PITTSBURGH, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- II‐VI Incorporated (NASDAQ:IIVI), a global leader in laser materials processing solutions, today announced the introduction of its next-generation  12 kW BIMO-FSC laser cutting head with extended materials processing capabilities.

II-VI’s new BIMO-FSC features an entirely redesigned zoom optics system capable of independently adjusting the focal diameter and the focal length over extended ranges in just milliseconds. The integrated sensor system enables a superior level of embedded intelligence that achieves maximum materials processing precision and provides just-in-time service alerts.

The rapidly growing market for 1 µm laser-based flat sheet cutting is driving the demand for laser cutting heads that enable faster processing and achieve longer up-time. II-VI’s new BIMO-FSC features an entirely redesigned zoom optics system capable of independently adjusting the focal diameter and the focal length over extended ranges in just milliseconds. The integrated sensor system enables a superior level of embedded intelligence that achieves maximum materials processing precision and provides just-in-time service alerts.   

“Our new BIMO-FSC brings an unprecedented level of intelligence to laser cutting and piercing,” said Dr. Robert Kuba, Managing Director, II-VI HIGHYAG. “The high degree of engineering innovation in the BIMO-FSC sets a new standard for laser processing heads in terms of cutting performance, reliability, serviceability and user-friendly operation.”  

The new advanced operation of the BIMO-FSC can be demonstrated at any of II-VI’s global applications labs where custom processes can be developed to customer requirements. II-VI’s broad portfolio of state-of-the-art products for laser-based materials processing includes laser welding heads, laser light cables,  laser optics and direct diode laser engines.

II-VI will showcase its broad portfolio of products at EuroBLECH 2018, the 25^th International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, in Hanover, Germany, on October 23-26, 2018 in Hall 11, Stand F154.

About II-VI Incorporated

II-VI Incorporated, a global leader in engineered materials and optoelectronic components, is a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, the Company has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. The Company produces a wide variety of application-specific photonic and electronic materials and components, and deploys them in various forms, including integrated with advanced software to support our customers. For more information, please visit us at www.ii-vi.com.

CONTACT:
Mark Lourie
Director of Corporate Communications
mark.lourie@ii-vi.com
www.ii-vi.com/contact-us

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