Laser solutions for automotive manufacturing
Automotive laser processing
Reduces fabric fraying
Our CO2 lasers cut automotive textiles at high speed, melting and sealing the edge of the material.
No loss or damage to metal
Our CO2 lasers ablate busbar or hairpin coatings without damage or loss of metal, and with minimal downtime or tooling.
Laser precision for robot applications
Robot repeatability and laser precision ensure superior part quality.
Laser cutting, drilling, ablating and marking automotive parts
How laser automotive processing drives modern manufacturing
The automotive industry utilises a diverse range of organic materials, including plastics, composites, textiles, leather, glass and rubber. From the smallest interior trim components to large pillars and bumpers, from windows, windscreen wipers and door seals to seatbelts and airbags, CO2 lasers can replace conventional tools throughout the manufacturing process.
As new automotive technology emerges, such as the current rapid advancements in e-mobility, lasers are increasingly utilised to assist product development and manufacture. Processes include cutting, drilling, ablation and marking of automative parts.
Lasers are often used in conjunction with robot systems; productivity and throughput can be improved with automated robot cells performing multiple laser processes. Laser systems produce consistent quality and low rejection rates, and adapt easily to new designs.
Stable, high-performance laser cutting for automation
Automated 3D laser cutting: fast, precise, and reliable
Robotic CO₂ laser cutting enables high-speed processing of plastics and other non-metal 3D automotive parts, including dashboards, door panels, A/B pillars, leather, rubber, and textiles. The flexible system handles complex geometries with precision, outperforming traditional methods such as waterjet and routing.
Compact, lightweight laser sources with Ceramicore® technology integrate easily into robotic production lines, supporting 24/7 automation. The sealed ceramic design prevents contamination and power loss, ensuring long-term stability and consistent cutting quality.
With efficient beam delivery and fast response times, the system delivers high-quality finishes across a wide range of materials. Tailor-made solutions allow seamless integration into existing automation, helping you increase productivity and reduce production costs.
Our CO2 lasers trim plastic headlamp housings to remove injection molding waste
Laser cut plastics and polymers for automotive applications
To reduce the weight of vehicles and improve mileage, an increasing number of durable plastics and polymer parts are used in automotive production. Ceramicore® and Duralife® laser robot cutting cells produce 3D plastic and polymer parts with superior edge quality, accuracy and consistency.
Integrate our CO2 laser into robot cells or automated production lines to laser cut the following types of plastics:
- Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO)
- Polypropylene
- Polyester (PET)
- Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
- Polyethylene
- Nylon
- Acrylic
Our CO2 lasers ablate automotive surfaces
Laser surface preparation of automotive parts
Improved bonding—clean, precise, reliable
Laser processing prepares smooth or coated surfaces for strong, reliable bonding by selectively removing coatings or creating controlled roughness—without damaging the base material. Fast, precise, and fully controllable, the process eliminates chemicals and tooling, enabling flexible production and quick design changes.
Proven in automotive applications, lasers are widely used to prepare painted plastic parts for bonding and to remove overspray from components such as bumpers, panels, and spoilers.
Recommended products: SR series, OEM series, Destiny, Infinity
Discover your laser solution for automotive processing.
Our CO2 lasers cut & drill rubber
Laser rubber cutting & drilling
Accurate cutting and drilling—without wear or downtime
Laser processing enables high-precision cutting and drilling of rubber and silicone components. The non-contact process eliminates tool wear, ensuring consistent quality and higher production efficiency.
Ideal for laser drilling holes in rubber car door seals, cutting material for windscreen blades, gaskets, and other automotive and industrial components.
Recommended products: SR series, OEM series, MULTISCAN®, Destiny, Infinity
Our CO2 lasers cut textiles
Laser textile cutting
Fast, flexible textile cutting with clean edges
Laser cutting delivers precise, high-speed processing of automotive textiles—from interior trim to upholstery and safety components. Complex 3D shapes can be cut accurately, even along contours, reducing material waste.
The non-contact process ensures consistent quality without distortion. At the same time, the laser seals fabric edges, minimizing fraying and eliminating additional finishing steps.
Recommended products: Duralife® range, Infinity, Destiny
Our CO2 lasers cut airbag fabric
Laser airbag processing
Reliable airbag processing—safe, precise, and efficient
Laser trimming ensures consistent, high-quality processing of both flat woven and one-piece airbags. The non-contact process minimizes fabric handling, protecting sensitive silicone coatings and maintaining the integrity of critical safety components while reducing material waste.
Laser scoring enables precisely controlled tear lines in automotive dashboards and door panels. These structures are engineered to meet tight tolerances, ensuring reliable airbag deployment in the event of a collision. Applied on the reverse side, the process delivers full functionality without any visible impact on interior design.
Recommended products: SCX 35, OEM series
Our CO2 lasers enable key battery processes
