Canada

CLAN Workshop

CLAN is the Canadian Laser Application Network, a new initiative led by Peter Herman (University of Toronto) to forge industry-academic cooperation in laser material processing and laser characterization activities in Canada.

KJ Laser Micromachining is an active member of CLAN.

Centre of Excellence for Photonics at Ontario Centre of Excellence

The Centre of Excellence for Photonics helps Ontario firms and organizations grow by finding innovative solutions for their challenges. Having everything to do with light, Photonics is a strategic technology that is making a significant impact on all industrial and healthcare sectors – sectors critically important to Ontario’s economy and prosperity.

KJ Laser Micromachining has colloborated with Dr. Marc Nantel.

The Photonics Research Laboratories at McMaster University

The Photonics Research Laboratories at McMaster University operate under the auspices of the Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research (BIMR) and in close connection with the Center for Emerging Device technologies (CEDT).

KJ Laser Micromachining has colloborated with Prof. Harold Haugen and Prof. John Preston.

Institute for Optical Sciences (IOS)

The IOS serves as the home for new colloborative undergraduate and graduate programs in Photonics/Optical Sciences that will train intellectually agile students.

KJ Laser Micromachining has have colloborated with Prof. DwayneMiller et al.

Laser Photonics Fabrication, University of Toronto

Their research group studies and develops novel laser processing technology for defining photonic devices, optical circuits, microfluidic and other nanostructures.

KJ Laser Micromachining has have colloborated with Prof. Peter Herman et al.

Ontario Photonics Industry Network (OPIN)

The Ontario Photonics Industry Network (OPIN) is an industry-led association comprised of professionals, companies and institutions that are interested or engaged in photonics-related activities.

USA

Industrial Laser Solutions

Industrial Lasers Solutions is a leading international resource for technology information on industrial laser materials processing.

Laser Institute of America

The Laser Institute of America (LIA) is the professional society for laser applications and safety. LIA offers technical information and networking opportunities to laser users from around the globe.

Laser Focus World

Published since 1965, Laser Focus World - a monthly magazine for engineers, researchers, scientists, and technical professionals - provides comprehensive global coverage of optoelectronic technologies, applications, and markets.

Photonics Spectra

Photonics Spectra is unique in that it provides both technical and practical information for every aspect of the global industry, integrating all segments of photonics: optics, lasers, imaging, fiber optics, electro-optics, as well as photonics component manufacturing.

Over the past five decades Laurin Publishing has fostered a tradition of innovation that has defined the industry. As our publications grew — following the technology into an ever widening range of applications

International

AILU

Formed in 1995 as a not-for-profit organization, the Association enjoys worldwide recognition for the practical advice it offers on technical and business matters related to laser applications in manufacturing. It is a leader in fostering co-operation and collaboration within the laser community, promoting best practice in industrial laser materials processing and allied technologies and supports the maintenance and improvement of standards for laser safety and performance.

TWI

TWI is a global company delivering world class value to its Members, through research, consultancy and training services in welding and joining, engineering, NDT inspection, materials, surfacing, and lifecycle integrity - respected for its expertise, professionalism and independence.

optics.org

Founded in 1996, optics.org was the first web portal designed to serve the information needs of the worldwide photonics community.

European Laser Institute

ELI, the European Laser Institute provides a strong platform bringing together the competence and knowledge on optical technologies.

The European Laser Applications Network (ELAN)

The European Laser Applications Network (ELAN) is a newly formed organisation for 'the promotion of laser technology in industrial sectors in Europe by co-operative actions'. We intend to keep ELAN a loosely structured network.

To aid communication between providers and users of laser technology we have set up a network of National ELAN Contact Points (ECPs) to provide the essential first point of contact for international enquiries. We also have a number of Regional or Specialist ECPs in each European country. There is no cost involved in joining the network.

WLT – German Scientific Laser Society

(Wissenschaftliche Gesellschaft Lasertechnik e.V.)

The German Scientific Laser Society (WLT) is a forum for interdisciplinary thinking and acting in laser technology. During the past few years, WLT has developed into the most important committee for laser research in Germany, shaping its structure with regard to the key tasks of laser technology and laser research.

eurolaser

The company eurolaser was founded in September 1994 with a view to establish the laser technology for material processing in the industry and in the handcraft sector. The company develops and designs processing machines which – equipped with established laser technology – correspond the various different customer and user applications.