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WJ June 2026 - High-Powered Laser Welding in Shipbuilding - Lead.webp

High-Powered Laser Welding in Shipbuilding

Laser welding is well established in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics, where it is valued for its precision, low heat input, and high productivity. In recent years, it has also begun to enter the shipbuilding sector, driven largely by the need to improve efficiency and address ongoing skilled labor gaps.

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