LMS offers basic and advanced laser training courses perfect for both new and existing system owners. Every laser system purchase comes with on-site, basic laser training during machine acceptance. Our software and laser machines are very robust and highly reconfigurable. Choose from one of our training courses below, or contact us to request more specific training.
Courses Available:
System Operations
Basic system operations and maintenance training
Advanced Applications
Advanced laser applications training for non-standard laser usage
Advanced Software Programming
Learn how to program using our Command Line Files for advanced control
System Operations Training Course Outline
| Duration | Location | Language | # of participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | Default in Orlando, Fl or in customer site | English | Max. 2 |
Course Objectives
- Identify laser safety hazards and implement protective measures
- Navigate user manuals and troubleshoot system error messages effectively
- Execute proper startup and shutdown procedures for laser systems and ancillary equipment
- Operate laser equipment through console interfaces and peripheral devices
- Select and process laser job files using original parameters
- Optimize laser recipes to enhance processing efficiency and quality
- Understand maintenance schedules and key component lifecycles
Prerequisites
- Technical background with CNC operation experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows operating system
- Basic knowledge of CAD drawings and image files
Training Program
Hardware Operation
- Laser system components and safety protocols overview
- Operating manual navigation and reference guide
- Independent system startup and operation procedures
- Laser job file import and loading operations
- Pre-processing setup: focus calibration and workpiece positioning
- Optics maintenance and cleaning procedures
Software Operation
- Programming fundamentals and laser processing technology
- System configuration: laser source and motion controls
- File import and format conversion techniques
- Laser recipe editing and application methods
- Process optimization for cycle time and quality improvement
- Final proficiency assessment
Provided Course Materials
- Complete equipment operation manual
- Training notebook and writing materials
Participant Requirements
- Appropriate work clothing
- Safety shoes with protective toe caps
- Design files on portable storage media (optional)
Note: Training services included with equipment orders cover standard course materials according to current schedules. Enrollment is subject to availability, with courses typically conducted at our training facilities. Participants are responsible for travel expenses and must comply with all safety regulations during training sessions.
Advanced Application Trial Training Course Outline
| Duration | Location | Language | # of participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | Default in Orlando, Fl or in customer site | English | Max. 2 |
Course Objectives
- Independently design process drawings, import files, and create lasing job files
- List common industrial material, laser pre-and-post processing, and additive
- List commonly used quality control test equipment
- Find and apply the quality improvement recipe by analyzing the lasing mechanism
- Find and apply cycle time improvement point by understanding the performance limits
- List common laser equipment trouble shooting actions
Requirements
- General technical grounding and experience of CNC if equipment configuration applicable
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating System
- Basic understanding of CAD drawings and raster images if applicable
Training Program
- Introduction to the laser source, beam delivery design, wavelength absorption of the workpiece material
- Introduction to the common equipment testing methods
- Introduction to workpiece substrate material and common surface treatment
- Introduction to laser power density and energy density influence processing quality
- Introduction to cycle time composition and improvement paths
- Geometric shapes drawing in LAS software, and 3rd party drawing files import
- Creation of lasing job files ion LAS software and database connection or automation control
- Trial run of the lasing job on metal or typical plastics
- Trial run of the optimized automation synchronization if applicable
Course materials (will be handed out):
- Advanced Application Trial course folder
- Notebook and pen
To be provided by participants:
- Suitable Work clothes
- Safety shoes with steep toe caps
- DFX or DWG files on storage medium if desired
Advanced Software Programming Training Course Outline
| Duration | Location | Language | # of participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | Default in Orlando, Fl or in customer site | English | Max. 2 |
Course Objectives
- Create laser job files using both GUI interface and manual coding methods
- Configure key laser components and optimize LAS software parameters
- Design complex laser processing paths for irregular geometries
- Manage system roles and maintain laser recipe databases
- Analyze processing mechanisms to enhance quality parameters
- Identify and implement cycle time optimization opportunities
Prerequisites
- Completion of System Operations and Advanced Application training courses
- Basic software programming knowledge
- CNC operation experience and technical background
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows environment
- Understanding of CAD drawings and image files
Training Curriculum
- Laser Application Studio interface and functional modules
- System configuration and hardware parameter settings
- LAS software installation and database setup
- Complex geometry drawing and programming solutions
- CAD file import and verification procedures
- System authorization and user management
- Recipe management and parameter customization
- Processing path optimization techniques
- Practical processing trials on designated materials
- Command line syntax and advanced programming methods
Provided Materials
- Advanced Applications Training Guide
- Course notebook and writing materials
Participant Requirements
- Appropriate work attire
- Safety shoes with protective toe caps
- Design files on portable storage media (recommended)
