POWERLASE & the National Centre for Laser Applications (NCLA) of the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) Announce Research Collaboration into Laser Materials Processing
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Powerlase will work with the NCLA to deliver the benefits of laser technology to the Irish manufacturing industry by developing new techniques for materials processing.
POWERLASE Ltd, manufacturers of the world’s most powerful nanosecond Q-switched, diode-pumped solid state (DPSS) lasers, is pleased to announce a research partnership with the National University of Ireland Galway (NUI Galway). As part of this agreement, POWERLASE will work with leading academics from the National Centre for Laser Applications (NCLA) to develop novel techniques for laser materials processing.
The NCLA was founded in Galway in the West of Ireland in 1989 and champions the use of lasers in Irish manufacturing industry. The Centre works with companies in a wide range of sectors including medical devices, electronics, precision engineering and aerospace. POWERLASE is partnering with the NCLA to improve wider industry understanding of techniques in materials processing.
This agreement is the latest in a series of global research initiatives from POWERLASE as it aims to take advantage of its world leading laser technology by working with the world’s finest research institutes.
POWERLASE’s successful research collaborations include groundbreaking work in EUV Lithography at the University of Central Florida (UCF) and University College Dublin (UCD), and the study of thin film patterning for Flat Panel Display (FPD) manufacture at Osaka University.
Company comments
Matt Henry, Head of Applications Engineering at POWERLASE comments: “The NCLA is a renowned centre of excellence in laser technology. Its commitment to providing real-world industrial solutions for the Irish manufacturing industry is well-documented. Our innovative development work with leading academic institutes such as the NUI ensures that we continue to stay at the forefront of research in the laser industry. Ultimately, it is helping provide our customers with innovative techniques which will meet their needs, both now and in the future.”
Alan Conneely, Centre Manager at the NCLA, comments: “The importance of a strong R&D base to Irish manufacturing industry has never been more critical. NCLA continues to help Irish industry to innovate new products and processes using laser technology. This partnership with POWERLASE acknowledges the considerable reputation NCLA has established within the manufacturing community and underpins our ongoing efforts to bring the benefits of laser-based manufacturing to as wide an industrial base as possible.”
About Powerlase
POWERLASE Limited is an innovative, independent, high power Laser Company, focused on Diode Pumped Solid State (DPSS) lasers developed for industrial applications primarily for use in the materials processing and microelectronics markets for flat panel displays, microelectronics, automotive and aerospace sectors.
POWERLASE is supported by venture capital from MTI Partners, Deutsche Venture Capital, DJF Esprit LLP, Alice Ventures and FNI Venture Capital.
POWERLASE Limited is ranked as the third fastest growing venture capital-backed company in the UK in the Daily Telegraph 2007 Business Growth Rankings and 21st fastest growing private technology company in the UK by The Sunday Times Tech Track 100 Rankings.
POWERLASE recently won the Manufacturer of the Year for 2007 at the Elektra Awards and The Manufacturer Award for Best Design and Innovation 2007 for the company’s work in the development of laser systems for the manufacture of Flat-Panel Displays.
About NCLA
The NCLA was founded in 1989 as a centre of excellence in laser technology. The Centre makes its broad range of expertise and a comprehensive suite of laser systems available to manufacturing industry for the development of innovative products and processes.
The Centre interacts with industry through consultancy, laboratory-based feasibility trials, full R&D services, technology transfer, prototyping, laser safety audits and a number of tailored training courses in laser technology, applications and safety. The Centre is also active in collaborative research within National and European research frameworks.
For further information
Please contact Simon Hilliard or Katie Judge at Racepoint UK
Tel: +44 (0) 208 752 3217 / 3211
simon.hilliard@racepointgroup.com / katie.judge@racepointgroup.com