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Putting the Power of Technology to Work for You Precision Laser Converting Laser Converting Preco, Inc. (Preco) positions itself to be your with options such as vision registration, material partner as you incorporate laser processing into handling, multiple and automation to meet your stream. As a system integra- your specific production requirements. We will tor and provider, we work with you on discuss these system types in depth later in this everything from process development to system brochure. installation on your shop floor. Preco prides itself on offering the most extensive process applications staff in the busi- Laser Systems ness and can handle the most complicated manu- As a standard and custom industrial laser system facturing challenges. When other companies tell builder, Preco is always looking for the way you they can’t help, Preco finds a way to do it. We to make your overall process faster and more also offer timely global service support providing precise. With years of experience, Preco has the best possible customer service. From system customized equipment for companies in need of installation to forming long term relationships via laser integration for a variety of markets. We offer preventative maintenance programs, customer flat sheet and roll-to-roll processing equipment satisfaction is always our primary goal.

1 Laser Processing Services Markets At Preco, we do more than offer basic • Medical devices or diagnostics services. We can provide you with all of the • Flexible packaging resources needed to integrate laser processing • Optical films into your manufacturing stream. The extensive • Flexible circuits/electronics design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities • Security and identification of Preco can help you answer today’s challenges • Automotive and aerospace – enhancing product design, improving quality, • Abrasives and lowering unit costs, and shortening lead times.

When determining processing options for Materials sheet or rolled products, lasers offer the flexibility, • Polymers • Abrasives precision and repeatability required to produce • Adhesives • Ceramics excellent results without the limitations of tradi- • Composites • tional routers, saws and die-cutting systems. • Woods • Foams Depending on material and thickness, laser through cutting, kiss cutting, via drilling (microvia) Processes and scribing can be achieved at speeds in the • Cutting • Kiss Cutting hundreds of inches per second. Preco can • Ablating/ • Perforating intricately cut parts with close tolerances in many • Scribing • Slitting materials, making it suitable for applications • Skip Slitting such as membrane switches, graphics, overlays, gaskets, signs & displays, flexible circuits, wood and furniture, flooring and plastic fabrications.

2 Abrasives Laser cutting offers a unique alternative to conventional methods because lasers are a non- contact, clean process, with no dust or fraying and cut parts are chad free. The laser beam is always sharp resulting in consistent, repeatable cuts with superior edge quality.

• Laser cutting is fully digital, direct cut from a CAD file • Nearly instantaneous results – not waiting for tooling or set-up • Small features and geometry • Minimal distance between parts (maximizing yield) • No delamination of multi-layered products • Inventory reduction – make to order • Product identification High speed laser processing combined with robotic .

Preco’s high speed, “cut on the fly” laser systems offer controls and accuracies that enable you to cut a variety of shapes and products. These systems cut 24 grit or higher and kiss cut 80 grit and finer, both with various backings (, polymer, cloth, fiber, hook & loop and adhesives) and can be either roll or sheet stock. Alternate wavelengths are available for polymer based abrasives to minimize or eliminate edge burrs.

Multi-laser processing featuring product identification.

3 Digital Print The commercial print market can combine digital Invest in Laser Processing printing with laser processing to offer finished end products. Laser cutting and kiss cutting eliminate • High speed, fast process expensive tooling, allowing you to bring creative • On the fly file changeover with XY registration and intricate solutions to your customers for less • Intricate cutting & kiss cutting money, less material and in less time. • Eliminate tooling costs & delays refers to methods of printing from • Flexible - easy changeovers a digital-based image (computers or other digital • Reduce material waste storage devices) directly to a variety of materials. • Inline or off-line production The greatest difference between digital printing and traditional methods such as , , gravure or letterpress is that there is no need to replace expensive printing plates in digital printing. Without the need to replace plates, digital printing has brought about fast turnaround times and printing on demand.

Integrating laser processing with your digital printing system provides you with a flexible production line to meet today’s market demands. Preco offers laser components for both roll-fed and sheet-fed lines. Preco’s WebPro® with laminating and stripping.

4 Electronic Thin Films Electronic products consist of various Applications materials requiring clean, close tolerance convert- ing which challenges conventional methods. The • Capacitive touch panels laser is the ideal tool for clean and high speed • sensitive adhesives material processing. Adding vision registration • Membrane switches reduces the cut-to-feature variances. • Laminated components • RFID tags Preco offers state-of-the-art standard and • Gaskets specialty laser systems with features and • Flexible circuits processes that produce clean parts in rigid or • Ceramics flexible specialty coated polymers. We know that electronic materials require different processing solutions. Our experts can guide you through the Advantages process of selecting the correct laser and system • Non-contact method – no deformed parts for your application. • Vaporizes – seals and cauterizes • Clean contact points • Sharp, precise corners A focused laser beam allows ultra-fine • Application driven automated solutions cutting capability for clean processing in • Eliminate burrs and angel hair most electronic materials. Common lasers used for electronic processing are based on application and material types.

CO2 Lasers • UV Lasers • Fiber Lasers

5 Medical Technological advances have made “point of care” conventional web and sheet fed. Our experienced medical devices smaller and more complex. These engineering staff is well versed in additional devices must meet the most stringent quality de- capabilities such as vision registration, post mands. The production of these medical devices inspection, assembly, island placement, precision also require a precision that is difficult to achieve laminating, and other techniques critical for the with conventional manufacturing equipment. Laser efficient production of your medical device. processing has proven to be a necessity and a Preco’s expertise provides the medical industry valuable asset in the precise fabrication of medical with world-class quality laser processing and die devices. cutting for the manufacture of medical devices Preco is uniquely positioned to provide complete such as: manufacturing solutions for these challenging • Microfluidic components applications. The equipment can be purchased for • Flexible circuit singulation your in-house production or you may leverage our • In vitro diagnostic components Medical Precision Converting Services to produce • Diagnostic test strips your devices in an ISO 13485 environment. • Transdermal packages Preco offers laser systems, equipment • EKG patches or a combination of rotary die cutting and laser • Blood filters equipment for the production of medical devices. • Fluid delivery Our range of processing equipment includes • Wound care

6 Web Based Systems In industry, web handling, converting and roll-to- The WebPro product line is developed for ease roll commonly refer to the controlled conveyance of use and maximum flexibility. It is operated of a long, thin, flexible material. It’s commonly from a single HMI featuring Preco’s AcuBeam™ known in the industry that web processing is control system that operates in a user-friendly more productive and cost-effective than handling Windows environment and includes an on screen sheets. Preco integrates advanced laser technol- CAD interface. All parameters are saved to a job ogy with reliable equipment offering innovative specific recipe file that may be recalled and run at and cost-effective solutions for web-based laser a later date. Therefore, the system can be rapidly cutting, perforating, scoring, slitting and kiss reconfigured for changing job requirements and is cutting. an ideal match for short run jobs in all sizes and materials. Preco’s WebPro® product line has evolved over the years from simple step-and-repeat, single laser, narrow web applications to continuous, multi-laser, wide web applications. Today, the WebPro is offered in three sizes based on web width and available features: Mini WebPro (up to 305 mm/12″), WebPro (305 mm/12″ to 610 mm/24″) and WebPro Wide Web Preco’s WebPro® LB4000 (914 mm/36″ to 2,032 mm/80″). with laminating, stripping and inline slitting

7 Our exclusive motion design processes materials Some features must be added upon order, but at typical speeds up to 91 meters/min (300 ft./ many can be added or upgraded in the field. This min), while maintaining consistent tension across is a unique platform allowing it to grow with your the entire process. Custom applications can be business with minimal cost impact. configured to reach up to 610 meters/min (2000 If the necessary features require more space or ft./min). Typical cut accuracies range from +/- are not offered as standard, no problem. Preco 75-um – 254-um (3 – 10-mil) based on part size, offers build to order systems to meet your exact geometry and material. needs. Features include automation solutions When considering the WebPro for your production and controller options, as well as meeting facility requirements, think of it as an a la carte product requirements: line that allows you to add the necessary features • Sheet feeder automation required for your processing needs: • Offloading conveyor • Laser type, wattage and quantity • Robotic placement or post cut stacking • Number of unwinds, rewinds and nip drives • Motion controller or PLC options • Web steering – pivot or side lay types • In line workstations • Laminating – heated or cold • Tensioning – open or closed loop types • Multiple lane slitting • Mechanical sheeting

8 Flat Sheet Systems Preco offers a wide variety of flat sheet laser processing systems to meet your manufacturing needs. Our flat sheet offerings are split into two categories determined by how the laser is delivered to the work area: CNC or galvanometer. Which category best fits an application will depend on the material type, sheet size and thickness. Standard systems are manually loaded and unloaded, but options for pick-and-place or robot- ics are available for custom applications.

9 CNC Systems Laser CNC technology is the most conventional laser power to processing speeds. Jobs are method used in laser processing today. Preco created in G-code and saved as recipes for recall offers a variety of systems in many different sizes and running at a later time. and configurations. Stationary heads or flying An advantage of CNC systems is that it allows you optics systems can be configured with XY tables to cut thicker materials and still have a perpen- from 6″ x 6″ to 60″ x 120″. Additional options dicular edge. If clean edges are required, assist include: z-axis with or without autofocus, rotary, gas options are available. multiple beams, vision registration and a variety of laser types. These systems are interfaced with Preco’s AcuNav™ motion control soft- ware that precisely controls

The SL4200 is a compact, yet mobile, 2′ x 3′ CNC laser system with options for vision registration.

Steered Beam – LB1000 & FlexPro Series Steered beam systems such as the LB1000 and This process automatically breaks up larger files FlexPro® series utilize high-speed, galvanometer into smaller fields so the scanner can process laser scanning systems for accurate digital laser it one field at a time. Vision registration options converting of thin sheet stock such as flexible for these systems can increase cut to feature circuits, , films, paper, and gaskets. Speed accuracy. is the primary advantage over CNC, especially All systems are interfaced and controlled with the greater the amount of geometry. Configured Preco’s AcuBeam™ software that operates directly with Preco’s patented AcuPower™ technology, from CAD files (DWG or DXF). Jobs are saved as galvanometers provide very stable cut depth recipes for recall and running at a accuracies. later time. These steered beam series are available in simple static or with a precision positioning stage. Static systems require the entire part or sheet to be within the scanner’s field of view. However, for jobs exceeding this field of view, a precision stage is required to provide a process known as tiling. The FlexPro® is unique as it can be equipped with both fixed and steered beam technologies.

10 FlashLite™ Modules WD Series G Series Preco’s WD FlashLite laser In addition, the FlashLite modules offer laser slitting, G (galvanometer) is scoring and micro-perforating. available for shape The compact size along with processing. The module economical and unparalleled operates in either on-the- flexibility of the FlashLite enables fly or intermittent motion. it to be integrated over virtually The FlashLite is configu- any existing production line. It rable to meet your needs. can be added to existing material Single or multiple beams handling structures or framework are available with various can be included as part of the powers. To provide the cost effective complete laser best fit for your production package. Process registration is line, the module itself can based on distance or eye spot be mounted vertically or triggering. Preco’s exclusive horizontally. control software is tailored to web processing, allowing for an easy transition from job set-up to production.

11 Integrated FlashLite™ Workstations Offering both turnkey and integrated systems allows a company to come to Preco for whatever their laser system manufacturing needs may be. Our converting systems have the flexibility to integrate over existing production lines including digital printing, slitters, laminators, extruders, thermo forming or blown film lines. The solution to add laser processing to your production line may come from a standard piece of laser equipment or a custom engineered piece developed specifically for your application. Preco’s of proprietary and patented technologies provide a unique advantage over others in the industry.

Inline with making line RCP with FlashLite™ The Rotary Converting Platform™ from Preco’s Die Cutting Division becomes more versatile by installing the FlashLite G laser on its base. The FlashLite’s powerful finishing process complements rotary cutting dies by providing manufacturers and job shops with on-the-fly laser through- cutting, accurate kiss cutting, slitting, scoring and marking. The FlashLite can be positioned over any die station in order to satisfy a variety of work configuration require- ments. If the part to be cut is longer than a maximum die circumference, the FlashLite’s Endless Die™ tiling feature allows the processing of a design that can be measured in meters or feet, versus centimeters or inches.

RCP 7-8 with FlashLite laser module for 2D laser processing

12 Product Line

Matrix FlashLite Preco packaging equipment options are listed below Laser Modules Flat Sheet Systems but not limited to these configurations. As a laser FlashLite G FlashLite FL LB1000 LB1500 SL4200 SL8000 LB2000 LB2200 LB2400 LB3000 LB3500 LB4000 integrator, Preco has the ability to choose the correct Series Series laser type, size and for your application. We recommend that the customer share all material types and thicknesses to determine processing feasibility.

Shape Cutting ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Kiss Cutting ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Marking ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Via-Drilling ü ü ü ü ü ü Perforating ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü

Process Capabilities Slitting ü ü ü Class 1 Enclosure optional optional ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü # of Lasers 1 per module 1 per module 1 1 2 1 1 1-2 1-2 1 1-5 # of Heads 1 per laser 1-2 per laser 1 1 1-2 1 1 1-2 1-2 1 1-5

100-400 100-400 100-2500 100-2500 100-2500 100-3000 100-1000 40-600 40 100-1000 100-2500 100-1000 CO² Laser Power (Watts) 1219 x 1219 up to 762 mm up to 762 mm 610 mm x 305 mm x 610 mm x 610 mm x to 1524 x 3048 Sheet Size user defined user defined x 762 mm x 762 mm 914 mm 305 mm 610 mm 1016 mm

System Specs (48″x48″ to (30″x30″) (30″x30″) (24″x36″) (12″x12″) (24″x24″) (24″x40″) 60″x120″)

up to 610 mm up to 1829 mm up to 1829 mm user defined user defined optional Web Width (24″) (72″) (72″)

Beam Compression Unit (BCU) ü Frame Support ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Grid Calibration ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Process Monitoring ü Vision Registration ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Eye Spot Registration ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Options Robotics ü ü ü ü Roll-to-Sheet (sheeting knife) ü ü ü Sheet Feeder ü ü ü ü Conveyor ü ü ü ü

Laser Types (wave lengths) CO²: 9.3, 9.6, 10.2, 10.6; UV and Fiber 13 FlexPro WebPro Flat Sheet Systems Galvanometer Scanner / XY Combo Roll to Roll Systems FlashLite G FlashLite FL LB1000 LB1500 SL4200 SL8000 LB2000 LB2200 LB2400 LB3000 LB3500 LB4000 Series Series

Shape Cutting ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Kiss Cutting ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Marking ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Via-Drilling ü ü ü ü ü ü Perforating ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Slitting ü ü ü Class 1 Enclosure optional optional ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü # of Lasers 1 per module 1 per module 1 1 2 1 1 1-2 1-2 1 1-5 # of Heads 1 per laser 1-2 per laser 1 1 1-2 1 1 1-2 1-2 1 1-5

100-400 100-400 100-2500 100-2500 100-2500 100-3000 100-1000 40-600 40 100-1000 100-2500 100-1000 CO² Laser Power (Watts) 1219 x 1219 up to 762 mm up to 762 mm 610 mm x 305 mm x 610 mm x 610 mm x to 1524 x 3048 user defined user defined x 762 mm x 762 mm 914 mm 305 mm 610 mm 1016 mm Sheet Size (48″x48″ to (30″x30″) (30″x30″) (24″x36″) (12″x12″) (24″x24″) (24″x40″) 60″x120″)

up to 610 mm up to 1829 mm up to 1829 mm user defined user defined optional Web Width (24″) (72″) (72″)

Beam Compression Unit (BCU) ü Frame Support ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Grid Calibration ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Process Monitoring ü Vision Registration ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Eye Spot Registration ü ü ü ü Barcode Reader ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Robotics ü ü ü ü Roll-to-Sheet (sheeting knife) ü ü ü Sheet Feeder ü ü ü ü Conveyor ü ü ü ü

Laser Types (wave lengths) CO²: 9.3, 9.6, 10.2, 10.6; UV and Fiber 14 Contract Manufacturing Services Preco’s Contract Manufacturing Services can speed to market/product “ramp up” time lines. provide you with all of the resources needed to Preco’s high level of support and accountability integrate laser processing into your manufactur- guarantees your satisfaction. ing stream. Our ISO 9001:2008 & 13485:2003 contract facility employs multiple state of the art Processing Feasibility laser systems. As the undisputed industry leader, Communication - Samples many of our laser processing services are unique patented techniques offered only by Preco. Due to Preco’s 30+ years in the converting market, and our ISO Certifications, we have the processes and Process Testing Laser Setup - Derive Parameters documentation structure in place to ensure your Tooling continued business success.

Preco is positioned to partner with you to bring laser technology into your sales offerings. We are Pilot Production Run Tooling Proof - Process Proof actively involved with the front-end planning pro- CMS or LED cess, helping to achieve critical milestones from design to production. Preco’s team of engineers,

project managers and technicians will assist you Contract Manufacturing Laser Equipment Division Services Standard - Modular - Engineered with product design and development, product Short Run - Long Run quality enhancement, product cost evaluation and

15 Materials • PET, PE, PP, Nylon, EVOH, PTFE, Urethane and more • Metalized, foils and paper • Films and laminates • Polymers • Abrasives • Adhesives • Ceramics • Composites • Textiles • Woods • Foams

Processing Capabilities Quality Control • Web processing speeds up to 1,000 ft./min (305 m/min) • ISO 9001:2008 and 13485:2003 certified • Ramp-up/ramp-down power control to minimize • Microscopic cross section imaging scrap • Tensile testing • Vision or eye-mark registration • XY coordinate measuring

16 Service Preco maintains a staff of highly skilled service Preventative Maintenance personnel with backgrounds in laser technology, system manufacturing and material processing Program: to meet the requirements of our customers. We • Assure peak operating performance and have extensive training on Preco equipment and reduce down time by minimizing unexpected have been factory trained by our major component problems suppliers for lasers, optics, motion controls and • Good manufacturing practice of annual inspection and cleaning, thus extending the vision systems. Our service representatives are overall life of your system(s) devoted to providing the best possible customer • 10% discount on all parts purchased during a service experience for your new equipment as well preventative maintenance visit as providing long term preventative maintenance • Phone and email support for the life of the programs to ensure satisfaction. contract

Support After the Sale: • New equipment installation and start-up service • Comprehensive training for equipment operations and maintenance personnel • Emergency field support; with an average response time of 24 hours or less • Most parts in stock for quick delivery • Remote diagnostics software allows Preco technicians to connect directly and conduct tests World Service Map

17 Why Preco? Developed Technology Research & Development Development activities have enabled Preco to Dedicated Applications & Technology group develop leadership positions in the following • Lead by (2) Ph.D. Engineers technological areas: • Identify future market opportunities • Web based material processing • Creating innovative technology, products and • Application of the best laser (type and processing capability wavelength) to a specific application Engineering staff of 54+ involved in the design and • Laser processing knowledge development of both R&D and customer projects. • Laser power control • New innovative solutions to technologically challenging laser processes Contact Us [email protected] Our ability in manufacturing and our willingness to Laser Equipment Division explore new solutions for 800.77LASER - 715.247.3285 the converting industry have Contract Manufacturing Services made Preco a presence 800.77LASER - 715.247.3285 around the globe. Service and Support 800.779.2583 - 715.247.3285

18 Preco Offers Multiple Manufacturing Solutions for the Converting Market

LASER CONVERTING FLAT BED DIE CUTTING • Sheet and roll based systems are available for • Robust flat bed four-post hydraulic ram design processing polymer and paper based materials • From 20 to 100 tons • Galvanometer and cartesian based systems can • Platen sizes from 12″ x 12″ to 42″ x 44″ be selected to best match requirements • Accommodates steel rule or matched metal dies • Lasers and motion systems are selected based on application • Micrometer stop control of ram advance for precise control of die cut depth MEDICAL PROCESSING – LASER & DIE CUTTING • Optional vision systems and unique floating bolster design will precisely register and die cut • Laser cut microfluidic components printed features • Laser and die cut invitro diagnostic components • Die cut EKG patches & blood filters LASER PROCESSING FOR FLEXIBLE PACKAGING • Laser and die cut consumables • Down-web and cross-web systems are available • Laser weld and cut tubing to meet your production requirements • Laser weld and cut surgical tools • AcuTear® technology provides easy opening straight or contoured score lines for flexible packages ROTARY DIE CUTTING • AcuBreathe® technology provides • All servo control design for die stations and micro- in flexible packages for spindles extended of produce • Manifold design for optimal die station • AcuVent® technology provides controlled configuration microwave venting features for flexible packages • Standard designs from 3 station and 6 spindle and up to 5 station and 10 spindle systems LAMINATING • Optional laser processing station • Engineered systems to precision laminate polymer and multilayer assemblies • Roll fed and sheet fed systems available • Precision screen for high accuracy • Vision system allows die or laser cut feature technical printing of polymer substrates to be cut and precision laminated to a • Automated web or sheet processing available pre-processed web • Vision cameras capture print fiducials in the print • Parts on discrete sheets can be laminated to area and adjust the screen in X, Y and ϴ for pre-processed webs using vision systems for increased accuracy alignment • Precision ground printing platen assures uniform and consistent thickness during printing

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