Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: LASE) (“LPC”), a global leader in industrial laser systems for material processing, has unveiled an ambitious research and development (R&D) initiative aimed at advancing laser solutions in the pharmaceutical, wafer, and semiconductor industries. This announcement underscores LPC’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of laser technology and broadening its impact across diverse industrial sectors.
The initiative follows LPC’s acquisition of Control Micro Systems, Inc. (CMS), a renowned developer of cutting-edge laser technologies based in Orlando, Florida. Leveraging CMS’s state-of-the-art technology and skilled development team, LPC is dedicating substantial resources to enhance its existing laser systems while driving innovation in new applications.
Expanding into New Market Segments
“Laser technology has revolutionized material processing across countless industries,” said Wayne Tupuola, CEO of LPC. “With the integration of Control Micro Systems, we are tapping into new market segments, and their advanced technologies have already proven invaluable to our mission.”
The acquisition has empowered LPC to target specific high-growth sectors such as pharmaceuticals, wafers, and semiconductors. Each of these industries presents unique challenges and opportunities, and LPC’s R&D team is set to deliver tailored laser solutions to meet evolving market demands.
Pioneering Solutions for Pharmaceuticals
One of the initiative’s focal points is advancing CMS’s automated CO2 laser system for pharmaceutical tablet drilling and marking. This innovative system supports the production of time-release medications, providing anti-counterfeiting measures and ensuring quality control through integrated machine vision inspection. The system also features custom tablet fixtures and fume extraction capabilities, reflecting a strong emphasis on safety and precision.
By refining this technology, LPC aims to enhance the efficiency and reliability of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, addressing the growing need for secure and effective drug production solutions.
Advancing Wafer Serialization Technologies
In the wafer industry, LPC is committed to pushing the boundaries of laser serialization, marking, scribing, and lapping for silicon and related compounds. The multi-station laser system inherited from CMS is designed for wafers up to 300 mm wide and 300–800 microns thick, featuring robotic wafer positioning for enhanced automation.
This technology serves a critical role in producing and tracking wafers used in consumer electronics, solar panels, LEDs, MEMS devices, and optoelectronic components. By investing in R&D for this system, LPC ensures that it can meet the increasing demand for precision and traceability in wafer production.
Precision Laser Marking for Semiconductors
Another cornerstone of LPC’s initiative is the semiconductor laser marking system developed by CMS. This system utilizes a high-precision ultraviolet laser paired with a galvanometer scan head for rapid fiducial recognition. It produces permanent, small-scale markings on IC mold compounds and ceramics with minimal heat, ensuring the integrity of the components.
Machine vision further enhances this system by verifying chip positioning and marking alignment, making it a vital tool for the semiconductor industry’s stringent quality control requirements. LPC’s R&D efforts will focus on refining this system to offer even greater precision, speed, and reliability.
A Future of Innovation
The R&D initiative represents LPC’s proactive approach to maintaining its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving laser technology market. By dedicating resources to the advancement of these systems, LPC is well-positioned to address the growing demand for innovative solutions in pharmaceuticals, wafer production, and semiconductors.
As the company progresses with this initiative, additional announcements are expected to provide further details about each system and its capabilities. LPC’s commitment to innovation and quality ensures it will continue to be a leading force in industrial laser technology.
About Laser Photonics Corporation
Laser Photonics Corporation is a vertically integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and systems. With a focus on disrupting the $46 billion sand and abrasives blasting market, LPC specializes in applications such as surface cleaning, rust removal, corrosion control, and de-painting.
LPC’s laser systems offer a safer, more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional methods, addressing numerous health, safety, and regulatory concerns. Its pioneering solutions are used by Fortune 1000 manufacturers across industries such as aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, maritime, nuclear, and space.
