Welding Journal

Handheld laser welding (HHLW) systems have garnered significant interest in the welding industry due to their high productivity, ease of setup and use, reduced training requirements, and lower cost. These advantages and others help to alleviate some of the pressure brought on by the industry’s skilled labor gap. Some systems are claimed to weld up to four times faster than gas tungsten arc welding, requiring minimal material preparation and postfinishing. Other benefits of HHLW include higher throughput, less postw..