Surface corrosion
Prepare suitable rusted steel and metal components for closer inspection, repair or refinishing.
THE PRINCIPLE
CONTROLLED ENERGY. TARGETED SURFACE CLEANING.
Laser cleaning directs energy at a surface where unwanted layers such as rust, oxides or certain coatings can absorb enough energy to loosen, break away or ablate. The response depends on the laser settings, coating and underlying material.
Base metal is not magically immune to a laser. Reflectivity, thickness and thermal response vary. That is why careful process selection, testing and extraction matter, especially on delicate automotive parts.
COMPARE CLEANING METHODS ↗
APPLICATIONS
WHAT THE METHOD CAN DO.
The best approach depends on the substrate, contaminants and the next stage of restoration.
Coatings & residues
Target certain paint layers, oxide films and contamination where material testing supports the method.
Detail preservation
Access complex metal shapes without relying on the mechanical action of abrasive blast media, when practical.
STRAIGHT ANSWERS
GOOD QUESTIONS. CLEAR ANSWERS.
Does the laser pass harmlessly through clean steel?+
Not necessarily. Reflection and absorption vary by wavelength, finish and material. Correct process selection and operating controls are essential.
Is laser cleaning chemical free?+
Laser cleaning generally does not need cleaning solvents or abrasive blast media, but coatings and contaminants may generate fumes or particulates requiring extraction.
What is the difference between pulsed and continuous-wave lasers?+
Pulsed systems deliver energy in short bursts often selected for controlled work. Continuous-wave systems deliver energy continuously and may create higher heat loads. Suitability varies by job.
Does a laser remove all rust?+
It can remove appropriate accessible corrosion, but it cannot restore steel lost to pitting, perforation or structural deterioration.
LET’S GET TO WORK
REQUEST AN ASSESSMENT ↗READY TO BRING THE METAL BACK?
Tell us what you need cleaned, restored or protected. We’ll help you work out a sensible next step.