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This section provides an overview for excimer lasers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 8 excimer laser manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked excimer laser companies as of December, 2024: 1.Coherent Corp., 2.Komachine Inc., 3.LIGHTMACHINERY, INC..
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An excimer laser is a specialized type of laser that generates ultraviolet light through the combination of noble gases and halogens. This technology is known for its precise and high-energy light emission.
These lasers typically emit light in the ultraviolet spectrum at wavelengths such as 193nm, 248nm, 308nm, and 353nm. The laser light is produced by a process called 'excitation,' where a mix of gases, typically including halogens like fluorine and chlorine and noble gases such as xenon and argon, is energized to a higher state. This energization leads to the emission of ultraviolet light when these excited molecules return to a lower energy state.
Excimer lasers have a wide range of applications, including in the industrial sector for tasks like semiconductor lithography, where they play a critical role in the manufacturing of microelectronic devices. In the medical field, particularly in ophthalmology, they are essential for procedures such as LASIK surgery, where they are used for precise corneal reshaping.
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Coherent, founded in 1971, and located in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, is a manufacturer, supplier and distributor of laser and photonics-based solutions. Their product range includes lasers, optics, and laser-based systems for industries such as industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Coherent's lasers are used in precision cutting, welding, medical procedures, and scientific experiments. With ISO 9001 certification, the company ensures quality standards in their products, and solutions across various industrial applications.
Komachine Inc., founded in 2017, is a South Korean manufacturer headquartered in Yongin, Gyeonggido, providing marketing and trading platform for the machine industry. The company operates the Komachine platform, allowing machinery manufacturers to register and showcase their new and replacement machines and parts. The platform connects these manufacturers with global buyers, facilitating transactions and exports at relatively low costs. Currently, there are around 4,000 registered suppliers offering a total of 85,000 products on the platform. Komachine Inc. received the presidential award and ministry awards in South Korea and won international startup competitions like Echelon Asia Summit in Singapore and TechBBQ in Denmark.
Carl Zeiss AG, established in 1846 and headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany, is a manufacturer of optical and optoelectronic technology. The company produces precision instruments such as microscopes, camera lenses, and medical imaging devices. These products serve the automotive, aerospace, healthcare, research, and scientific industries. Its optics are also utilized in manufacturing microchips, researching infectious diseases, and managing the quality of electric cars and windmills. The company holds ISO 9001 certification for compliance with quality management system standards.
LightMachinery, Inc., established in 2002 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, is a manufacturer specializing in the development of precision laser solutions for a wide range of industries. In 2009, the company made a significant stride by acquiring GSI Lumonics' pulsed gas laser product lines. These lines were renowned for their established capability for fast, on-the-fly marking of pharmaceutical, electronic, and consumer packaging products. The company's portfolio of main products includes advanced laser systems, optical components, and laser micro-machining tools. The laser systems are designed to deliver precision in several applications, such as material processing, engraving, and medical device manufacturing.
AMS Technologies AG is a German manufacturer of thermal management, photonics, and power technology products that was originally founded in 1982 as AMS Technologies GmbH before rebranding in 2007. Based in Munich, Bavaria, the company produces power technology systems such as resistors and capacitors, as well as optical components including spectrometers and fiber optics. It also offers thermal management solutions, such as vapor compression and liquid cooling systems for electronics or thermoelectrics. AMS Technologies operates internationally, with sales offices in France, Italy, Spain, and the UK. The company primarily serves clients in renewable energy, avionics, and nanotechnology R&D.
PhotoMachining, Inc., established in 1997 and located in Pelham, New Hampshire, USA, is a manufacturer and provider of laser micromachining systems and services. Its offerings include laser micromachining workstations for intricate tasks like cutting, drilling, and marking, as well as components for integration into custom laser systems. The company provides contract services for small to large volume production of micromachined parts, along with software tools for process control and optimization. Related accessories like chillers and safety glasses are also available. Its products enable precise and efficient laser micromachining across industries, including medical devices, electronics, and microfluidics.
Photonic Solutions Ltd, founded In 1999 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is the independent distributor of photonics and associated technologies to the UK scientific and industrial market. It is a supplier to more than forty global manufacturers of optical components and laser systems. The company's wide range of products include, laser detectors, diagnostics and safety equipment, microscopes, spectrometers, custom-designed systems and related accessories. Its photonic products are backed up by unrivalled support and services.
Laser 2000 has been a distributor of a wide range of photonics products since 1986 and is headquartered in Wessling, Germany. The company specializes in lasers and light sources, optical testing and measurement, optics and optomechanics, fiber optics, and network engineering. Its product line consists of laser safety goggles, diode lasers, Raman spectrometers, imaging cameras, transceivers, and more. The company offers custom development services for photonics solutions in optical communication, network technology, biotechnology, automotive, and aerospace sectors. It holds AEO and ISO 9001:2015 international quality certifications.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coherent Corp. |
23.2%
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| 2 | Komachine Inc. |
16.1%
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| 3 | LIGHTMACHINERY, INC. |
13.4%
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| 4 | Photonic Solutions Ltd |
12.5%
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| 5 | PhotoMachining, Inc. |
11.6%
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| 6 | AMS Technologies AG |
9.8%
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| 7 | Laser 2000 |
7.1%
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| 8 | Carl Zeiss AG |
6.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the excimer laser page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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Germany
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2 | 33.3% |
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United States of America
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1 | 16.7% |
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Republic of Korea
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1 | 16.7% |
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Canada
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1 | 16.7% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 16.7% |
