አካል - APPOLO questionnaire to laser-based equipment suppliers and potential user of laser technologies

We do not use laser technologies We manufacture lasers or laser systemsWe make laser components We test lasers or laser componentsWe integrate laser systems into processing linesWe use laser technologies in our productionWe outsource laser fabrication processesWe characterize materials and components, processed with laser technologiesWe use laser technologies in our prototyping or product developmentWe develop materials, used in laser or laser applicationsWe develop laser micromachining processes

We would use laser technologies in our prototyping or product developmentWe would manufacture components, materials or coatings in our own laser facilitiesWe would outsource laser based manufacturingWe would characterize materials and components, processed with laser technologies We would develop new lasers and laser systemsWe would integrate laser technologies into our or customer process lines

We are currently using laser technologiesLack of knowledge or skillsLack of equipment or facilitiesConcern about possible high costs to adopt the technologyDoubts regarding applicability to our business

YesNo

Validation & assessment service for your products for industrial laser processes?Assessment of technical specifications of the laser equipment?Assessment of laser equipment interaction with any complementary equipment?Verification of laser and components specifications for your applications?Validation of new laser technologies in industrial environment?Comparison of laser technologies to conventional production methods?Consultancy?

NoNot aplicable

I do not knowNot applicable

Not applicableNot importantImportant

No

1	2	3	4	5
Independent comparison of competitive laser products

Minimization of purchase risk

Standartization of purchase

Quality information of laser processed parts

Information about reliability of laser system

Independent experts to choose suitable laser products

1	2	3	4	5
Output power

Pulse energy

Pulse energy stability

Wavelength

Tunable or multiple wavelength outputs (harmonics)

Repetition Rate

Beam quality

Beam spot size

Beam divergence

Beam pointing stability

Pulse duration

Burst mode

Pulse timing jitter

Synchronisation accuracy

Control interface

Operating temperature /humidity

Power consumption

Absolute tolerance of output parameters between products

Dimensions and weight

1	2	3	4	5
Process throughput

Process speed

Tolerance to laser parameter variation

Tolerance to work piece properties variation

Maintenance free

Roll-to-roll

Sheet to sheet

Precision

Repeatability

Debris-free

24/7 regime

I do not know

We ask our suppliers for their expertise;We ask person or institutions, which we know personally;We ask local research institutions;We ask well-known (in EU) research institutions;We ask well-known (outside EU) research institutions.

ConsultingProductionR&DOther

Private companyPublic institutionOther

YesNoMaybe

1	2	3	4	5
Investment cost

Processing quality

Flexibility

Running costs

Safety requirements

Personnel requirements

Range of materials

Reliable suppliers

APPOLO questionnaire to laser-based equipment suppliers and potential user of laser technologies

1. How do you currently make use of lasers technologies in your company?

2. How would you like to use laser technologies in the future?

3. What prevents your company from adopting or expanding the use of laser technologies?

4. Do you expect / plan / like to introduce laser technologies in future?

5. Could you please specify which type of conventional production methods you are using and which you are planning to substitute by laser processing?

6. Do you need discussion regarding laser application in future product /technology development?

7. Which specific areas of laser processing are you interested in?

8. Are you interested in?

9. Are there any limitations in laser technologies preventing their adoption in your industry?

10. Are there any aspects of laser technologies that must be improved for their adoption in your industry?

11. How important is for you that the laser system specifications comply with an officially certified standard, i.e. ISO?

12. Do you see benefits of independent validation of specifications of lasers and other equipment?

13. Which benefits of laser technology assessment are most useful for you?

13a. Can you name other benefits of laser technology assessment?

14. Which laser parameters are the most important for your application?

14a. Can you name other important laser parameters for you?

15. Which process parameters are the most important for your application?

15a. Can you name other important process parameters?

16. What has the strongest influence to your decision to apply laser technology against other alternative technologies?

16a. Can you name other important factors in decision making?

17. Where are you looking for consultancy and support in selecting lasers and laser technologies for your needs?

Your Principal industry sector:

Core business:

Legal form:

Number of employees:

When was your company established:

Your name*:

Your role within the company* :

Do you have responsibility or influence for decision making on company?

Would you be interested in a detailed consultation about your laser fabrication needs? Tick yes if you are willing to have us contact you directly in the future.

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