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Laser Hardening Complex Geometries
Traditional flame hardening has restrictions on complex geometries. Laser hardening offers a different level of control. Our customer wanted...
Laser Hardening: A Smarter Way to Protect Molds
In mold & die manufacturing, your tooling dictates your uptime. Whether you are running complex injection molds, heavy-duty compression dies or...
Cam Face Laser Hardening
Hardness where it counts. We recently completed laser hardening on this large cam face, achieving a consistent 57-58 HRC. This localized heat...
Laser Hardened Molds: Maximize Wear Resistance
In high-volume manufacturing, you need tooling that can go the distance. When Henry Holsters brought us their molds, the objective was...
How Real-Time Data Prevents Distortion in Laser Hardening
Ever wonder how we ensure precision in laser hardening? This graph shows the magic of real-time temperature monitoring with an optical pyrometer....
Teach Programming with the AL-Rock
Our AL-ROCK allows the operator to guide the laser head physically along the workpiece. This "walk-through" method ensures the hardening path is...
Shot Show 2026 Recap
Our guys had a great time connecting with everyone at SHOT show this week! We showcased some of our precision laser hardening capabilities. Benefits...
Laser Hard’s Mason Heller Named to Heat Treat Today 40 Under 40 Class of 2025
Our very own Mason Heller has been recognized in the Heat Treat Today 40 Under 40 Class of 2025!This recognition is earned. Heller has spent eight...
Localized Laser Hardening
Ditch the distortion! Traditional heat treating cycles the entire part. We don't. Our robotic laser system delivers heat input precisely where it's...
Shafts wearing out too soon? Laser hardening is the solution
Tired of premature shaft wear? Laser Hardening is the solution! Is your equipment suffering from shafts wearing out long before their expected...
Hardening Process: Compression Mold Shear Edges
Targeted hardness for longevity of components. We laser hardened the shear edges on P-20 compression molds, maximizing durability exactly where it's...
Laser Hardening an Automotive Trim Die
See how our advanced laser heat treatment transforms GM 338 material, significantly boosting its hardness and wear resistance....
Laser Surface Hardening for Mold Durability
Strengthen your components without deformation! We laser hardened these half-gallon dairy molds to the desired 53-55 HRC, precisely applying heat...
Meet your Laser Hard, Inc. operators!
Our technicians in Meadville & Grand Rapids are well-equipped with the technology and expertise to tackle any laser heat treat project. Get in...
Laser Hardening Bracket Retracting Slide
We laser hardened 220 steel brackets to 61-63 HRC with precision treatment for optimal performance. Watch the process:...
