Laser Photonics Wins $0.8M Order for Robotic Laser Cleaning Cell in Data Centers
LASE•Laser Photonics secured a $0.8 million order for its first robotic laser cleaning cell from Vander-Bend Manufacturing, marking entry into the data center infrastructure supply chain. The programmable dual-robot cell automates pre-weld zinc-coating removal, enabling horizontal deployment across component types and positioning the company for follow-on orders as production scales.
1. Entry into Data Center Supply Chain
Laser Photonics delivered its first robotic laser cleaning cell valued at approximately $0.8M to Vander-Bend Manufacturing, a precision sheet metal supplier for hyperscale data center operators. This order secures the company’s initial foothold in one of the highest capital intensity segments of the U.S. infrastructure market.
2. System Design and Programmability
The system features two coordinated robots—one to position each part and another to guide a laser ablation head—automating pre-weld zinc-coating removal on complex geometries. Programmable by part type rather than fixed to a single component, the cell can process different panel designs by loading new programs, enhancing operational flexibility.
3. Scalability and Market Opportunities
By replacing manual cleaning steps, the cell addresses labor constraints and inconsistent yields, enabling manufacturers like Vander-Bend to increase throughput without adding headcount. Its horizontal applicability spans defense, semiconductor, medical device and electric vehicle battery sectors, positioning Laser Photonics for follow-on orders as data center build-out continues.
4. Executive Perspective
CEO Wayne Tupuola highlighted data center construction as one of the most dynamic capital expenditure cycles in the U.S. and emphasized the cell’s potential to eliminate critical bottlenecks. He noted that its programmability and consistency could drive additional orders as customers scale production across multiple industries.
