The laser welding of plastics is increasingly finding its way into series production. Users are especially adopting the still relatively new technology, if there are specific requirements concerning the quality of the weld seam. Siemens VDO in the Swiss town of Rüthi has opted for laser welding with diode lasers as a means of fastening viewing glass for heavy-duty instruments which are primarily used in outdoor applications. Laser welding has as

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