Altus, Danutek Expand Partnership with LPKF to Offer Laser Plastic Welding Solutions
May 21, 2025 | Altus GroupEstimated reading time: 2 minutes
Altus Group, a leading supplier of capital equipment and service support for the electronics manufacturing sector in the UK and Ireland, and its sister company Danutek, which serves Central and Eastern Europe, are expanding their technology offering through an enhanced partnership with LPKF, a specialist in laser-based manufacturing solutions. Following the success of their collaboration on depaneling systems, the companies will now support LPKF’s high-precision laser plastic welding technology across their respective regions.
LPKF's laser plastic welding technology is a highly precise and environmentally friendly solution for joining plastic components, offering a clean, repeatable process that does not involve solvents, chemicals, or mechanical stress. It works by passing a laser beam through a laser-transparent upper plastic layer that is then absorbed by a lower layer, creating a controlled weld. The technology creates joints as strong as the material itself with clean finishes and completely sealed, precise weld seams.
The partnership expansion comes when the market is seeing an increased adoption of laser-based technologies across manufacturing sectors. LPKF's continued technological advancements have positioned them as pioneers, offering cutting-edge solutions that address growing industry demands for precision, reliability, and sustainability.
Richard Booth, Founder and Chairman of Altus Group and Danutek said: "LPKF is a high-quality supplier, and we have been very impressed with their support and infrastructure for PCB laser depaneling. This has enabled our team to achieve early success in identifying and implementing projects across our region and to build significant confidence in our partnership.
“Expanding our relationship into another exciting business unit is a natural progression. With laser plastic welding, LPKF already has established connections with many of our existing customers and many references we can build upon. We anticipate the same success with this product line as we've experienced with their depaneling solutions."
The technology is compatible with a wide range of thermoplastic materials, making it versatile for various applications. LPKF offers several system configurations, from standalone workstations to fully integrated production solutions, allowing manufacturers to select the ideal setup for their specific requirements.
A key advantage of LPKF's systems is their integrated online process monitoring capability, ensuring continuous quality assurance throughout production. This flexibility and monitoring capability give manufacturers greater control over their joining processes while maintaining consistent quality.
As part of this expanded offering, Altus and Danutek will provide local service support, building on their successful track record of assisting customers with LPKF's laser depaneling products. The teams will be equipped with the necessary training and expertise to offer first-line support, pre-sales activities, and raise awareness of the benefits of laser plastic welding technology.
Boban Stepanovic, Sales Director at LPKF, said: "This is an exciting step forward for LPKF. We have developed remarkable technology for the market, and partnering with companies like Altus Group and Danutek will give us additional bandwidth to share our innovations with a wider audience. We are strongly aligned in our commitment to high-quality pre-sales support and customer education, which helps mitigate customer risk and ensures long-term success. Having partners so focused on aftersales support can only enhance our reputation going forward."
By adding LPKF's laser plastic welding technology to their portfolio, Altus and Danutek continue to expand their ability to meet diverse manufacturing needs across the UK, Ireland, and Central and Eastern Europe.
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