ORLANDO - Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:LASE), a prominent developer of industrial laser systems, has announced receiving an order from the Pima Air & Space Museum for its CleanTech LPC-1000-CTHS laser cleaning system. The system is designed for the conservation of historical artifacts, providing a non-damaging method to maintain objects in their original state.
The Pima Air & Space Museum, which showcases a significant portion of the United States' aviation history, plans to utilize the CleanTech system to preserve its extensive collection. This collection includes a variety of aircraft from different eras, such as World War II and 1950s-era planes, as well as aerial firefighting airtankers and aircraft from various demonstration teams.
Laser Photonics' CEO, Wayne Tupuola, highlighted the growing adoption of laser cleaning technology in the field of conservation, citing its cost accessibility and effectiveness across diverse materials. The technology is seen as an ideal solution for historic preservation, aligning with the museum's mission of aerospace education through the preservation and presentation of flight history.
The Pima Air & Space Museum, established in 1976, is one of the world's largest aviation museums, with over 425 aircraft on display across 80 acres and six hangars. In addition to the aircraft, the museum's collection boasts over 125,000 small artifacts, including archives and a photo collection that spans from 1903 to the present day. The museum attracts over 190,000 visitors each year.
Laser Photonics positions itself as a disruptor in the surface cleaning market, aiming to replace traditional sand and abrasive blasting methods with its laser technologies. The company serves a range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, defense, and shipbuilding, and is known for its commitment to addressing health, safety, and environmental concerns associated with older cleaning methods.
This order is part of a broader trend where institutions are increasingly turning to advanced technologies for the preservation of historical artifacts. The information for this article is based on a press release statement from Laser Photonics Corporation.
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