High speed processing and positioning systems are geared to optimizing production throughput. The motion can be achieved in two ways each matched to specific applications.

With motion speeds in excess of 300”/s the galvo system is ideal for rapidly spot welding small or medium sized parts with multiple weld locations. With almost instantaneous point to point positioning time between welds is minimized.

For larger parts a gantry system can be used. Using a low mass focus head, accelerations of 2g are possible allowing for speeds up to 100”/s. With a rapid acceleration profile it is possible to move, stop and weld at multiple positions to maintain a round weld with minimized impact on overall cycle time. In addition the beam focus spot size can be selected independent of the area.