6 No-Nos of Handling Laser Markers

The process of moving a laser marking machine is fraught with hidden dangers. Improper operation can lead to a decline in the machine's precision or even cause direct damage.It summarizes six things that must be avoided when moving equipment, covering such key details as the angle of inclination, protection, and the choice of moving tools. It helps users protect their equipment and extend its lifespan.

Why should we be extra careful when moving laser marking machines?

The optical components and precision tracks inside a laser marking machine are like its "heart." If the machine is moved and subjected to violent shaking or impact, the alignment may be thrown off.Nor should we forget the "silent killers" of the humid environment and the bumps and scrapes that the machine suffers in the course of use.Below are some things you should never do!

Don't: Pick up the whole unit by hand.

Don't overestimate your own strength.

Even a low-power unit weighs more than 200 pounds.But many people think that "three or four people can carry it without any problem." If there are no special carrying handles, however, it is easy for the force to be distributed unevenly, which can cause the body to deform.Last year, for example, a factory spent NT $ 20,000 to repair damage caused to a rail by human handling.

He forgot to take apart the easily damaged parts.

Delicate parts such as the laser head and the galvanometer must be individually packed before transport.Once a user transported a machine lying flat, and the cooling liquid leaked into the optical system and directly burned up the main board.

Taboo 2: Using ordinary carts.

This ignores the need for shock absorption.

Flat carts you can buy at a hardware store are simply not suitable. Laser equipment needs a special cart with shock-absorbing springs. Especially on a factory floor covered with tiles, a regular cart can shake and rattle, causing the mirror stand to shift.

The way we were tied up was too rough.

It is a big mistake to tie the body with wire or nylon rope.It is recommended that wide elastic bands and non-slip pads be used to secure the laptop and that the bands be placed so as to avoid the cooling vents and the volume control.One company used ropes to secure the plane, and ended up scratching the paint job, which in turn affected the plane's resale value.

Taboo 3: Not protecting the work during transportation.

Save on packaging.

Even for short-distance movements inside the workshop, the entire machine must be wrapped in an anti-static film.Dust in the guide rail is not something that can be dealt with just by blowing on it," says Chiang. "One customer who had moved his machine found that the laser marking lines were rough, and when he took the machine apart he found a layer of metal shavings in the groove of the guide rail.

Transfer equipment to the open air when it rains.

The lenses of the laser heads are especially susceptible to moisture, and last year a customer transported his equipment in an open truck during the rainy season, and the lenses were so fogged up that they couldn't be used for three days.Yintian also suggests covering the equipment with plastic, and not being too lazy about it.

You must also avoid the landmines in these details.

The slope is greater than 15 degrees.

The side tilt of the machine body would change the flow of coolant, and might even cause the lubricant in the slide rails to leak.It's best to put a simple level in the transport vehicle to observe the angle at all times.

The landing gear was extended with a bang.

Even if you arrive at the destination, if you just bang the equipment down, the screws will be shaken loose.The safest method is to first use hydraulic lifts to slowly lower the sculpture, and then remove the transport vehicle.

It can be turned on immediately after being moved.

Once it is in place, it should be left alone for at least two hours so that all the parts can settle. In particular, in winter when there is a wide temperature differential, turning the machine on too quickly can cause condensation and damage.One manufacturer began production immediately after transporting the tubes and the tubes exploded, resulting in heavy losses.

The final piece of advice: When hiring a moving company, always make sure that they have experience in transporting delicate equipment.Last time, a customer was trying to save money by having a moving company transport his machine. When it arrived at the factory, the control panel had been smashed. He spent half a year trying to get the company to compensate him, but got nowhere.These taboos may seem trivial, but those who break them pay dearly.