Jenoptik - Laser Scoring Machine

The procedure developed by Jenoptik for the laser scoring of airbag covers opens up completely new options for vehicle design. All products in the JENOPTIK-VOTAN® A series also work in a completely non-contact and wear-free manner. The leading procedure for laser scoring therefore combines the highest aesthetic demands with safety and efficiency.

In the patented procedure for laser scoring, a laser creates a series of blind holes on the reverse of the material. This means that a weakening line is created along the contour of the airbag flap. Vehicle passengers will not notice the integrated breaking point. However, if a situation arises when the airbag needs to trigger, then the material rips open at the weakened point.

Jenoptik - Laser Cutting Machine

The JENOPTIK-VOTAN® BIM laser cutting machine is ideal for 3D laser cutting of metals and plastics. The innovative robot technology processes complex components— quickly, effectively and precisely. It sets new standards, particularly in the metal industry.

Our mirror system inside the lightweight robot guides the light onto the cutting head. The individual mirrors are actively cooled, and precisely guide the beam through all axes. There is no need for a moving light guide cable, which makes the laser cutting machine very streamline and lightweight. The cutting head has plenty of room, and is therefore very mobile, allowing access even to places that are hard to reach.

The laser cutting machine is the ideal tool for processing 3D components. Even with the extremely short cycle times, the contours are cut incredibly precisely. The high cutting and adjustment speed significantly accelerates the process. The system is dynamic and can be perfectly tailored to the component.

Jenoptik - Laser Welding Machine

The JENOPTIK-VOTAN® W is a powerful laser welding system that joins plastics efficiently, quickly and reliably using free-radiating diode technology. The process joins components with minimal thermal or mechanical load and without leaving any marks on the components. The weld seams are very strong and reproducible.

At the heart of every JENOPTIK-VOTAN® W laser welding system is the free-radiating diode technology. Jenoptik has developed the diode laser line that can be switched on and off section by section specifically for large components. It consists of eight diode laser submounts in a compact housing, and creates a consistent line with a total length of around 100 mm. Each of these submounts can be switched on or off individually depending on the contour you want to weld.

If several diode laser lines are arranged as an overall line (diode nest), components of almost all sizes can be joined very productively in just one run. The laser welding process is therefore extremely productive and saves operating costs. The laser welding system is already used successfully in industry.