CVE Installs Poland's First In-Vacuum Laser Welding Machine

[Cengiz Özemli]

## CVE Installs Poland’s First Vacuum Laser Welding Machine

Cambridge Vacuum Engineering (CVE) has successfully installed Poland’s first vacuum laser welding machine at the Laser Research Centre of Kielce University of Technology. This advanced technological investment, supported by the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education, marks a significant step in advanced engineering education.

The new system will contribute to the development of smart manufacturing technologies and industrial infrastructure projects across Central Europe. Manufactured at CVE's headquarters in the UK, this advanced welding platform can achieve very clean and high-integrity welds up to 35 mm deep.

### Vacuum Laser Welding System Features

• Capable of high-integrity welds up to 35 mm deep
• Suitable for high-performance and gas-sensitive alloys such as titanium, magnesium, and aluminum
• Five-axis CNC motion system for welding complex geometries and large parts
• Integrated wire feed system for additional processes: additive manufacturing and cladding

### Strengthening Research and Industry Collaboration
The welding machine was installed through CVE's Polish partner, Technika Spawalnicza. This new system supports the university's strategy to expand its experimental research infrastructure and laboratory capacity.

The equipment will enable researchers to conduct advanced studies in challenging welding applications, while also supporting sectors dependent on specialized welding techniques, such as aerospace and advanced manufacturing.

Associate Professor Hubert Danielewski from Kielce University of Technology stated, "We are excited to incorporate this system into our curriculum and research programs. The installation of CVE technology will allow us to conduct powerful work that will make significant contributions to Poland's development in engineering and manufacturing."

### Supporting the Next Generation of Engineers
Paul Haselgrove, Sales and Marketing Director at CVE, emphasized the importance of the collaboration, saying: "We are delighted to partner with Kielce University of Technology. By equipping students and researchers with state-of-the-art vacuum laser systems, we are helping them develop innovative solutions that will support manufacturing in Poland and Central Europe."

He also acknowledged the significant role of Technika Spawalnicza, which supported the project.

### Vacuum Laser Welding Technology
Cambridge Vacuum Engineering combines advanced laser processing technology with a controlled vacuum environment that eliminates atmospheric contamination, offering high-precision and flawless welding solutions, especially for industries requiring high weld integrity, reliability, and cleanliness.

This technology ensures durable and clean joints even in difficult-to-weld materials.

This development represents a significant innovation in the industrial and educational sectors in Poland.