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CO₂ Laser Solutions

Proven Power for Non-Metal and Composite Cutting

For decades, CO₂ laser systems have been the workhorse of industrial trimming, cutting, and drilling — especially for plastics, composites, and fiber-reinforced materials. Shape Process Automation builds on that legacy with fully integrated robotic CO₂ laser cells that combine high beam quality, long-term reliability, and unmatched flexibility in system design.

Why Choose CO₂ Lasers

  • Optimized for polymers and composites: CO₂ lasers deliver clean, burr-free cuts without mechanical stress — ideal for materials like CFRP, GFRP, ABS, PP, and other thermoplastics.
  • Non-contact precision: The laser beam never touches the part, eliminating tool wear and ensuring consistently high edge quality across thousands of cycles.
  • High throughput and uptime: With sealed beam sources and low maintenance requirements, SPA’s CO₂ systems are built for continuous production environments.
  • Flexible integration: Available in both fixed-focus and robot-guided configurations, SPA’s CO₂ lasers adapt easily to large part geometries or variable production setups.

Key Features of Our CO₂ Laser Systems

Shape Process Automation integrates with the leading supplier of CO2 laser generators and standard user interfaces. We have developed a unique beam delivery solution that attaches to an unmodified robot, delivering CO2 laser cutting without restricting the motion of the robot. Where competitors might use a large, lower-accuracy robot to bring the part to a stationary head, we bring the head to the part with a faster and more accurate robot.

We also deliver cutting solutions incorporating scanners (or galvanometers). These unique cutting heads use servo-controlled mirrors to move the laser beam, providing high-accuracy laser cutting at up to 1000 mm/s. Drill dozens of holes per second with ease using this advanced solution.

  • High-power sealed CO₂ resonators suitable for 24/7 production.
  • Six-axis robotic motion for contour trimming and 3D geometries.
  • Active beam delivery management with consistent focal quality over long runs.
  • Real-time process monitoring for cut depth, temperature, and edge consistency.
  • Compact safety enclosures engineered for quick loading and unloading of large components.

CO₂ Laser Applications

  • Trimming of automotive interior and exterior plastic parts.
  • Cutting fiber-reinforced polymer panels and lightweight composite structures.
  • Perforating, scoring, and marking non-metallic materials in high-volume manufacturing.
  • Post-mold processing for injection-molded components.
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Results You Can Count On

Shape Process Automation’s CO₂ laser systems are used globally by automotive and Tier 1 suppliers to deliver consistent part quality while reducing cycle time and tool maintenance. Whether installed as standalone cells or integrated into multi-robot lines, they provide repeatable performance and full digital traceability.

Our engineers have decades of experience designing laser systems that meet both production and quality goals. Our team provides application development, proof-of-concept testing, and turnkey integration to make your CO₂ laser investment production-ready from day one.

Take the Next Step

Bring your composite or polymer cutting challenge to SPA. Our CO₂ laser cells deliver the precision and durability to meet your toughest quality standards — while keeping your operation flexible for the future.
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