Contracting

LASE supplies a high quality laser cladding and laser 

hardening service, both in house and on site. Where the size of the component prohibits

 transportation we will bring the equipment and expertise to you. 

Consultancy

With over 40 years of experience in the fields of advanced surface coatings and laser materials processing, LASE is perfectly positioned to provide expert consultancy to customers in the laser materials processing industry. 

Equipment

LASE will work with you to specify, build and integrate bespoke laser equipment to meet your requirements. 

With experience in laser processing and machine integration we are well placed to design and build laser cladding and hardening machines to meet your needs.

Meet The Team:

Managing Director: Dr Terry Lester

With a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a PhD in Surface Engineering, Terry has over 35 years experience of the engineering and corrosion control applications of thermal spraying and of designing and manufacturing thermal spraying equipment for surface engineering, He is a former Chairman of the UK Thermal Spraying and Surface Engineering Association and the UK representative on the relevant European and International standards committees.

Technical Director: Dr Sam Lester

With a degree in Materials Science and Engineering and an Engineering Doctorate in Materials Science, Sam has worked on laser cladding in the steel industry for 5 years, specialising in the process and materials development of laser cladding and laser hardening. In this time he has developed a strong understanding of the laser cladding process, especially in materials selection and parameter development for various applications.

Operations Director: Ben Lester

An expert in CAD design and CNC Programming, Ben's responsibilities include programming the robotic equipment, running the machines and co ordinating the workshop.