Clean tools, increased productivity

Safe Laser Cleaning for High-Quality Molds and Industrial Tools

Precision Cleaning for Molds and Industrial Tools

Residues in molds, nozzles, and tool contours caused by resins, additives, release agents, or thermal effects directly impact product quality. Cycle times increase, surface defects multiply, and process stability drops. At the same time, the sensitive structures of molds and tools must be protected, as even the slightest changes in geometry can influence the final product.
Traditional cleaning methods often put immense stress on the materials. Chemical cleaners attack surfaces or leave toxic residues, abrasive blasting causes wear and alters contours, and dry ice cleaning remains imprecise in fine areas while generating large amounts of CO₂. Such methods cause additional wear, increase maintenance efforts, require time-consuming dismantling, and can significantly shorten the lifespan of the tools.
Laser cleaning enables the selective and gentle removal of deposits – completely dry, chemical-free, and absolutely non-abrasive. Even the finest structures and textured surfaces can be cleaned with micrometric precision without altering the base material or geometry. Furthermore, cleaning can often be performed directly on the machine (in situ). This extends the lifespan of your molds, increases the quality of the manufactured parts, and massively reduces production downtime.

  • Plastic, rubber, and polymer residues
  • Release agents and resin layers
  • Oxidation deposits and heat tinting
  • Baked-on oil and lubricant films
  • Combustion and varnish residues
  • Injection molds for plastics and rubber
  • Extrusion tools and dies
  • Nozzles, matrices, and core pins
  • Molds for glass and composite materials
  • Anilox rollers and printing cylinders
  • Embossing and forming tools
  • Productivity: Significantly reduced downtime
  • Precision: Micrometer-precise removal without damaging the base material
  • Dry: Free from chemicals, abrasives, or water
  • Flexible: Cleaning possible directly on the machine without dismantling
  • Sustainable: Lower CO₂ emissions and no secondary waste
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No abrasion🟢🟠🔴🟠
No dismantling🟢🔴🔴🟢
Precision🟢🟠🔴🟠
CO₂ Footprint🟢🔴🔴🔴

🟢 Excellent • 🟠 Average • 🔴 Disadvantageous

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Molds & Tools

Can all tool materials be cleaned with the laser?

Yes, whether the tools are made of steel, aluminum, glass, or composite materials, the laser removes only the surface contamination and leaves the base material unaffected.

In many cases, we can perform the cleaning directly on the machine while it is still installed, saving time and minimizing downtime.

Absolutely not. The deposits are removed with micrometer precision without altering the geometry, rounding the edges, or affecting the surface structure.

Yes, laser cleaning eliminates the need to purchase consumables or dispose of toxic waste. Furthermore, production downtime is massively reduced. Learn more.

No, the laser operates dry. Vaporized particles are extracted directly at the source and securely contained in high-performance filters.

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