Laser welding in the food industry
Laser welding is an innovative process that can easily replace other more traditional welding methods such as TIG or MIG. It allows different welding techniques to be carried out with the same equipment and to work with a large number of materials. There are many sectors that could improve their production and efficiency with this laser system . The automotive industry, the medical production sector, mechanical and parts workshops, tank manufacturing, among many other options, are some of the sectors that can benefit from laser welding machines . In this article we will get to know laser welding in detail and we will focus on its application in the food industry.
Why choose laser welding?
A laser welding machine allows to make, without difficulty, very fine welds without excess filler, heating or deformation of the materials. Ensures complete penetration into welded materials.
The operation of the laser equipment is extremely simple: it does not require a high technical level on the part of the operator, and it welds a wide variety of materials with the same technique, only changing the parameters of the equipment. Laser welding machines are versatile equipment, with the same equipment we can work different materials: stainless steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, carbon steel , among other surfaces. The fiber laser they contain is of high quality and its power can be easily configured with the integrated control system that these equipments carry, operable by means of a touch screen.
It is interesting to note that these laser machines allow you to work at high speed if required and always under the decision of the person who is welding, we can configure the speed of the laser beam and its power and amplitude so that it adapts to our way of working. In addition, the welder can decide whether to weld with the addition of material or without it , these machines have an integrated wire feeder for easy control, which will be very practical when welding. The maintenance of the laser welding machine is not too much, it only requires initial training by the user who is going to use the machine and thus know perfectly the needs and care of it.
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Benefits of laser welders in the food industry
The food industry requires strict quality control and a large number of hygiene and care standards so that its production is not affected. All maintenance work is much more controlled and regulated than in other industries, since you work with food. Laser welding allows us great finishes, quality, resistance and without the need for revision , a fact that will lead to compliance with the quality standards required by the furniture, machines and utensils of the food industry.
On many occasions we work with stainless steel, a material that is very easy to weld with a laser, we can also obtain welds without roughness or damage, ideal for easy subsequent cleaning in a totally sanitized environment . A smooth and aesthetic weld will allow better disinfection and elimination of bacteria.
In the same way, with the laser welding machine we could weld both metal parts and utensils, such as tanks, container sealing or even some pipes.
Another advantage of the laser welding machine is the possibility of welding with greater or lesser depth, it is possible to go from 0.5 to 5mm when making welding joints , very interesting for the food industry.
- This type of laser welding is a non-contact, high-quality process. CONTACT our technical team to find out more.
