LPKF Laser & Electronics AG is a highly specialized mechanical engineering company. Design and manufacture laser systems. A typical application for these systems is in the production of electronic components. Since these components need to be built into smaller and more compact devices – such as smartphones – the utilization of high-precision laser beams as tools is becoming increasingly relevant.

LPKF has pioneered the use of lasers in micro material processing. Since their formation in 1976, they have created entirely new markets with their innovative ideas. Today, their technology is deployed in a wide range of industries – such as in the electronics sector, where LPKF systems are used to design or separate circuit boards. The automotive industry uses LPKF lasers for particulate-free welding of sensors or taillights. Solar cell manufacturers boost the efficiency of their modules by deploying LPKF laser scribers. Most recently, they started offering a laser-based glass processing method for microelectronics and a digital printing process for functional pastes.

In many areas, the superior precision offered by laser technology is replacing traditional techniques, thus paving the way for more intelligent, digital production. They have used their knowledge and experience in the field of laser technology to acquire leadership in all of our markets. This is why they invest around 10% of their revenue into research and development every single year.

LPKF is headquartered in Garbsen near Hannover, Germany. They maintain a broad-based global presence, with a workforce of 700 based at sites in Europe, Asia and the US. The export share was around 86% in the 2016 financial year. The shares of LPKF Laser & Electronics AG are listed on the Prime Standard segment of Deutsche Börse.