Futonics thulium fiber lasers are suitable for the precise and contact-free cutting of plastic films and thin polymer materials. Emitting in the 2 µm wavelength range, the laser radiation is efficiently absorbed by many plastics. This enables films to be cut quickly, cleanly and with a high degree of control, without mechanical contact and without additional cutting tools.

The process is particularly suitable for applications where thin plastic films need to be separated precisely without damaging underlying materials, packaging or products. Typical areas of application include packaging technology, logistics, automated film removal, food packaging, technical films, medical packaging and industrial polymer processing.

Advantages over mechanical cutting

In warehouses, packaging facilities and industrial production processes, plastic films are often removed manually using knives or mechanical cutting tools. This creates a risk of damaging primary packaging, cardboard boxes or the product itself. Especially with large-format packaging, palletized goods or sensitive products, this process can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

Laser cutting of plastic films with Futonics lasers provides an automated, contact-free and reproducible alternative. Since no mechanical blade acts on the packaging, the film can be cut selectively while the underlying materials remain unaffected. This increases process reliability and reduces the risk of product damage during opening or film removal.

Why 2 µm thulium fiber lasers are suitable for plastic films

Controlled energy delivery is essential when laser cutting plastic films. The laser radiation must be sufficiently absorbed by the film without unnecessarily heating adjacent materials. Thulium fiber lasers in the 2 µm range offer a suitable combination of high beam quality, stable output power and precise process control.

Futonics laser systems enable narrow cutting lines, high cutting speeds and easy integration into automated systems. Contact-free processing reduces tool wear and allows reproducible processes in industrial manufacturing, packaging and logistics environments.

Typical applications

• Cutting of plastic films
• Automated removal of packaging films
• Opening of transport and protective films
• Processing of food packaging
• Cutting of technical polymer films
• Film processing in packaging systems
• Precise separation of thin plastic materials
• Integration into automated handling systems

Advantages of film cutting with Futonics lasers

• Contact-free cutting without mechanical stress
• Reduced risk of product damage during film removal
• High cutting speed and increased process efficiency
• No knives, blades or mechanical cutting tools required
• Lower tool wear and reduced maintenance
• Precise cutting of thin plastic and polymer films
• Suitable for automated packaging and logistics processes
• Easy integration into industrial systems and OEM platforms
• Reproducible results through stable laser power and high beam quality

Automated film removal in packaging processes

One specific application is the automated removal of plastic films from packaged goods, pallets or product shipments. Futonics lasers can be integrated into automated systems to open or remove packaging films precisely without damaging the primary packaging or the product.

In cooperation with partners such as LMS Development Concept and a German engineering company, solutions for automated film removal have been developed, including applications in the food industry and other industrial sectors.

Technical consulting for laser cutting of plastic films

Whether a plastic film can be cut with a 2 µm thulium fiber laser depends on the material, film thickness, absorption behavior, cutting speed, distance to the product and automation requirements. Futonics supports you in evaluating your application and selecting a suitable laser module for packaging technology, logistics, industrial systems or OEM platforms.

 

 

Images and videos were kindly provided by LMS Development Concept.

 

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