FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 23, 2004

Expansion of the eurolaser laser cutting systems by a Raster Engraving Unit (REU)

Raster engraving on 6 square meters

To expand the numerous possibilities of processing material with the eurolaser laser cutting systems (LCS) eurolaser has developed an option called Raster Engraving Unit (REU).

The Raster Engraving Unit is used to pass out pixel graphics with the eurolaser LCS beside the usual vector graphic applications. One can produce 2D-pictures as well as 3D-reliefs with a maximum resolution of 1200 dpi (pixel per inch) and an optional depth. The high quality and output of the "normal" cutting applications will remain unaffected.

The possibility to use the whole table size of up to 2200x3000mm makes it unique on the market. It is ideally suited for mass production.

Integration of the new Synrad Firestar f400 CO2 Laser into a flatbed system

eurolaser is the first supplier to integrate the Synrad Firestar f400 CO2 laser into a flatbed system. A laser that shines not only due to its price-performance ratio. The following features make it a real innovation in acrylic processing and in the manufacturing of dieboards:

1. Cutting speed: Due to the very good energy distribution of the laser beam, the cutting speed can be considerably increased while maintaining the quality (up to 30%). The "Gauß mode" funnel formation (as an indication of the energy distribution) is extraordinary for a "sealed off" laser. It achieves the quality standards of much larger, flowing gas lasers.
2. Power control: The Firestar f400 can be continuously controlled. Even in the lower power range, it can be controlled in a refined manner like a 100 Watt laser. It combines the advantages of higher-powered lasers with those of low power. The user benefits not only from the fast cutting speed, but also from the ability to use it for carrying out the finest engraving tasks.
3. Power stability: A constant focus diameter and focal point ensure consistent cutting quality over the whole working surface. The Firestar f400 confirmed these statements completely and utterly in the eurolaser endurance tests.