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Laser ablationLaser ablation adds to and extends the technologies offered byGF AgieCharmilles.With our laser technology we enableyou to produce texturizing, engraving,microstructuring, marking andlabeling of 2D geometries rightthrough to complex 3D geometries.Laser ablation at GFAC enablesindividualization of products andcompared to conventional surfacetreatment using etching processes,offers economic, ecological anddesign advantages.

More versatilityThe four LASER machines in variousmodels offer solutions ranging fromthe three-axis entry-level LASER 500up to the high-end LASER 1200 forfive-axis machining with a travel pathof 1200 mm x 900 mm x 1200 mm (x, y, z) and a maximum part weight of1700 kg. The maximum volume size ofthe part is 700 x 700 x 700 mm.

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Content More possibilities 4

Applications 5

Highlights 6-7

Automation 8

Process chain 9

Laserhead variations 12-13

Creativity 14

Options 15

Services 16

Internet 17

About GF AgieCharmilles 18

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The new laser technology from GF AgieCharmilles where your imagination becomes the limit.

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Morepossibilities

GF AgieCharmilles integrates laser ablation intotechnology portfolio

GF AgieCharmilles, the world's leadingsupplier of machines, automationsolutions and services to the tool andmoldmaking industry as well as tomanufacturers of precision parts andcomponents, supplements its existingtechnology portfolio of diesinkingEDM, wire-cutting EDM, High Speedand High Performance Milling machi-nes with its new LASER products.

GF AgieCharmilles' new laser ablationproduct line positions customers toimprove their competitive edge.

Use our new laser technology for effi-cient and repeatable texturing, en-graving, micro structuring, markingand labeling of objects in two orthree dimensions.

MILLINGDIE SINKING WIRE AUTOMATION

The LASER product line offers unpar-alleled possibilities for the design ofyour parts, freeing you to discovermore creativity in three dimensionsfor different materials and workpiecesizes. We enable your independence,individuality, know-how and innovativespirit.

Welcome to a new experience.

CEO GF AgieCharmilles

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Applications With our laser technology we enable you to produce texturizing,engraving, microstructuring, marking and labeling of 2D geometries right through to complex 3D geometries

21/2D and 3D, 3 axisApplication field is covered with a 3Ax LASER machine X, Y and Z.

3D, 5 axisApplication field is covered with a 5Ax LASER machine X, Y, Z, A and B.

3D, 4 axisApplication field is covered with a 3Ax LASER machine and an optional4th axis (Dividing head) X, Y, Z and C.

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HighlightsLASER

Laser ablation at GF AgieCharmilles enablesindividualisation of products

More progress

Our LASER products honor themarket leadership for which GF AgieCharmilles is known, againsurpassing the competition andallowing you to do the same. OurLASER products are based on andbridge our existing, high-qualityproducts to offer you greater con-sistency, flexibility and autonomy.

Fully integrated machine concept• Two optical and three to five

mechanical axes• Generously sized cast iron con-

struction stands out due to itsexcellent absorption properties withhigh stability and lasting quality

• High accuracy due to linear scalesand rotary encoders*

• Machining of various materials (aluminium, copper, steel, graphite,carbide, brass, ceramics, etc.)

• Integrated filters, exhaust, dryerand chiller

* Laser 600,1000,1200** Needs chiller® Windows is a registered trademark

of Microsoft Corporation

Effortless crane loading

Flexible andprogrammable

workpieceautomation

High performancemachine control

Manual control

Cleaningair gun

Easy maintenance

Effortless crane loading

Large size laser protection windowsallows outstanding view of machiningprocess

Multifunctional laser head

• Four machines in various modelscovering a huge range of applica-tions

• Ytterbium fiber laser range 20W,50W and 100W**

• Flexible and programmable work-piece automation

• High performance NC-PC basedcontrol; 19" LCD monitor, Windows XP ®

• CE conform and laser class 1conform (no individual protectionnecessary for operator)

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More functionality

Special features are included in ourpatented laser head to ensure yoursuccess.• Programmable tilting axis*• High resolution camera with inte-

grated illumination for fine positio-ning

• 3D touch probe• Laser red pointer for laser positio-

ning• Different lenses capability• Air blow and dust exhaust (immer-

sible and adjustable)• High-speed scanner head

Laser ablation, compared to conventional surface treatmentusing etching processes, offers economic, ecological anddesign advantages.

Ergonomics and process reliabilitySafety and accessibility know nocomprimises• Unaltered accessibility in any

configuration• Outstanding view of the working

area• Large size protection window• Access from front through opening

of two doors also for crane loading

DynamicsHomogeneous dynamic performanceson all axes. Highly dynamic axes areprerequisite for fast positioning.• High rigidity• Excellent positioning accuracy• No lead error, no backlash• No wear• Central lubrication system

AccuracyWhat is speed if accuracy suffers?Precision as standard:• High static and dynamic rigidity• Linear scales on all axes with a

resolution of 0.5 �m guarantee anincomparable accuracy andrepeatability

• Integrated 3D probing system

GF AgieCharmilles software featuresOffline programming (on customer PC)• GFAC LASER CAM• GFAC LASER Design - For texturing• GFAC LASER Simulation - Collision

protectionMachine controlling• GFAC LASER LMCS - For NC

machine and system control• GFAC LASER Control

Easy maintenanceExchange of filters• Integrated inside the machine• Signal of filters filled• Autorun with machine cycle• Auto cleaning cartridge by com-

pressed air• Filter cartridge guarantees a

separation efficiency 99%• Adjustment of exhaust speed

GF AgieCharmilles LASER processtraining solutions• Pre-Sales Training• First steps• Skills reinforcement• Specialization

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Automation Even more productive due to automation

More independence

Our LASER products can be integra-ted into an existing automated systemor with an optional pallet changer. You control the whole process chain,which means more independencewith the LASER product line from GF AgieCharmilles. Available asoption for LASER 600, 1000 (Retro-fitable).

System 3RDynafix (280x280 mm) (1)

GPS 240x240 mm

Macro Magnum 156x156 mm

Macro 54x54 mm

ErowaUCP 320x320 mm

ITS 148x148 mm

ITS 72x72 mm

ITS 50x50 mm

(1) With Standard Pallet 280x280mm or with Mikron Pallet 350x350mm usable

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Process chain Digital process from the idea to the final product

More control

GF AgieCharmilles' LASER productsdigitalize the entire texturing process,closing the loop that had existed inthe process. In the past, every step inthe process was computerized exceptfor the texturing itself.

Today, with our LASER line, even thetexturing is digitalized, offering you anefficient and unparalleled way previewthe finished product and reliably re-produce textures and images in bat-ches both large and small.

For businesses dependent on creationof textured surfaces, GF AgieCharmil-les offers you to create those texturesin-house, enabling greater efficiencyand more autonomy.

Our LASER line lays the foundationfor product designers to trans-form ideas into innovations, andsurpass previous limitations intexturing. Our technologyallows you to realize new de-sign possibilities and quicklyturn them into revenueswhile at the same timeenhancing the perception of your products.

Our LASER technology revo-lutionizes the production ofgraphite and copper electro-des; only laser technology yieldssuch high-quality electrodes. Weenable you to optimize your processchain across several technologies toheighten your competitive advantageand ensure your advance in themarketplace.

2D texture generation- By reverse engineering eg. with 3D scanner

or- Graphic software eg. AdobePhotoshop®

Merge of virtual part and virtual texture- Use of virtual design and mapping software- Preview of final designWhat you see is what you get.

Laser Machining- Laser direct- Laser for removing paint then

chemical etching process- Laser then edm process

More innovation

Final part

Machine CAM

Basic virtual shape without texture- Created by any CAD

or - Reverse engineering eg. with 3D scanner

Design process

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Laserheadvariations

Our laser head - a class of it’s ownIntegrated features of first class quality

Exhaust nozzle• Adjustable down angle• Retractable• Dust and smoke removal

Focal lensFast exchange• Focal Lens 100 mm (Spot size 24 �m)• Focal Lens 160 mm (Spot size 39 �m)• Focal Lens 254 mm (Spot size 69 �m)

Dry air blowing• On/Off

Laser red pointer for laser positioning

Light• On / Off

3D touch probe• 3 directions measurement

(3D)• 70 mm pneumatically re-

tractable to avoid collisions• Resolution 0.001 mm of

probe• Automatic calculation of

the laser focus position• Manual part location• Automatic part location

Two high-speed scanners

Fibre laser optical output

Camera for fine positioning• With digital cross generator• Light illumination• Real time display with zoom possibility• High resolution camera

Multifunctional LASER head• Head for LASER 3 Ax

(no tilting and less functions)• Head for LASER 5 Ax option (tilting head)• Fiber laser 20 W pulsed• Option 50 W and 100 W• Constant laser pulse working to give better

engraving quality also during acceleration/deceleration on the edges

Head for LASER 5 Ax

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Creativity A technology where your imagination becomes the limit

More creativityOne of today's trends is the individua-lization of products. Offer your custo-mers a unique service by taking ad-vantage of LASER product line's abili-ty to produce exceptionally repeatabletextures, logos and graphics. Discovernew, previously unachievable designpossibilities for your products. OurLASER line enables your success bypositioning you to differentiate yours-elf from your competition. Let usshow you how our LASER line canmeet your specific needs.

More process repeatability

With our technology, you are able touse a fully digitalized process for tex-turing and engraving that is endlesslyrepeatable.

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CustomerServices

Great work begins with a successful training

More support…

GF AgieCharmilles Customer Servicesis offering you Business Supportswhich enable you to activate the fullpotential of your operations.

Before you decide for an investment,meet us in our Training and Appli-cation Centers for a non compulsivetraining session and learn how ourLASER product line opens a newworld of design possibilities forengraving, texturing and other appli-cations. Our LASER experts will intro-duce you to the technology, softwareand applications with an eye on yourspecific needs.

As your trusted partner, we invite youto experience at first-hand, how GF AgieCharmilles' LASER productscan contribute to the success of yourbusiness.

For all GF AgieCharmilles machinesincluding the LASER line, CustomerServices offers you a modular conceptwith 3 levels of support.

Operations Support with Consumables& Wear Parts will let you achievehighest levels of performance in yourdaily operations.

Machine Support with PreventiveServices guarantees highest uptimesof your machine.

Business Support with specializedTrainings, Options, Automation Soluti-ons as well as Application & DesignSupport for the generation of grainsenables you to activate the fullpotential of your operations.

Choose the services, which fit best toyour specific needs.

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Trainingconcept

Only with a successful training you can reach the goal

One day information

training for

decision makers,

process engineers,

application engineers,

design engineers,

technicians and

everybody else who

is interested in the

laser ablation process

and GF AgieCharmilles

LASER machines.

Discover First steps

Rhinoceros®(1) softwareCustomer’s file modificationVolume to engrave DesignMesh creationSimple mapping

3Ax training elements3Ax LASER TechnologyMachine-CNGFAC LASERControlGFAC LASERCAM 2DGFAC LASERDesign 2DOnline simulation mask

5Ax training elementsAnalog 3Ax trainingwith additional elements

5Ax LASER TechnologyObject referenceGFAC LASERCAM 3DGFAC LASERDesign 3DOffline machining 3D simulation

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Skills enhancement Specialization

3Ax / 5Ax training elementsindividually selectable modules

Mapping software trainingCamera repositioningLASERControlSyntaxics ProgramsAutomation

Continuous process improvement -Enabeling your success

Want to know more?For further information on products, applications,

trainings,events and up-to-date news, please visit our website.

You have the possibility to register online for all training modules.

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http://laser.gfac.com

3Ax training elementsLaser configurationTools calibrationCross cameraGFAC CAMGFAC DesignMachining simulation

5Ax training elementsAnalog 3Ax trainingwith additional elements

Laser configurationTools calibrationCross cameraGFAC CAMGFAC DesignMachining simulation

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About GF AgieCharmilles

Milling

EDM

Laser

Customer Services

Automation

High-Speed and High-Performance Milling CentersIn terms of cutting speed, HSM centers are 10 times faster thanconventional milling machines. Greater accuracy and a better surfacefinish are also achieved. This means that even tempered materialscan be machined to a condition where they are largely ready to use.One essential advantage of HSM is that with systematic integration,the process chain can be significantly shortened. HSM has developedalongside EDM into one of the key technologies in mold and tool making.

Electric Discharge MachinesEDM can be used to machine conductive materials of any hardness (forexample steel or titanium) to an accuracy of up to one-thousandth ofa millimeter with no mechanical action. By virtue of these properties,EDM is one of the key technologies in mold and tool making. There aretwo distinct processes – wire-cutting EDM and die-sinking EDM.

Laser ablationLaser ablation supplements and extends the technologies offered byGF AgieCharmilles. With our laser technology we enable you to producetexturizing, engraving, microstructuring, marking and labeling of 2Dgeometries right through to complex 3D geometries. Laser ablation,compared to conventional surface treatment using manual etchingprocesses, offers economic, ecological and design advantages.

Operations, Machine and Business SupportCustomer Services provides with three levels of support all kind ofservices for GF AgieCharmilles machines.Operations Support offers the complete range of original wear partsand certified consumables including wires, filters, electrodes, resin andmany other materials.Machine Support contains all services connected with spare parts,technical support and preventive services.Business Support offers business solutions tailored to the customer’sspecific needs.

Tooling, Automation, SoftwareTooling for fixing workpieces and tools; automation systems and systemsoftware for configuring machine tools and recording and exchangingdata with the various system components.

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