton
LU2 9NL
See further information here
The meeting is a Hybrid meeting so online attendance is also possible: here

Documents
Notice of AGM
Agenda
Minutes of the last meeting
AILU Accounts to 31 Oct 2023

5th Smart Laser Processing Conference 2024, Japan
2024-04-23 01:00 - 2024-04-25 09:00 | Burbach
Organised by the Japan Laser Processing Society (JLPS)
Laser beam processing has played an important role in industrial fields of not only macro-products but also micro-products, and its technologies are essential to open the new strategies of smart manufacturing such as highly integrated, accurate, efficient processing with low energy consumption.
SLPC2024 deals with science and technology of smart laser materials processing including micro and macro laser processing. SLPC2024 is planned as a three-day event with a plenary session, oral sessions and poster session.
The aim of this conference is to provide a forum for discussion of fundamental aspects of laser-matter interaction, the state-of-the-art of smart laser processing, and topics for the next generation with fundamental scientists, end users and laser manufacturers.
Find out more here

MACH Exhibition 2024
2024-04-15 09:00 - 2024-04-19 17:00 | NEC Birmingham
Come and visit us at MACH 2024. We will have a stand in the Lasers for Manufacturing zone, Hall 17 stand 541.
MACH 2024, the national event for inspiring, innovating and connecting manufacturing, will be one of the most important shows of its kind ever staged in the UK. Resolving the current challenges facing the industry – soaring energy prices, rising labour costs, skills shortages, the escalating price of raw materials, supply chain disruption and the need to effectively tackle the green agenda by seizing the opportunities posed by decarbonisation, will all receive special focus.
See here for more information
Contact: Dave MacLellan
dave@ailu.publishingbureau.dev
https://ailu.publishingbureau.dev/

AILU Event - Free Webinar: Hand Held Laser Welding
2024-03-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Online webinar
A video of this event can now be viewed on YouTube
WATCH HERE

Sponsor: SS Laser Solutions

Sinan Bilgin, Presenter

TOPICS FOR THE WEBINAR:
– What is laser welding?
– Differences of laser welding compared to TIG/MIG welding
– Details of handheld laser welding
– Components of handheld laser welding system?
– How to choose the right components for your system?
– Cooling techniques of handheld laser welding machines
– Optics are everything! How to keep an eye on them?
– Is the training essential and how long it should be?
– Safety first! What actions do you need to take?
– Questions & Answer – 15 minutes at the end to ask anything

WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?:
This webinar is aimed at the sheet metal fabrication industry. If you are currently TIG or MIG welding sheet metal and you are looking to improve the speed and quality of your in-house fabrication, this webinar is for you. Experienced welders are hard to come by, but with Handheld laser welding you can quickly learn to achieve excellent results with a short learning cycle. So, even if you don’t have an experienced welder in-house, this webinar is for you.
SS Laser Solutions are experts in the skill and suppliers of the equipment. Use this webinar to explore whether laser welding is right for your business and to find out about the differences compared to conventional welding. Not all systems are the same and not all suppliers can offer the training, service and hand-holding needed to implement this process in your facility.
Register FREE using the link on this page and the meeting will run on ZOOM on 14 March at 11.00 AM GMT.
If you can’t attend the event live, it is also being recorded and will be available to watch online (YouTube/Vimeo) after the event.
Register to receive a follow-up link to view the content at your leisure.

AILU EVENT T&Cs
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AILU Event | Laser Processing using Machine Learning & Digital Twins
2024-02-08 10:00 - 16:00 | AME, Coventry, Beresford Ave, Coventry, CV6 5LZ, United Kingdom
Introduction
Chair: Danijela Rostohar, Coventry University
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is highly topical globally due to much-publicised developments in everything from smart listening virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa through spam filters, facial recognition, autonomous vehicles, smart walking robots and large language chatbots like Chat GPT.
In manufacturing huge changes are taking place, enabled by Machine Learning and Digital Twins. Using these techniques, processes can be improved and optimised in dramatically shorter times and the accumulated knowledge of decades of experience can be captured and exploited without the need for individual experts who previously held this know-how in their heads. As a result, smarter factories are being enabled and manufacturing becomes digitised with the result in higher efficiency and lower emissions – reducing the impact on the environment, and overcoming skills shortages in key processes.
Applications in the laser industry and in academic research establishments will be presented at this workshop. Using Machine Learning and Digital Twins, complex processes like laser welding and surface structuring can be modelled and optimised (offline) gaining insight from massive data sets which can be harnessed by high speed number-crunching to enable consistent quality in new applications.
This workshop is suited to anyone seeking to build knowledge in this field, and to add subject experts to their network. The event is live in-person with a few remote presentations. Post-event, pdfs of presenter slides and video of the presentations will be available to all registered delegates. After the event a tour of the facilities will be available to see the application of this technology to automotive battery welding.

Venue
Institute For Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME)
Beresford Ave
Coventry
CV6 5LZ
(SATNAV: Use postcode CV6 5JA)

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration & Refreshments
10:00 – 10:10 Introduction & Welcome
Danijela Rostohar, Coventry University
10:10 – 10:30 Bridging Realities: The Impact of Digital Twins on Advanced Manufacturing Systems
Marcos Kauffman, Coventry University
10:30 – 10:50 Machine Learning vs Human – in process understanding
Jian Qin, Cranfield University
10:50 – 11:10 Laser beam shaping with diffractive neural networks
Paul Buske, RWTH Aachen
11:10 – 11:40 Break
11:40 – 12:00 High Power Laser Welding Systems in the Era of Digital Manufacturing: Trends & Emerging Needs
Pasquale Franciosa, WMG, Warwick University
12:00 – 12:20 Classification of laser welds using in process video and machine learning
Darren Williams, TWI; Peter Wilson, J4IC, Lancaster University
12:20 – 12:40 Process solutions for laser welding of EV components
Peter Kallage, Coherent
12:40 – 13:40 Lunch
13:40 – 14:00 The Power of AI in Automated Inline Quality Inspection and Provenance Control
Sebelan Danishvar, Z-Prime
14:00 – 14:20 AI for Science: Machine Learning for Laser Facilities and Applications
Jeyan Thiyagalingam, STFC
14:20 – 14:40 The role of CFD in digital twins for additive manufacturing and laser welding
Marcin Serdeczny, Flow Science Inc.
14:40 – 15:00 Seeing the unseen: Sensors with sophisticated data models enable higher manufacturing quality
Mark Thompson, Photonics Express
15:00 – 15:30 Break
15:30 – 16:30 Tour of AME & Hyperbat

Parking
Parking will be reserved in the Unipart/AME car park off Beresford Avenue. The entrance is shown below.
SATNAV: Use postcode CV6 5JA
Please also see the information sheet here – AME-Visitor-Information.docx
You will be asked to sign in at Reception.

Accommodation
There are numerous hotels in and around Coventry.
See Premier Inns here
See other hotels here

AILU EVENT T&Cs
See AILU Event Terms and Conditions here.
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By registering for this meeting you agree that you are happy for AILU and Sponsors to contact you after the event

AILU's Early Career Researchers Seminar
2023-12-06 09:30 - 12:30 | University of Manchester, Engineering Building A, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL
Introduction
Founded in 2017, AILU’s Early Career Researchers (ECRs) Group represents the next generation of laser industry and academic professionals. The Group, operating as a committee with an elected Chair and Secretary, is spread across research centres and industrial manufacturers both in the UK and Europe.
On Wednesday 6th December the Group will host a morning seminar followed by a tour of the new Advanced Manufacturing Group facilities at the University of Manchester. The members of the Committee will give short presentations highlighting the current focus of their research or application area.
The seminar is open to AILU members and non-members and would be of interest to those who might join this group or would benefit from networking with this enthusiastic and talented pool of individuals.

Programme
09:30 -10:00 Registration & Refreshments
10:00 -10:05 Welcome. Raja Abdullah (Chair) University of Birmingham
10:05 -10:15 Tailored laser engraving geometry through the application of spatial light modulators. Daniel Wilson
(University of Manchester)
10:15 -10:25 TRUMPF TruPulse nano laser. Neda Baktash (TRUMPF)
10:25 -10:35 Laser beam oscillation welding of Al and Cu dissimilar joints. Amirhossein Sadeghian (Coventry University )
10:35 -10:45 How can beam shaping technology help to improve the performance of high speed dissimilar laser
welding? Tianzhu Sun (Warwick University)
10:45 -10:55 The practical side to our industry Will Buchanan (Graham Engineering)
10:55 -11:05 Refined grain structures in high deposition rate AM processes. Romali Biswal (Cranfield University)
11:05 -11:35 Refreshments
11:35 -11:45 Water jet guided laser cutting of carbon fibre reinforced polymer. Helen Elkington (MTC)
11:45 -11:55 Laser micro-hole drilling for hydrogen applications. Mitchell Leering (MTC)
11:55 -12:05 Novel methodology for investigating the through thickness molten pool shape during remote
laser welding. Venkat Vivek Pamarthi (Warwick University)
12:05 -12:15 Robotic assembly of laser systems. Donald Risbridger (Heriot-Watt University)
12:15 -12:25 Surface profiling of the AM surface for biomedical applications. Raja Abdullah (University of Birmingham)
12:25 -13:25 Lunch
13:25-14:05 Tour of new laser facilities at the University of Manchester

Venue
Room B2.002
Engineering Building B
The University of Manchester
Booth Street East
Manchester
M13 9SS
The meeting is in Engineering Building B which you access via the link bridge on the 2nd floor of Engineering Building A. See the images below.
Parking is at the Aquatics Car Park, Manchester, M13 9SS. This is an APCOA car park – the APCOA Connect App can be downloaded for easy payment.

Featured image courtesy Daniel Wilson, University of Manchester

AILU's Annual Job Shop Business Meeting
2023-11-22 09:30 - 16:00 | National Metalforming Centre, 47 Birmingham Road, West Bromwich, B70 6PY
Introduction
AILU’s active Job Shop Community represents over 150 UK laser subcontractors offering laser material processing as a service.
If you haven’t been before, these meetings are “laser focused” on delivering high value content to our members and non-members in this sector.
With electricity price fluctuations still showing high volatility, AILU is pleased to present the results of our members voluntary (and anonymised) electricity price survey.
If you are facing challenges as a Job Shop owner or manager, this meeting is the right place for you. Take-aways from this meeting will include opportunities to enhance or diversify to grow your business, including:
Enhanced laser cutting:

Explore Higher Power Fibre Laser Systems
Learn the Benefits of Gas Mixing
Opportunities in Non-Metal Cutting

Emerging laser processes:

Handheld Laser Welders (Better & Faster than TIG)
Manual Laser Cleaning

New Technology:

Find Out the Latest from Suppliers in the Sector
Participate in the Discussion Forum

Venue:
National Metalforming Centre
47 Birmingham Road
West Bromwich,
B70 6PY

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration & refreshments
10:00 – 10:10 Welcome & Introduction
Chris Waters (Chair of AILU Jobshop Group)
10:10 – 10:30 High Power Laser Cuttting (above 10 kW)
Stan Wilford (IPG Photonics)
10:30 – 10:50 Gas Mixing – How it helps your cutting performance
Chris Smith (MSS Lasers)
10:50-11:10 Cutting Non-Metals: New Opportunities for Job Shops
Jonathan Green (Trotec)
11:10-11:40 Refreshments
11:40-12:00 Manual Laser Welding: What You Need To Know
Andy Toms (TLM Laser)
12:00-12:20 Manual Laser Cleaning: Amazing Results & Applications
Oscar Heredia (LC Lasers)
12:20-12:30 Survey results feedback: Electrical
Dave MacLellan (AILU)
12:30-12:50 What To Do Before Your Energy Contract Runs Out
Nigel Addison-Evans (Control Energy Costs)
12:50 – 13:50 Lunch
13:50 – 14:00 R&D Tax Credits: New Claims Rules & Procedures
James Cameron (Visiativ)
14:00-15:00 What’s new – short commercial presentations
Short company pitches (10 mins each): TLM Laser, Laser Lines, Amplitude, Nitrogen Supply Co, Prima Power, Coherent, Mazak
15:00-15:40 Open Discussion Forum
15:40 Close

Accommodation
Recommended Hotel:
Premier Inn West Bromwich
New Gas Street,
West Bromwich,
West Midlands
B70 0NP
Alternatively:
Premier Inn Oldbury (M5 Jn2)
Wolverhampton Rd,
Oldbury
B69 2BH

AILU EVENT T&Cs
See AILU Event Terms and Conditions here.
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By registering for this meeting you agree that you are happy for AILU and Sponsors to contact you after the event

AILU Member Event - Laser Safety Training Workshop
2023-11-08 09:00 - 2023-11-09 17:00 | Online
Training Workshop: Laser Safety Awareness & Laser Safety Officer

Pro-Lite Technology, in association with laser safety experts LASERVISION/UVEX ACADEMY, offers two levels of safety training for those working with lasers. Both training workshops have been designed to align with the guidance provided in BS EN 60825.
Module A: Laser Safety Awareness Training
This module provides an awareness of laser safety and explains the risks, your rights and your responsibilities when working with lasers. The one day workshop provides an easily-digestible training on the basic physics of lasers, primary and secondary hazards, legal requirements, safety measures and the rights and responsibilities of laser users. This training is intended to be easily understood, low on maths and perfect for those working with lasers in industry, universities, hospitals and research institutes who wish to keep up to date with laser safety.
Module B: Laser Safety Officer Training
For those that have completed the Laser Safety Awareness Training Module, the laser safety officer training explains the legal and legislative framework that applies to the safe use of lasers, and the responsibilities and duties of the designated laser safety officer. Delegates will be expected to complete sample laser safety calculations. Please note that it is a requirement for organisations working with class 3B, 3R and 4 lasers to appoint a named laser safety officer. Please refer to BS EN 60825 (part 14, Users’ Guide) for further explanation.
Dates: 8-9 November 2023

Time: 09:00 – 17:00
Location: Online (via Teams)
Workshop Tutor: Klaus Bescherer-Nachtmann – Head of Laser Safety Training at Laservision/Uvex Academy
Fee:

Module A – Laser Safety Awareness Training: £360 ex. VAT
Module B – Laser Safety Officer Training: £480 ex. VAT*

* Please note that to attend the Safety Officer Training on day 2 you must have attended the Awareness Training on day 1

REGISTER HERE: https://pro-lite.co.uk/products-services-index/services/training/laser-safety-training/

MTC Event: Laser Matters - Liverpool 2023
2023-10-03 09:00 - 16:00 | MTC Liverpool, 131 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TF, United Kingdom
FREE REGISTRATION BOOK HERE
The MTC is hosting its annual Laser Matters event on the Tuesday 3rd October. This year, we’re hosting the industry leading event in the North of the UK, at our brand-new Liverpool site. At the event you will be able to connect with other innovative companies like yourself, learn about the latest cutting-edge laser processing capabilities and gain an understanding of the benefits of laser adoption through the experience of companies who have recently gone through that same journey.
This event has a strong focus on support services and offerings by the MTC both technologically as well as funding support for SMEs. With over 30 experienced engineers and technicians and state-of-the-art facilities, the MTC is a leading laser R&D centre in the UK and is actively working with partner organisations across the country to address the challenges for technology adoption by the industry.
The event will feature a series of presentations given by SMEs and our technical specialists within the business as well as a virtual demonstration of the technologies accompanied by a networking session to have the chance to speak to one of the engineers, to allow you to discover how the potential implementation of Laser technology can boost your business.
SEE EVENT DETAILS HERE

AILU Workshop - Laser Cleaning
2023-09-20 09:00 - 16:00 | ABB Robotics, Orion House, Maidstone Rd, Kingston,, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD
Workshop Chair: Tony Jones (Cyan Tec)
The rise in the number of laser cleaning systems on the market has led to a rapid increase in the uptake of the application. Advantages of cleaning by laser are the following:

Non-abrasive process which doesn’t contaminate the surface
Selective cleaning with no damage to the underlying surface
Suitable for automation or manual operation
Minimal waste – only fume extraction required
Removes rust, paint, coatings, soot and layers of organic material
Efficient and fast, giving excellent results

Increasingly being used in automotive, aerospace, electronics and even the nuclear industry, laser cleaning can be seen regularly on YouTube videos and LinkedIn posts.
This workshop will share the latest in new technology, from researchers and manufacturers, as well as giving case studies of applications where it has proved itself to be the best method in production.
Suitable for anyone planning to use laser cleaning, or just wanting to understand how it works. There will be presentations in the morning and afternoon, with time set aside for networking over coffee breaks and lunch. A small exhibition of suppliers will be alongside the workshop for those looking to discuss the equipment and services available.

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration
10:00 Welcome & Introduction
Tony Jones, Cyan Tec Systems
Morning Session
10:10 AM–10:30 AM | Laser Cleaning: A Solution Looking for Applications
Leo Sexton, LaserAge
10:30 AM–10:50 AM | Reduced Hazard Laser cleaning using Retina Safe Wavelengths
Tara Murphy, Woodrow Scientific
10:50 AM–11:10 AM | Laser cleaning in restricted access situations
Mike O’Key, OpTek
11:10 AM–11:40 AM | Break
11:40 AM–12:00 AM | Low energy laser shock processing: the boundary between cleaning and strengthening phenomena
Manuela Pacella, Loughborough University
12:00 AM–12:20 AM | Laser cleaning of thermal barrier coatings
Artem Bogatyrev, Nottingham University
12:20 AM–12:40 AM | Laser cleaning of heritage objects and monuments
Paraskevi Pouli, FORTH
12:40 PM–1:50 PM Lunch
Afternoon Session
01:50 PM–02:10 PM | Automated laser cleaning: applications and solutions
Gary Broadhead, IPG Photonics
02:10 PM–02:30 PM | Laser cleaning in challenging environments; the importance of fume capture and analysis
Ali Khan, TWI

02:30 PM–02:50 PM | Laser surface functionalisation to enhance bonding
Jack Gabzdyl , TRUMPF
02:50 PM–03:20 PM | Break

03:20 PM–03:40 PM | Safety considerations for laser cleaning and practical guidance for manual cleaning
Ioannis Metsios , Lumpi

Venue
ABB Robotics
Orion House
Maidstone Rd
Kingston
Milton Keynes
MK10 0BD

Accommodation
There are plenty of accommodation options in Milton Keynes including the Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central (Xscape) hotel

Main image credit: 4JET/TRUMPF

Advances in Laser Welding Systems - WMG course/training programme
2023-07-10 09:00 - 2023-07-13 17:00 | Burbach
The WMG at the University of Warwick introduces a brand new course in Advances in Laser Welding Systems. Urged by challenging weld requirements, mix materials, need for quality control and reduction of scrap and waste, the course will cover the full cycle of development from fundamental understanding of the metallurgy to selection of welding equipment with overview of current technology trends, insights about intelligent laser welding units assisted by machine learning and latest generation sensors.
The following topics will be covered:

National EV roadmap and priorities
Laser welding safety operations and policies
State-of-the-art laser beam welding systems (laser units, scanners, beam shaping systems, sensors, etc.)
Fundamentals of weld metallurgy for similar and dissimilar metals
Digital twins for laser welding systems
Weld quality standards
Laser welding systems powered by machine learning and in-process sensing
Automation and fundamentals of robot programming and fixturing/jigging
Hands-on sessions to troubleshoot weld quality issues and system malfunctions
Future developments and technologies

Attendees will have access to the state-of-the-art Laser Beam Welding lab at WMG with plenty of hands-on lab sessions to debug weld defects and implement solutions.
Date: 10th – 13th July 2023
Venue: WMG, University of Warwick
Cost: £1800 (Standard / Industry Rate) £1000 (Academic / Student Rate)
Weblink: https://lnkd.in/ep-D3iiQ

Laser World of Photonics 2023
2023-06-27 09:00 - 2023-06-30 17:00 | Messe Munich, Germany
LASER World of PHOTONICS is the leading trade fair for LASER & Photonics. It will take place in Munich from June 27-30, 2023 and attracts over trade visitors and exhibitors from all over the world. Here you can learn about the latest trends and innovations in photonics technology, attend workshops and technical presentations, and interact with industry professionals.
https://world-of-photonics.com/en/

LPM2023 - The 24th International Symposium on Laser Precision Microfabrication
2023-06-13 00:00 - 2023-06-16 09:00 | Hirosaki Bunka Center, Hirosaki-city, Aomori, Japan
The 24th International Symposium on Laser Precision Microfabrication (LPM2023) will be held from June 13 to June 16, 2023, in Hirosaki Bunka Center, Hirosaki-city, Aomori, Japan, as “In-Person” conference.
Abstract Submission is now open. For details about submission, please see here:
http://www.jlps.gr.jp/lpm/lpm2023/abstract/
Abstract Submission Due Date: January 31, 2023, JST
Event Date: 13-16 June 2023
Venue: Hirosaki Bunka Center, Hirosaki-city, Aomori, Japan
Organised by Japan Laser Processing Society (JLPS)
Contact: LPM2023 Secretariat of the Japan Laser Processing Society at lpm2023@jlps.gr.jp

AILU's 29th Annual General Meeting 2023
2023-05-31 14:30 - 15:30 | AMP Technology Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Brunel Way, Catcliffe, Rotherham, S60 5WG, United Kingdom
Notice of Annual General Meeting
The 29th Annual General Meeting of the Association of Industrial Laser Users will take place from 14:30-15:30 on 31 May 2023 in the AMP Technology Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Rotherham.
The AGM will follow a morning workshop on Lasers in Low-Carbon Energy (see here).

Venue
AMP Technology Centre
Advanced Manufacturing Park
Brunel Way
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 5WG
T: +44(0)114 254 1200
See here for more information

Documents
Notice of AGM
230531 Agenda
ASS-1 AILU Final to 31.10.22
AILU AGM Minutes_060422

Lasers in Low Carbon Energy - AILU workshop
2023-05-31 10:00 - 13:00 | AMP Technology Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Brunel Way, Catcliffe, Rotherham, S60 5WG, United Kingdom
Sponsored by

Introduction

Chair: Tian Long See (MTC)
Energy generation requires radical transformation globally between now and 2030 due to more rigorous climate targets set by the UK government and around the world. This has presented huge challenges in terms of material resources, manufacturing, installation, servicing as well as infrastructure. There are several different types of renewable energy with their own sets of unique challenges when it comes to manufacturing and infrastructure needs. For example, wind and solar energy are not continuous and therefore require power storage (through batteries) as well as base level generation (nuclear power in the short term fusion energy in the longer term). On top of this we have existing nuclear power stations which take decades to decommission.
New technology in laser joining, cutting, texturing, hardening, cladding and shock peening (to name a few) are addressing some of the issues in manufacturing and decommissioning. Lasers will be a part of the landscape of Low Carbon energy generation. This workshop will address some of the areas where lasers are already being applied, or need to address in future years.
This workshop will set out the needs and give case studies of existing applications in the field. It is ideal for researchers, manufacturers, integrators and end-users of the technology to learn about the leading edge of laser material processing technology in this field.
The 2023 AILU AGM will follow this workshop, from 14:30 – 15:30 (see here).
Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration
10:00 – 10:10 Welcome
Tian Long See, Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)
Session 1

10:10 – 10:30 Net Zero: Targets, Progress & How Industrial Lasers Contribute
Dave MacLellan, AILU
10:30 – 10:50 High Heat Flux Lasers in Nuclear Fusion Engineering
Petros Efthymiou, UKAE
10:50 – 11:10 Controlling Hazardous Fume for Decommissioning
Lewis Jones, Loughborough University
11:10 AM – 11:40 Break
Session 2
11:40 – 12:00 Laser Welding for Electrification
Paola De Bono, TWI
12:00 – 12:20 Laser Processing in Battery Production – Status Quo & Future Perspectives
Johannes Kriegler, Technical University, Munich
12:20 – 13:00 Discussion Session
13:00 – 14:15 Lunch
14:30 AILU AGM (optional)

Venue
Post code for Sat Nav: S60 5TZ
AMP Technology Centre
Advanced Manufacturing Park
Brunel Way
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 5WG
T: +44(0)114 254 1200
See here for more travel information

AILU EVENT T&Cs
See AILU Event Terms and Conditions here.
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By registering for this meeting you agree that you are happy for AILU and Sponsors to contact you after the event

MTC/BGA Technical Networking and Awareness Day on Laser Technology for Gearing
2023-05-24 09:00 - 16:00 | MTC, Ansty Park, Coventry, CV7 9JU, United Kingdom
Laser Technology for Gearing
In collaboration with Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) the British Gear Association (BGA) are holding Technical Networking and Awareness Day on Laser Technology for Gearing at MTC technical centre in Coventry on 24th May 2023. The MTC is part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVMC), which is supported by Innovate UK. The HVMC is the catalyst for the future growth and success of advanced manufacturing in the UK. It consists of seven technology and innovation centres across the UK and its vision is to work with companies of all sizes to bridge the gap from concept to commercialisation.
Focus: Laser Technology for Gearing
Venue: Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) – Coventry, CV7 9JU
Date: 24th May 2023 Time: 09:00 – 16:00
Free Attendance

About the Event
The Technical Awareness Day will include presentations on the topics below as well as machine demonstrations and tour of the MTC state of the art facility.
• Laser Peening for improved performance
• Development in laser surface texturing for improved tribological performance
• Latest developments in metrology and measurement
• Latest developments in laser-AM
• Impact of Electrification and Net Zero on latest laser technology development
There will be plenty of opportunity to network with the leading Gear companies, manufacturers, distributors and academics. This will be your chance to share opportunities, discuss challenges and promote your interests to likeminded people. Lunch will be provided. Please note places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis so please book soon to avoid disappointment.
To reserve your FREE place online please visit: www.bga.org.uk
You can also book your place direct by emailing Kirsty & Lynne in the BGA office admin@bga.org.uk

ILAS 2023 - 8th Industrial Laser Applications Symposium
2023-03-22 08:00 - 2023-03-23 17:00 | Mercure Daventry Court Hotel, NN11 0SG, United Kingdom
EXHIBITION TABLES SOLD OUT

* Full-time student rate. Those on paid internships will be charged the appropriate delegate rate.

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Wednesday 22 March – Thursday 23 March 2023
Mercure Daventry Court Hotel, Daventry, UK
The Industrial Laser Applications Symposium (ILAS) is back as a live event!
ILAS is a unique 2-day symposium that attracts international delegates and speakers to share the latest in laser material processing. You are guaranteed to make new contacts, expand your network, find business or collaboration opportunities, meet potential employers and employees to develop your organisation or career.

The symposium will be packed with presentations and exhibitions. It’s where academia meets industry for all things industrial-laser related, so don’t miss out.
More details can be found on the dedicated event website here – https://ilas2023.co.uk/ – pop across to see what’s happening!
AILU EVENT T&Cs
See AILU Event Terms and Conditions here.
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Live-streamed webinar from Trotec: advantages of laser cutting for the signage and display industries
2023-01-26 11:00 - 16:00 | Online
Trotec laser will host a live-streamed webinar about the advantages of laser cutting for the signage and display industries on Thursday 26th January 2023 at 11am.
In the highly competitive signage market, Trotec has recognised an increase in demand for laser technology among acrylic fabricators, point of sale manufacturers and signage specialists. Laser cutting technology is becoming more mainstream in the print and sign industry as more businesses realise the competitive advantages it can bring.When used alongside traditional technologies such as CNC routers, laser cutters can save production time, reduce costs on maintenance and waste, and improve product quality while optimising production workflows.
At the live stream webinar, Trotec’s Applications Specialist, Alex Beckingham will fabricate a layered display made from adhesive-backed acrylic sheets using the large format SP3000 400W laser cutter.
Aimed at the signage and display industry, Alex’s demonstration will provide hints, tips and practical advice for people in the sign and display industry who are either new to laser cutting or have experience but want to find out about how to take the next step and improve productivity with the latest technology and processes.
To register for the ‘Laser Revolution: How your competitors are saving time and money’ webinar, go to https://www.troteclaser.com/en-gb/about-us/events/2022-10-large-format-laser-cutting-webinar?no_cache=1
The webinar is a great opportunity to catch a glimpse of the largest Trotec laser machine before it heads to the Sign & Digital UK exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham on 21-23rd March 2023 (stand J30). The SP3000 CO2 laser cutter has a working area of 2210 x 3210 mm and features market-leading features which significantly reduce loading/unloading time and makes maintenance straightforward alongside efficient processing to ensure the laser cutting system is prepared for busy and demanding production environments.
Trotec is a manufacturer of market-leading laser cutting and engraving equipment and materials. The range of laser cutters range in size from A3 up to large format scale and are fully supported by Trotec’s UK-based service and support team. For more information, go to www.troteclaser.com.
Contact: James Hutton (Marketing Executive)
james.hutton@troteclaser.com
0191 495 7907

AILU Workshop: Additive Manufacturing
2023-01-25 09:00 - 16:00 | University of Birmingham
Hosted by

Introduction
Chair: Moataz Attallah, Universtity of Birmingham
Metal Additive Manufacturing has advanced significantly in terms of process capability, throughput and quality assurance. Higher power laser sources and advanced scanning hardware and software together with material optimisation have resulted in greater uptake of the application in a wide range of markets.
Fine metal powder or solid wire is fused by laser (and non-laser) technologies to form solid objects which can achieve high accuracy and repeatability with minimal excess weight or material and maximum mechanical properties – enabling new geometric solutions, many inspired by natural forms.
Presenters will cover recent developments in process control, imaging, modeling and material production as well as current advances in design for additive applications, making this workshop of interest to anyone with an interest in manufacturing, research or use of additive manufacturing.
Delegates will be able to tour the Additive Manufacturing facilities at the university after the workshop.
Free places are available for SMEs. If you’re an SME based in the Midlands, AILU has partnered with AMTECAA to provide free tickets to this event. You will also have the opportunity to find out more about AMTECAA’s five fully funded technical feasibility projects supporting SMEs to access equipment and expertise to optimise or develop new products and processes. These include feasibility studies using some of the most advanced laser metal 3D printing processes, such as laser powder bed fusion, direct laser deposition, and metal binder jetting. Please contact AILU for details or Prveen Bidare for further information p.bidare@bham.ac.uk.

Programme
09:30 – 10:00 Registration
10:00 Welcome
Moataz Attallah, University of Birmingham
Morning Session
10:10 AM–10:30 AM | Advanced Processing Routes for Netshape Manufacturing
Khamis Essa, University of Birmingham
10:30 AM–10:50 AM | Understanding & improving laser-material interactions in LPBF through high-speed imaging
Andrew Moore, Heriot Watt University
10:50 AM–11:10 AM | Process Control for the Creation of Porous Structures
Amanda Cruchley, The MTC
11:10 AM–11:40 AM | Break
11:40 AM–12:00 AM | Design for Additive Manufacture and the rise of Gen3D
Vimal Dhokia, Bath University
12:00 AM–12:20 AM | Metal Powders for Additive Manufacturing
Raja Khan, TWI
12:20 AM–12:40 AM | RoboWAAM: an integrated hardware and software ecosystem for wire DED-Arc
Filomeno Martina, WAAM3D
12:40 PM–1:40 PM Lunch
Afternoon Session
01:40 PM–02:00 PM | In-process quality monitoring: the power of sensor data fusion
Stephan Kuehr, Sigma Additive
02:00 PM–02:20 PM | Processing Titanium and Nickel Superalloys with Laser PBF
Ravi Aswathanarayanaswamy , Renishaw
02:20 PM–02:40 PM | Hybrid Additive Manufacturing Developments for Industry
Chris Austin, Mazak
02:40 PM–03:10 PM | Break

03:10 PM–03:30 PM | Putting Additive Manufacturing into Production
Emmanuel Muzangaza , Digital Manufacturing Centre
3:30 PM Optional Tour of Additive Manufacturing facilities at University of Birmingham

Venue
Engineering Building (Y3)
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham B15 2TT

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The map shows the venue, car park and University railway station.
The car park is just over 5 minutes walk from the venue.

Travel Information
See here for information on how to get to Birmingham University by public or private transport. N.B. the University has its own railway station called University Station.

Accommodation
Premier Inn
Birmingham Central (Hagley Road) Hotel
176 – 184 Hagley Road,
Birmingham,
B16 9NY
Edgbaston Park Hotel
53 Edgbaston Park Road,
Birmingham
B15 2RS

Main image credit: University of Birmingham

AILU EVENT T&Cs
See AILU Event Terms and Conditions here.
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By registering for this meeting you agree that you are happy for AILU and Sponsors to contact you after the event

Mazak’s ‘Discovery Week’
2022-12-06 09:00 - 2022-12-09 17:00 | Mazak UK, Badgeworth Drive, Worcester, WR4 9NF, United Kingdom
Unlocking productivity at the heart of Mazak’s ‘Discovery Week’
Yamazaki Mazak is set to host a week-long experiential Open House focusing on overcoming the biggest production challenges facing customers.
Running from 6-9th December, Mazak’s ‘Discovery Week’ aims to help machine tool and laser processing users find solutions to a host of productivity-led challenges to improve efficiency and minimise downtime.
The event, which will be hosted throughout Mazak’s European Manufacturing Plant and Technology Centre in Worcester, will be supported by over 25 partners with expertise in tooling, tool management, swarf management, CAD/CAM and finance.
There will be more than 20 machines on display, including live cutting demonstrations on a range of 5-axis, horizontal, vertical, CNC turning and laser processing machines, many of which will be equipped with third-party automation systems.
Among the technology highlights will be Mazak’s newest vertical machining centre, the VCN-700. Designed and manufactured in the UK, visitors will be able to see live production of the VCN-700 as part of the factory tours taking place during Discovery Week.
Automation will be a running theme throughout the event, with no less than eight different part-loading solutions on display. Stand-out examples include the VARIAXIS i-300 complete with Auto Work Changer (AWC) and expandable high-capacity tool magazine for high-mix, low-volume applications; as well three UK-made CV5-500 compact 5-axis machining centres, each with a different ancillary automation system.
For laser users, Mazak will be running live cutting demonstrations on its OPTIPLEX 3015 FIBER III 10.0 kW laser processing machine complete with TEKMAG automated sheet metal loading system. Offering laser users ultra-high speed cutting of medium thickness material and the ability to cut the finest widths and most difficult reflective materials, the 10.0 kW 3015 FIBER III variant can process workpieces up to 1525 mm x 3000 mm.
Mazak will also be using Discovery Week to showcase its iConnect digital connectivity portal.
Mazak iConnect provides registered Mazak users with a bespoke access point for machine-specific information such as manuals, maintenance videos, parts order history and professional training resources. The portal also includes an ‘extended value’ Machine to Mazak service, which allows Mazak customers to connect machines to a secure Mazak Cloud service. This can facilitate a number of productivity-enhancing benefits, including monitoring their machine operation online, backing up controls, using remote diagnosis to gain support from Mazak Applications and Service Engineers and scheduling maintenance tasks.
Alan Mucklow, Managing Director UK, Eire and National Distributors at Yamazaki Mazak, commented: “Discovery Week will hone in on the importance of collaboration to achieving innovation. Identifying and rectifying productivity-inhibiting factors is vital to boosting output. We hope that by bringing together experts from across industry – from tooling and tool management through to CADCAM and finance – visitors will be able to develop real-time solutions to ramp up productivity going into 2023.
“The event will also be the perfect platform to showcase the breadth and depth of Mazak’s machining portfolio, including several ground-breaking machine tools designed and built here in Worcester following first-hand feedback from subcontractors around Europe. Many of our machines are now manufactured with automation in mind, and the fact that there will be eight different turnkey automated cells in operation throughout the week only reinforces the accessibility of technology now available to subcontractors.”
To register to attend Discovery Week, please visit: Discovery Week.

SPIE Photonex
2022-12-06 09:00 - 2022-12-08 17:00 | NEC Birmingham
This event will bring together 1,500 international engineers and scientists working to impact the areas of photonics, lasers, biophotonics, imaging, lasers, silicon photonics, optical technologies, vacuum components and instruments, and sensor satellite systems.
To take a look at the 2022 event, please visit:
https://spie.org/conferences-and-exhibitions/photonex.

AILU's Early Career Researchers Seminar
2022-11-30 10:00 - 14:30 | University of Nottingham, Advanced Manufacturing Building, Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, NG8 1BB, United Kingdom
Early Career Researchers Seminar
Wednesday 30th November 2022

Introduction
Founded in 2017, AILU’s Early Career Researchers (ECR) Group represents the next generation of laser industry and academic professionals. The Group, operating as a committee with an elected Chair and Secretary, is spread across research centres and industrial manufacturers both in the UK and Europe.
On Wednesday 30th November the Group will host a morning seminar followed by a tour of the Additive Manufacturing facilities at the University of Nottingham’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing. The members of the Committee will give short presentations highlighting the current focus of their research or application area.
The seminar is open to AILU members and non-members and would be of interest to those who might join this group or would benefit from networking with this enthusiastic and talented pool of individuals.

09:30 – 10:00 Registration & Refreshments
10:00 -10:20 Introduction to the University and AM Group – Marco Simonelli (University of Nottingham)
10:20 -10:30 Fluid and particle dynamics in LPBF – Ioannis Bitharas (Heriot-Watt University)
10:30 -10:40 FeNi36 deposition using AM processes: In-situ alloying and pre-alloyed FeNi36 – Romali Bismal (Cranfield University)
10:40 -10:50 Hybrid Manufacturing and Binder Jet AM – Raja Abdullah (University of Birmingham)
10:50 -11:00 Impact of laser beam shaping technology on weld quality in E-Mobility applications – Tianzhu Sun-Warwick-
11:00 -11:10 The role of new product development within laser manufacturing – Sheona Day (TRUMPF)
11:10 -11:40 Refreshment Break
11:40 -11:50 Record microgroove production using a spatial light modulator – Daniel Wilson (University of Manchester)
11:50 -12:00 High power water jet guided laser machining of advanced materials – Helen Elkington (MTC)
12:00 -12:10 Development of Thulium-doped fibre lasers – Martin Buckthorpe (University of Southampton)
12:10 -12:20 Laser welding of dissimilar materials for electric vehicle battery manufacturing – Amirhossein Sadeghian (Coventry University)
12:20 -12:30 Lasers in Surgery and Robotics – Donald Risbridger (Heriot-Watt University)
12:30 -13:30 Lunch
13:30 -14:15 Tour

Venue
Advanced Manufacturing Building
University of Nottingham
Jubilee Campus,
Nottingham
NG8 1BB
(Sat Nav postcode NG7 2GX )
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The Centre for Additive Manufacturing is located in the Advanced Manufacturing Building, Jubilee Campus (Building 59) just off Derby road via the Jubilee Campus South Entrance.
If driving, use the visitor car park which is only 5 minutes walk away (the car park is to the right of Building 9 on the map).

Main image courtesy of University of Nottingham

TRUMPF Open House
2022-11-30 09:00 - 2022-12-01 17:00 | TRUMPF, Luton, President Way, Airport Executive Park, Luton, LU2 9NL, United Kingdom
TRUMPF Open House ‘22 is a prime opportunity for OEMs and subcontractors to be inspired by machine and software solutions, from design through to automated manufacture, and the latest developments in laser cutting, punching, welding, bending and laser marking technologies and power tools. Technical experts in each of these fields will be available on both days.
Special focus will be on automated laser welding and new process features, such as Edgeline Bevel, an innovation that allows flatbed laser machines to produce chamfers and countersinks in sheet metal. Visitors will also be introduced to the full suite of TRUMPF Digital Services and the new OSEON software for connecting manufacturing processes, material flow, machines and employees.
To register online go to TRUMPF Open House 2022
or email marketing@uk.trumpf.com advising your chosen date and the number and names of all visitors.
