Capabilities

Laser Applications

When it comes to laser cleaning, there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Equipment, armored vehicles, and aircraft are all made of different components that require different levels of care.

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Laser Cleaning for Almost Any Application

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Infinite Applications.

To achieve the best results possible, it's crucial to take into account the asset material type, the contaminant layer type, and the size of the area to be cleaned. Some operations are better suited to handheld systems, while others depend on the surface area and process requirements. More laser power does not always mean better results — same for lower power.

Laser cleaning can remove layers of paint, oxides, mold release agents, and almost anything that will absorb the light our equipment emits. To narrow down the best solution, we have a multi-million dollar laboratory to test and determine which technology solution will work best for you.

Common Applications
Coating Removal
Paint Removal
Mold Cleaning
Rust Removal
Nuclear Decontamination
Welding & Bonding Treatments
What We Clean

Application Types

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Coating Removal

Laser cleaning removes paint and other hazardous coatings from targeted areas of vehicles and parts. We use low-, mid-, or high-powered technology to clean equipment and vehicles that require small area localized cleaning for modification, corrosion control, or other subsequent tasks.

02

Paint Removal

Laser cleaning provides a safe and efficient way to remove hazardous coatings from targeted areas on ships, planes, vehicles, and equipment — without setting up environmental protections. Adapt Laser is the only approved technology for this application by the US Air Force.

03

Mold Cleaning

Laser cleaning for molds covers dies, baking molds, injection molds, and more. Our solutions allow you to clean molds without dismantling the setup — and in certain circumstances can even operate at the mold's operating temperatures, minimizing downtime.

04

Rust Removal

Remove rust, oxidation, and corrosion from steel, iron, and alloy surfaces without damaging the base metal. Our lasers are used by the US Air Force and Navy to remove corrosion from aircraft and ground equipment — faster, safer, and with no secondary waste.

05

Nuclear Decontamination

Laser cleaning safely decontaminates radioactive surfaces — reducing secondary waste to a fraction of traditional methods. Our nuclear-rated systems include matched TEKA filtration to capture and contain all radioactive particulate at the source.

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Welding & Bonding Treatments

Clean surfaces before welding for superior bond strength, and remove heat-affected oxides after welding — all without consumables. Laser surface activation produces a micro-roughened, chemically activated surface for structural adhesive bonding proven in aerospace primary structures.

Industry-Specific Solutions

We Provide Industry-Specific Laser Cleaning Technology

We tailor our recommendations to the individual characteristics of each industry.

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Defense & Military
Industry

Defense & Military Laser Cleaning Applications

While we serve a myriad of industries, we do the bulk of our work providing defense and military solutions. With our extensive experience in this field, we fully understand the sensitivity of defense projects as well as the common challenges faced by military bases when providing proper maintenance for equipment and vehicles.

At Adapt Laser, we provide the laser cleaning units to allow soldiers, airmen, marines, and sailors to maintain and operate ground equipment, electronics, armored vehicles, aircraft, ships and other items safely and effectively. Adapt Laser is DFARS 7012 / NIST SP 800-171 Compliant.

  • Reduces de-paint process time to increase warfighter readiness
  • Non-destructive — preserves equipment lifecycle and fatigue life
  • No hazardous waste — meets DoD environmental compliance
  • Controlled laser cleaning for field or depot maintenance
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Aerospace
Industry

Aerospace Laser Cleaning Applications

Laser cleaning in the aerospace industry requires precision and care to not alter the delicate substrates of the industry. Our CleanLASER products are designed and manufactured in Germany for the sole purpose of being able to clean without altering substrates — where other manufacturers do not take the same focus.

For aerospace, coatings removal, tool or mold cleaning, and bonding preparation are perfect uses for our laser cleaning solutions — compared to abrasives, chemical stripping, or plastic media blasting which are known to damage the aircraft. Just ask the F-35 program, the U-2 Depot team, or the United States Air Force.

  • Increased equipment and aircraft lifecycle / fatigue life
  • Unbeatable quality of cleaning
  • Time savings compared to abrasives, chemicals, and media blasting
  • Increased worker safety — no hazardous chemicals
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Infrastructure & Power Generation
Industry

Infrastructure & Power Generation Laser Cleaning Applications

Localized corrosion removal on bridges, towers, pipelines, and critical structures — no containment, no grit, no chemical runoff. Our handheld systems bring the laser to the work, wherever it is.

For power generation assets, our laser systems clean heat exchangers, turbine components, and nuclear plant structures. Nuclear-certified configurations with matched TEKA filtration ensure compliant handling of radioactive material.

  • No containment setup required
  • Removes corrosion without substrate damage
  • Suitable for confined spaces and difficult geometries
  • Nuclear-certified configurations available
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From cleaning industrial molds to nuclear-contaminated surfaces, our lasers can be used for a wide variety of applications. Our expert team will guide you through the process of selecting the right cleaning laser for your needs.

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Laser Applications

Laser cleaning can also be used to remove layers of paint, oxides, mold release agents, and almost anything that will absorb the light our equipment emits. To narrow down the best solution for your operation or assets, we have a multi-million dollar laboratory to test and determine which technology solution will work best for you.

LASER CLEANING FOR ALMOST ANY APPLICATION

From cleaning tire molds to nuclear-contaminated surfaces, our lasers can be used for a variety of applications. Our expert team will guide you through the process of selecting the right cleaning laser for your needs. Common laser-cleaning applications include:

WE PROVIDE INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC LASER CLEANING TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS

We tailor our recommendations to the individual characteristics of each industry.

DEFENSE & MILITARY SOLUTIONS

Military equipment is designed for and exposed to harsh elements and warfare, making caring for it a challenging task; however, our laser technology is specifically designed to successfully clean armored vehicles, aircraft, and ships without damaging the structural integrity of warfighters’ equipment.

AEROSPACE SOLUTIONS

Our aerospace solutions are ideal for mold cleaning, coating removal and bonding preparation. While traditional methods of media blasting or abrasives have been used forever and known to damage, laser technology can be used all over the aircraft without impacting the life of the aircraft.

POWER GENERATION SOLUTIONS

Laser cleaning enables the outage time to be minimized, since it requires no cleanup. Also, cleaning without causing defects to be hidden means NDI finds issues before they cause a problem. In addition, removing nuclear contamination means your facility can get an even greater return.

INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS

Adapt Laser’s surface preparation technology provides non-abrasive cleaning methods to maintain, extend the lifespan, and enhance safety for roads, bridges, and railroads. Our laser ablation method efficiently removes contaminants like rust and paint, ensuring structural integrity and reducing the need for frequent repairs in the infrastructure industry.

MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS

AUTOMOTIVE SOLUTIONS

Our laser systems are designed to clean with the highest quality for the process needs of the automotive industry. Cleaning metal surfaces, for instance, prior to welding results in far less porosity welds and allows for the use of higher power laser welders.

OTHER SOLUTIONS FOR UNIQUE NEEDS

If your company or organization has a distinct need where laser cleaning can potentially help, we are here to assist you. Since we have an on-site lab, we can test different types of lasers and optics to find the right solution for you.

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OUR APPLICATIONS LABS ENSURE RISK-FREE CLEANINGS

At Adapt Laser, we have a dedicated lab created to test, validate, and determine the best laser cleaning solution for your assets. This allows us to narrow down the technology that may work best for you, and begin the cleaning process with full confidence that the type of laser and laser power we utilize provide you with the exact results you need.

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