tives. It incorporates a 2-micron laser with increased absorption by clear polymers and enables a highly controlled melting through the thickness of optically clear parts. A new beam delivery system integrates both a programmable multiaxes servo gantry and a scan head, supported by Laser- LinQ™ software that harmonizes the action of both components moving the beam to ensure precise and controllable beam delivery when welding midsize and large components. The software also provides users with the ability to break complex weld patterns into separate geometric segments, modify each segment independently, and assign different welding parameters to each segment. The CCTV camera integrated within the machine enables a live weld preview on the HMI screen and the ability to directly monitor and record welding cycles for further analysis. All laser enclosures are Class 1 CDRH certified and utilize laser-safe glass viewing windows. Dukane Corp. dukane.com/us (630) 7974900 Video Demonstrates Cable Pulling Tools A new video that demonstrates mechanized cable pulling tools is now available to view online. A Navy Metalworking Center project team developed the easy-to-use, small, lightweight, portable, power-assisted tools to reduce the amount of time and effort required to pull electrical power cable. The video illustrates how the tools will improve the process to install millions of feet of cable per ship. Navy Metalworking Center nmc.ctc.com (800) 2824392 Software Meets Needs of Safety Laser Officers The Laser Institute of America has created an alternative platform to its web-based laser safety hazard analysis system. The Desktop Evaluator is available for purchase on a USB drive from which users can download the software to their computer. Once stored on users’ PCs, laser safety officers will be able to perform a number of repeated calculations based on the ANSI Z136.1 American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers, including maximum permissible exposure, optical density, nominal ocular hazard distance, nominal hazard zone, and laser hazard classification, without worrying about being connected to the internet. The program’s accompanying user guide provides an overview of the program, from explanation of how to perform an evaluation to parameter descriptions and calculated results. Laser Institute of America lia.org (407) 3801553 Laser Windows Protect Fiber Lens from Debris The company is now offering a line of sapphire-coated glass windows for 4 kW and larger industrial cutting lasers. The windows prevent contami- OMMERCIAL L IVE TRAININ M HIGH. DIVE DEEP. Call Toda Ed ucation That Work ks CO D AIM ww.diversacademy.ed Near Atlantic City, New Jersey MARCH 2016 / WELDING JOURNAL 25 I G ay! 1.8 800.238.DIVE (3483) di d d ww N du For info, go to www.aws.org/adindex
Welding Journal | March 2016
To see the actual publication please follow the link above