ECLIPSE® LASER SYSTEMS
Portable Laser System
Bring Precision Laser Cleaning Directly to the Roll
Some anilox rolls are too large, too heavy or too disruptive to remove from the press for routine cleaning. The Eclipse Portable Laser System brings a 50-watt laser and patented circular scan technology directly to those rolls, giving converters an automated on-press cleaning option without sacrificing the precision of the process.
The system can also be configured for off-press cleaning. ARCS adapts the traverse and support structure to the press, roll position and available working space so the laser follows a stable, controlled path across the rotating roll.
SEE IT IN ACTION
Adaptable by Design
Watch the Portable Laser System go from a transportable set of components to a supported precision cleaning system directly at the roll.
This portable laser system is a practical cleaning platform designed around the equipment already in your pressroom.
PRIMARY ADVANTAGES
Clean Where the Work Happens
Reduce Roll Handling
On-press cleaning reduces the need to lift, transport and reinstall large or hard-to-access rolls. That can simplify maintenance and reduce the risk that comes with unnecessary roll handling.
Configure System Around the Press
Depending on the press and roll location, the traverse may be supported from the floor or secured to the press ends using an application-specific support arrangement. The system has been used on more than 50 presses, with each installation evaluated for access, stability, rotation and safety.
Same Circular Cleaning Technology
Portable does not mean less precise. The system uses the same patented circular scan approach as the R2000, distributing laser energy across a controlled path to remove residue without concentrating heat in a narrow line.
Restore Performance at the Source
Removing dried ink, adhesive or coating from deep within the cells helps recover usable cell volume, improve transfer and make target ink densities or coat weights easier to maintain.
ADAPTABILITY
Designed Around Your Press, Not the Other Way Around
ARCS evaluates the press and configures a support structure that keeps the traverse aligned with the roll. Depending on the application, that may include a floor-supported frame, supports secured to the press ends or a dedicated off-press station.
Once positioned, the laser head moves across the rotating roll at a controlled rate while the extraction system captures the removed contamination.
The result is an automated cleaning process that can reach rolls conventional off-press systems cannot easily accommodate.
Laser Classification
CLASS IV
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Safety beacon
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Class IV Performance with Controlled Operation
Because the Portable Laser System operates outside a fully enclosed cabinet, it is classified as a Class IV laser. Safe operation requires appropriate laser safety eyewear, controlled access to the work area, trained personnel and the procedures required for the facility and application.
The system includes a physical key switch, password-protected PLC and an automatic shutoff that stops the laser if the roll stops rotating. ARCS also works with the customer team to establish the equipment setup and operating procedures required for the installation.
Physical key switch
Password-protected PLC
Automatic shutoff if roll rotation stops
PATENTED CIRCULAR SCAN TECHNOLOGY
The Safest Laser System on the Market
A conventional linear scan travels back and forth across a narrow line. Where the beam slows, reverses or overlaps, energy can become concentrated.
The patented Eclipse scan moves in a circular pattern as the roll rotates. This controlled movement distributes the laser energy across the surface and prevents the localized hot spots associated with repeated linear overlap.
Our circular scanning spreads laser energy across a controlled path for consistent cleaning without hot-spot damage.
System Features
Portable Equipment with
Production-Level Capability
Laser and Cleaning Performance
- 50-watt Class IV laser system
- Patented circular laser scan technology
- Approximate cleaning speed of 2-6 inches (51-152 mm) per minute
- Adjustable laser pulse frequency, roll RPM, scan speed and number of cleaning cycles
- Laser-assisted focus
Roll Capacity and Utilities
- Handles rolls and sleeves from 4-10 inches (102-254 mm) in diameter and up to 110 inches (2794 mm) in length
- Sustainable technology = no chemicals, cleaning media, compressed air or water required.
- Requires a 110V electrical supply
- Configurable for on-press or off-press cleaning
- Used on over 50 presses & counting
Controls and Monitoring
- Automatic laser shutoff if the roll stops rotating
- Physical key switch and password-protected PLC
- Beacon and audible indicators for cycle start and completion
- Airflow and filter monitoring, including filter-replacement indicator
- Filtered extraction for material removed during cleaning
Warranty and Support
- One-year warranty
- Response to warranty or service issues within 24-48 hours (in most cases)
- USB connection for software updates and remote diagnostics through a connected laptop
- Engineered, assembled and supported in the United States
Applications
A Practical Answer for Hard-to-Remove Rolls
The Portable Laser System is especially well suited to wide rolls, heavy rolls, sleeves and rolls located where removal creates substantial downtime or handling difficulty.
It can remove dried ink, adhesives, coatings and other stubborn contamination without abrasive media or liquid cleaning chemicals.
For operations with several press designs, ARCS can also evaluate how the portable platform may be configured across the facility rather than assuming every press requires the same support arrangement.
DRIED INKS
COATINGS
ADHESIVES
RESIDUES
BRING US YOUR CHALLENGES
Let’s Look at Your Press Setup
The best Portable Laser setup starts with the roll and the equipment around it. Share your press model, roll dimensions and access conditions with ARCS, and our team can help determine the right traverse and support approach for your application.
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