Handheld Laser Beam Welding
Handheld Laser Beam Welding (HLBW) is an exciting and promising
process that is relatively new for the welding and joining community.
The purpose of this document is to present general recommendations
and best practice examples for laser safety, education, qualification,
and material and metallurgical considerations related to HLBW.
This document was born out of necessity to ensure that this process
is performed in a safe manner overall.
This document should be used as a guideline for using HLBW in a safe
manner with a variety of weld joints and materials. It is anticipated
that it will be updated periodically with further considerations that are
yet to be found as the use of HLBW will continue to expand.
This document has been initiated and is supported by IIW, EWF and EWA
