Coating curing system PhotoniCURE

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Overview
PhotoniCURE is a modular laser curing system for industrial powder-coating operations. Designed for straightforward integration into existing curing lines, it applies high-power laser energy to heat coatings volumetrically, enabling rapid powder-to-liquid transition and short overall cure cycles while reducing footprint and energy consumption.

Key Benefits

• Typical curing time: approximately 3 minutes for representative processes
• Heat control: process stability to about ±1° C with appropriate sensors and control
• Reduced footprint: up to 10× smaller than comparable convection ovens
• Process speed: up to 10× faster than convection by volumetric heating of the coating
• High electricity-to-heat efficiency using fiber‑laser technology
• Targeted energy delivery: minimizes heating of surrounding part areas
• No pre-heating or idling required: near-instant start/stop of laser power

System Features & Configurations

• Modular cell design scalable by increments (minimum length 2.4 m, extendable in 1.2 m steps)
• Integration with standard conveyors: continuous conveyance with laser-safe light labyrinth or stop-and-go conveyance with light-tight doors (manual or automatic)
• Beam delivery options: manually adjustable optics, 3-axis and robotic delivery to ensure uniform cure across part mixes
• Projection head mounting: fixed; manual XYZ; pneumatic XYZ; servo XYZ; 6-axis robotic
• In-situ temperature monitoring: IR sensors, FLIR thermal camera options, and precision pyrometers for closed-loop control
• Safety options: Class I laser enclosure and optional human-detection safety radar

Technical Specifications

• Modular cell dimensions: Length — minimum 2.4 m; extendable in 1.2 m increments (no theoretical maximum). Height — up to 5 m. Depth — dependent on customer part.
• Laser safety: Class I laser enclosure; options include laser-safe light labyrinth or manual/automatic doors.
• Curing speed: approximately 3 minutes (typical, process dependent).
• Laser source: IPG DLS series lasers (4.5 kW to 100 kW).
• Beam delivery optics: IPG DLS Wide Area Projection Head.
• Projection head mounting options: fixed; manual (XYZ); pneumatic (XYZ); servo (XYZ); robotic (6-axis).
• Software: IPG DLS / HMI software for control and monitoring.
• Temperature control options: infrared temperature sensor; FLIR thermal camera; precision pyrometer.
• Safety: optional human detection safety radar.
• Notes: specifications reflect standard configurations; customized systems available on request. Regional availability may vary.