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Bill Ertle to Speak at International Conference on Handheld Laser Beam Welding 2026

Rockwell Laser Industries is proud to announce that President Bill Ertle will be a featured speaker at the International Conference on Handheld Laser Beam Welding 2026, taking place June 25–26, 2026, in Edmonton, Canada. This global event brings together leading experts from industry, research, and standards organizations to explore the latest advancements in handheld laser beam welding (HLBW), one of the fastest-growing technologies that is transforming modern fabrication. Attendees will gain insight into real-world applications, safety practices, process optimization, and the evolving standards shaping the future of laser welding.

As a recognized leader in laser safety and innovation, Rockwell Laser Industries is honored to contribute to this important technical exchange. Bill’s presentation will reflect the company’s commitment to advancing safe, effective laser technologies, and supporting the industry’s continued growth. The conference will also feature live demonstrations, technical sessions, and networking opportunities with manufacturers, engineers, and other leaders in hand-held welding from around the world.

Introducing Our New Dry-Erase Laser Warning Sign

Rockwell Laser Industries is pleased to introduce a new Class 4 Laser Warning sign made of Dry-Erase material. The sign is pre-printed with prompts for OD, Wavelength, Laser, Average Power, and Laser Safety Officer.

The sign is 10" x 14", and meets all requirements as outlined in ANSI Z136.1 "For Safe Use of Lasers"

For more information regarding our new Dry-Erase Laser Warning Sign, please contact an RLI sales representative via email or by calling +1 (513) 272-9900.
 

About the Newest Edition of the ANSI Z136.3

The newest edition of the ANSI Z136.3 American National Standard of Laser Safety in Health Care is nationally recognized as the definitive document on laser safety in all health care environments, providing guidance for the safe use of lasers for diagnostic, cosmetic, preventative and therapeutic applications where bodily structure or function is altered or symptoms are relieved.

This standard is applicable to any location where a health care laser system (HCLS) is used as a medical device, including hospital facilities, ambulatory surgery centers, individual medical, dental and veterinarian offices, and non-medical locations, such as salons and spas.

Extensively revised to reflect current thinking and practice, updates to the Z136.3-2024 include:

• Harmonization with the ANSI Z136.1 "Safe Use of Lasers".
• Clarification concerning signage.
• Updates to the informative appendices.
• Updated references to International Standards.

For more information regarding this Standard, please contact us via email or call us at +1 (513) 272-9900.