For decades, the global industrial sector has operated under a “Replacement Culture.” When a complex component wears down by even a few millimeters, the entire multi-ton asset is often scrapped and replaced. This creates a massive strategic liability in the…
Laser Cleaning Systems: Architecture and Application for Surface Preparation In industrial material processing (Article #26), contamination is the enemy of quality. Traditionally, removing rust, oil, or old paint required harsh chemicals, abrasive sandblasting, or manual grinding. Laser Cleaning changes this…
The Future of Laser Cladding: Next-Generation Materials, Process Innovation, and Strategic Challenges (2025-2035) Over the past two decades, high-power fiber laser cladding (Article #02, #08) has matured from a specialized repair niche into a defining technology for surface engineering and…
Laser Cladding and Sustainability: Driving the Circular Economy through Remanufacturing and Resource Efficiency In the face of global climate change and resource scarcity, industrial sectors are under increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices. The traditional linear economy model—”take, make, dispose”—is…