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Scansonic is the prime
address for intelligent laser processing.
Since we have started our company in 2000, we have been working on new ways
for the industrial application of laser technology. Our customers achieve
the highest quality in their production with our innovative processing heads
for laser joining, hardening and cutting including our optical sensor
technology. Together, we develop the best possible solution for you.
Product Portfolio
Applications


Laser Brazing
- For perfect seams — high precision in the field of
vision, with cost-effectiveness.
The laser brazing process uses a filler metal for joining without actually
melting the base material. This process allows you to achieve high precision
and minimal warpage on the workpiece with excellent cost effectiveness. The
materials that you are working with will determine which solder and which
process parameters to select. You can use the ALO1, with its integrated seam
tracking ability, for soldering with minimal technical complexity. This
model is particularly suitable when working with geometries that offer only
limited accessibility.
Scansonic’s flagship product, the ALO3, allows you to precisely specify all
process parameters relevant for seam tracking so that you are ensured of
optimal soldering results.

Laser Welding
- High welding speed and reliable seams with controllable energy input – with millimetre precision, also for complex seams.
When laser welding components, for example, made of aluminium or steel, the laser beam fuses the joining edges with high welding
speed, narrow and slim weld shape and with low thermal distortion. Depending
on the material, component geometry and cycle time requirements, we offer
processing optics for classic laser beam welding with or without filler
material as well as for remote welding. This allows both deep welding and
thermal conduction welding. The product portfolio ranges from simple optics
to complex systems with seam tracking, dynamic beam oscillation, static beam
shaping, automatic gap control and process monitoring. Depending on the
design, they are suitable for diode, disc and fibre laser applications up to
the high kilowatt range

Laser Welding E-Mobilitiy
- Welding of the smallest components with image
recognition and beam oscillation. For manufacturing electric motors,
high-performance electronics or batteries.
Laser beam welding is an excellent choice even for small components and
assemblies. Examples can be found in precision engineering or electrical
contacting, such as hairpins for e-mobility. This requires generally very
precise and automated recognition of the welding position as well as laser
beam welding with beam oscillation.
The laser welding optics from Scansonic assume these demanding operations.
The energy input through the laser is scalable both locally and temporally
and is therefore exactly adaptable to the joining process.
The product portfolio ranges from simple processing optics for deep or
thermal conduction welding to complex systems with automatic welding
position detection, fast beam oscillation and process monitoring.

Laser Hardening
- Achieving precise hardening depths with exceptionally
low energy consumption — the contour-accurate solution for highly stressed
components.
A precise heat treatment is often a prerequisite when processing workpieces
that will have a high load and a lightweight construction. Here, laser
hardening allows the creation of a much more precise and more defined joint
structure along the edges when compared to conventional methods. The key is
that the heat treatment takes place under strict temperature control. This
high precision is possible when you use our RLH-A. You can also define how
wide the trace for the heat treatment should be. A built-in, rapidly moving
mirror makes this possible.

Laser Cutting
- Shortest cutting times and highest precision – cutting
of metals with practically zero stress or distortion.
Customers’ requirements for laser cutting of metals are also increasing:
for the quality of the cutting edges, processing speed as well as
cost-effectiveness.
This is where the EX-TRABEAM PRO laser cutting head impresses, developed in
a partnership between Thermacut and Scansonic. This laser cutting head is
suitable for solid state beam sources up to 8 kW of laser power. A
user-friendly service concept enables quick and easy replacement of optical
components at the customer’s site. The continuous seal monitoring “Smart
Protection” notifies the user early in case of leaks and helps to prevent
contamination of the optics.
The combination of low-drift distance control and autofocus function enables
safe insertion as well as smooth and burr-free cuts in the material —
whether flatbed cutting or bevel cutting, thin sheet or thick sheet metal.

Process Monitoring
- Keep control of processes and achieve maximum quality
— with imaging monitoring systems.
In the light of automated systems, short cycle times and low error
tolerances, optimal process monitoring ensures the quality of workpieces,
prevents expensive reworking or rejects and thus makes a decisive
contribution to productivity.
Scansonic offers comprehensive quality and process monitoring systems that
work independently or can be fully integrated into Scansonic’s processing
optics. High-tech cameras and powerful evaluation electronics transmit all
vital information about the process continuously and in real time. For
perfect seams — and optimally controlled production.

Seam Tracking Sensors
- Automated processes with electric arc and laser –
exact positioning of the tool at any time.
The optical sensors for seam tracking support automated welding processes
both with arc and laser. Active seam detection scans the edge offset at the
joint without contact using light bars, thus ensuring precise positioning of
the tool at all times.
All Scansonic sensors are designed for applications in harsh industrial
environments, for example in welding cells, and impress with their
exceptional robustness. The integrated stray light filtering ensures smooth
operation even in the area close to processing and on critical surfaces such
as stainless steel and aluminium alloys.
A wide variety of joints including difficult to detect I-seams at the butt
joint are detected.

Accessories
- Complementary products for your applications.
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ADR
- Pressure Wheel
The ADR1 pressure wheel supplements our laser processing systems (e.g. ALO3) and the APN1 Adaptive Platform for Seam Tracking. In combination with processing optics for laser welding or brazing, the ADR1 ensures gap-free joints in laser welding operations.
Areas of application
- Fillet weld at the lap joint or I-joint
Advantages- Saving of fixed clamping device
- Sensory guided pressure roller
- No stick-slip effect



ALO3
- Unmatched quality thanks to seam tracking with filler
wire
The ALO3 is the best-selling Scansonic optic for laser
brazing and welding. With its patented tactile seam tracking technology, the
laser processing system enables perfect seams in the visible operating range
and makes post-processing unnecessary. Customers across the globe –
especially vehicle body manufacturers – rely on the ALO3
Areas of application
- Laser brazing and welding
- steel and aluminium
- Y-seam at flange welds
- Fillet weld at the lap joint
- Fillet weld at the T-joint
Advantages
- Stable process control and high-quality seams
because workpiece deviations are automatically compensated
- Small radii and 3-D contours can be sensed easily (more design
freedom)
- No advance-tracking compensation required


ALO4
- Laser Processing Optics with Filler Wire Seam Tracking
The new member of the ALO product family will show
comprehensive new features, including an intuitive user interface, plug &
play for shortened commissioning times, a new optics control as well as an
industry 4.0 connectivity. The existing industry standard in tactile laser
soldering and welding is redefined.



APN1
- Reliable partner for electric arc welding and brazing
The APN1 serves as a mechanical seam tracking system for
electric arc processes. The system is robust and reliable thanks to patented
Scansonic seam tracking.
The filler wire (or guide tip) precisely detects the weld edge and safely
guides the joining process along the seam. Component tolerances are
automatically compensated. At the same time, the wire itself is part of the
joining process. The APN1 automatically compensates laterally and vertically
for any deviations in the path of the joint from the programmed path of the
robot.
Areas of application
- Arc welding and brazing
- MIG/MAG process, especially CMT® and Cold Arc®
- WIG, Plasma of various manufactures
- Plasmatron®
- Various steel alloys, sintered metals, aluminium
- Single-bevel tee butt weld
- Fillet seam at lap joint
- Fillet seam at T-joint
Advantages
- Improved seam quality due to optimised process
parameters
- Impervious to soiling, extraneous light, and the influence of heat
- Not contigent on pre-production, machining, or master machine
tolerances
- Welding of small radii and complexx seam paths
- Consistent welding arc length
- Easy handling - Low programming requirements for robot/master
machine



BO
- Entry-level modular version for industrial
applications
The high-performance BO optic is recommended as an entry-level model for laser welding and brazing. Welding tasks without seam tracking are carried out with the familiar high Scansonic quality benchmarked in auto body construction applications. The modular scapacs® system makes it easier to adapt the optics to new challenges.
Areas of application
- Laser welding, laser brazing – also
available with filler material
- For steel and aluminium
Advantages
- Easy to integrate in different applications
- Various additional components available with Scapacs modular system
(e.g. cover glass drawer and cross jet)
- Service friendly system



BO-SF
- Modular laser processing optics with stable focus
position
The BO-SF laser processing optic is based on the scapacs®
modular system and designed for industrial applications that require a
stable focal position of the laser beam. This presents a special challenge
because a change in the focal position with unvarying adjustments in optics
and material would lead to inaccuracies in the power density and thus the
final result. The unique design of the BO-SF ensures high beam quality and
minimizes power loss.
Areas of application
- Laser welding
- High performance applications in the multi-kilowatt range
- In combination with conventional welding processes under harsh
operating conditions
- Thick steel construction plates > 10mm
- Pipeline construction in combination with orbital technology
- Shipbuilding
Advantages
- Durable thanks to the usage of scanner mirrors
Reliable, save operation
- Minimal power loss through highend coating
- High performance of beam quality
- Variable working distances and focal diameters possible
- emergency operating feature made possible by the mirrors, which are
unsusceptible to gradual contamination and smaller weld penetrations

CoHard
- Hardening the smallest drill hole with a laser beam
CoHard uses a laser beam to harden components which, due
to their geometry, were not previously suitable for laser hardening – for
example, drill hole diameters of less than 10 mm. The area in which the
laser energy is absorbed is extremely narrow, which minimizes or eliminates
warping of the workpiece. The hardening of the diameter takes place
simultaneously because the profile of the laser beam is rotationally
symmetric.
Areas of application
- Laser hardening
- Guides and sealing surfaces
- Grooves
- Tight drill holes
- Blind hole end faces
Advantages
- Narrow range of heat input for less distortion
- No optical elements inside the bore, zero risk of contamination or
collision
- Rotationally symmetrical beam profile, no need to rotate component
- Flexible for a wide range of bore diameters and lengths



DAS 45°
- Wire cutter for short lengths
The DAS 45° wire cutter is optimized for seam tracking
processes with filler wire. The system cuts filler wire at different angles
with very short, predefined wire lengths.
Areas of application
- Laser brazing/welding with the ALO3
- Electric arc processes with the APN1
Advantages
- Larger filler wire contact area for secure
tactile probing on a weld butt joint with lower edge height
- No extension/retraction of the filler wire, required for small
stick-outs
- This minimizes the need for programming/synchronizing with wire feed
modules
- Integration into the safety check process by end position detection
of the clamping die

EX-TRABEAM PRO
- Smooth and burr-free cuts
EX-TRABEAM® PRO is the result of Scansonic’s development
partnership with Thermacut. The cutting head offers users of modern laser
cutting machines an optimized laser cutting head with autofocus function. It
has a level of mechanical sealing, including “Smart Protection” seal
monitoring to protect the optical components. Designed with a user-friendly
service concept, trained and certified plant engineers can quickly and
easily change optical components in a flowbox that minimizes dirt and
contaminants on the optics.
Areas of application
- Laser cutting
- Flatbed cutting or bevel cutting
- Thin sheet or thick sheet metal
Advantages
- Suitable for use with modern, high-performance
laser cutting machines
- High level of mechanical sealing, including seal monitoring system
for protection of the optical components
- Stable distance to the workpiece and thus better cutting results
even with high beam power and long operating times
- User-friendly service concept

FH6D
- Optical Sensor System
The FH6D is designed for optical seam tracking in
automated welding
processes using an arc or laser. The sensor also supports the application of
adhesives and other tracking processes. The seam tracking detects the
position of the component and forwards the measured values to the tracking
machine.
Areas of application
- stainless steel and aluminium alloys
- industrial applications such as welding stations
- Automated production processes: welding, adhesives, etc
Advantages
- High reliability by use of state-of-the-art
camera technique
- Approved with high reflective surfaces such as stainless steel or
aluminum
- Three laser lines: thus excellent stability during the acquisition
of measurement data
- Simple to operate



FKGA
- More precise programming of the laser process by
crosshair generator
The crosshair generator makes it easier to set up the
laser process with crosshairs superimposed in the camera image. This
visualization of the laser spot helps the operator adjust the application to
the actual laser spot and avoid inaccuracies between the pilot laser and
processing laser.
Areas of application
- Laser welding, laser brazing
Advantages
- More precise programming possible with enlarged
cut-out view of the target location displayed in image from monitoring
camera integrated into the processing optics
- Use of the camera significantly reduces individual and subjective
influence – especially important for real 3D components with differing
orientation to the component and the associated projection from the
laser point to the component
- Indirect measurement via crosshair position possible
- Extremely compact design, variable mounting options
- Direct connection of a portable TFT monitor



FSO
- Reduced flanges save material, lower weight and CO2
emissions
The FSO is designed for front-side laser welding of
extremely short flanges at high processing speeds with maximum strength.
This saves material and reduces the weight of the welded product. At the
same time, the process gives users a high degree of design freedom.
Areas of application
- Laser welding
- Joining of flanges of nearly all sheet metals
- Coated sheets (AlSi, Zn, etc.) weldable without gap
Advantages
- High profitability
- Reduction of flanges and thus reduction of material and weight possible
- Extremely low component distortion
- High welding speed
- Multi-layer joints
- Integrated clambing technology enables various models in one assembly
line



MEKO GAS
- Safe switching of process media
The GAS media coupling is used for switching and monitoring compressed air, inert gas and other gaseous process media in the ALO3 processing optics. Additional monitoring functions are pre-integrated.
Areas of application
- Laser welding / laser brazing
Advantages
- Switching is carried out at target location –
optimal process/technical solution
- This minimizes pre-flow times and reduces consumption
- Comprehensive system analysis data, including pressures and flow
- Integrated into existing robot media coupling, minimal change to
interference contour
- Switching and reading of additional digital signals possible
- Completely standardized modular solution, partial functions are also
possible
- Significantly reduces operator training time
- Complete functionality from a single source with one contact person



RLH-A
- Flexible hardening optics for today's challenges
The RLH-A offers real advantages when it comes to remote
laser hardening of intricate component structures. It enables
process-reliable hardening depths in the 0.1-millimeter range along with a
variable design of the spot geometry. Individual material surfaces can be
hardened selectively with contour accuracy – all with a single processing
optic. In the past, different optics with corresponding spot shapes were
required for different components. Now, the RLH-A handles every hardening
task.
Areas of application
- Suitable for a wide variety of
hardening tasks on intricate and complex component structures, the RLH-A
is ideal for a full range of powertrain and automation applications.
- Geometries with different component thickness, variably shaped edges
and steps
- Softening and de-consolidation are also possible
Advantages
- Hardening with a single processing head – for
various contours on a single component
- Selective hardening of components with multi-dimensional curved
surfaces, holes or notches; components that are prone to distortion
- Edge layer hardening in the 0.1-millimeter range, the core remains
ductile
- Precise adjustment of process parameters – also during the process
- Short setup times
- Precise local and targeted energy input



RLH-Basic
- Easy setup and maximum precision
The RLH-A Basic is a cost-effective solution for
hardening and softening surfaces. This versatile system features a built-in
temperature control that enables a wide range of applications, from
intricate contours to large and complex tasks.
Areas of application
- Laser hardening and laser softening
- Hardening of stamping die and tooling parts
- Hardening of powertrain parts
- Softening of body-in-white parts
Advantages
- Proven Scansonic quality at an affordable price
- Direction-independent programming for precision hardening of large
surfaces
- Easy handling and setup



RLW-A
- Reduced cycle times with contactless seam tracking
The RLW-A sets new standards in contactless fillet welding and enables overlap joints to be replaced by fillet welds. This reduces joint flanges and requires less laser energy for the same seam cross-section. The processing optics ensure precision, dynamics and reproducibility along with cost-effective operation.
Areas of application
- Laser welding
- Fillet welds e.g. on attached assemblies (doors, decklids, etc.), A
and B pillars, front/rear bumpers, door sills, roof, and vehicle
underbody
- Fillet welds on T and lap joints, open edges
- Adjustable offset defines overlap seams to the abutting edge
Advantages
- Fillet welds enable reduction of flange lengths
in vehicle construction
- Lower weight reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
- Large working distance allows overrunning of clamps and fastening
fixtures in the process, significant reduction in cycle time compared to
tactile systems
- Application-specific scan fields for significant reduction in
consumption costs
- Simplified operating concept with all laser process parameters set
via the RLW-A GUI and controlled/regulated by the RLW-A controller
- Spot size is adjusted via autofocus and kept constant during the
process using the seam-tracking values



RLW-S
- Reliable welding for difficult applications
The RLW-S is ideal for the demanding task of welding of copper hairpins. This is made possible in part by the integrated camera sensor coaxially positioned to the laser beam. The sensor identifies the processing point even with different levels of reflectivity on the hairpin surfaces. It also ensures continuous process monitoring for high process reliability. This gives customers maximum dependability with strong, pore-free seams at high reproduction rates.
Areas of application
- Laser welding for e-mobility
- Automatic detection and welding of geometry patterns based on a gray
image evaluation, for example for hairpins on electric motors or
radiator tubes on EGR coolers
- Adaptation and optimization of image recognition possible for each
application
Advantages
- Optimization of image recognition according to
component requirements for reliable detection of hairpins, etc.
- Adapted process strategy and optical conditions for low-spatter
copper welding
- In planning: complete process monitoring for maximum process
reliability
- Significantly reduced operating costs with optimized field sizes



SCeye®
- SCeye’s hardware is designed to keep up with the latest
state of the art technology for many years and to increase productivity and
customer benefits through new updates and features such as wire recognition,
speed monitoring or quality control.
Benefits
- Fully integrated in Optics
- Coaxially integrated camera and illumination module
- Integrated recording and control unit
- Powerful evaluation electronics for real-time image processing
- Integration into existing optics


TH6D
- Optical seam tracking for electric arc and laser applications
The TH6D is designed for optical seam tracking in automated welding
processes using an arc or laser. The sensor also supports the application of adhesives and other tracking processes. The active seam tracking detects the position of the joint/component edge and ensures precise positioning of the tool.
Areas of application
- Automated production processes:
welding, adhesives, etc.
- Interfaces to all popular robot controllers
- Universal analogue / digital machine interface available
Advantages
- High reliability by use of state-of-the-art
camera technology
- Works with reflective surfaces such as stainless steel or aluminium
- Three laser lines to ensure excellent measurement stability
- Simple to operate


TH6i
- Optical sensor for seam tracking on butt joint with 0-gap
The TH6i is designed for optical seam tracking in
automated welding processes using an arc or laser. The active seam
recognition can detect the position of the workpiece and ensure that the
tool is positioned accurately.
Areas of application
- Automated production processes like
welding etc.
Advantages
- High reliability by use of state-of-the-art
camera technique
- Approved with high reflective surfaces as stainles steel or aluminum
- Three laser lines: thus excellent stability during the acquisition
of measurement data
- Simple to operate




Weldeye for ALO3
- Illumination and Camera Modules for laser welding
With over 400 Lessmüller Lasertechnik systems installed
worldwide, external illumination based WELDEYE offers trend-setting
solutions for seam-tracking and quality assurance. The smart WELDEYE quality
system has been customized to complement Scansonic ALO3, supplying it with
visualization and automated quality control functions for premium weld /
braze quality:
Advantages
- Development of precisely tailored algorithms,
e.g. for the measurement of the weld gap width before the welding
process or for crosschecking of the beam-wire position
- Online detection and auto-correction of weld faults before the weld
fails for reduced scrap rate, test costs and rework
- High industrial suitability due to replaceable protection glasses
and cross jet, integrated directly into the illumination module
- Compact, robust, lightweight and cost-effectively designed system