C. Jason Smith, Ph.D. Nowadays, we call them the good old days. You remember – when jobs were predominately straight forward, and practically all job site problems could be cured with simple, common ...

Nowadays small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can afford lasers, but they often lack the capacity and know-how to optimally fine tune them, especially when applications change frequently. The ...

Researchers at Empa have developed machine learning algorithms that reduce preliminary testing in laser-based metal additive manufacturing by about two-thirds without compromising quality. Using ...

A new patent application from GE/Concept Laser proposes tighter real time control over laser energy in powder bed fusion ...

The lack of young talent entering the construction industry and an exodus of veteran operators retiring or moving to a different career have created a shortage of experienced, skilled labor. Quality ...

The pace of innovation continues at an exponential rate. “In the past couple of years, we have seen tremendous growth in the adoption of machine grade control solutions,” says Sean Mairet, product ...

An encouraging trend emerging in fleet asset management is the fresh generation of owners and equipment managers, such Dan Weinkauf, who are emerging and bringing a more casual, matter-of-fact ...

The laser engraving landscape in 2026 is defined by a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge AI, with LightBurn 2.0 and its 2.1 release candidates leading the charge. Makers are no ...