What is BS EN 1011-6- Laser beam welding about?
BS EN 1011-6 is the sixth part in the series that gives general guidance for laser beam welding and associated processes of metallic materials in all forms of product. (e.g. cast, wrought, extruded, forged).
BS EN 1011-6 is applicable to laser beam processing of metallic materials and also to some extent for non-metallic materials.
Note: Permissible design stresses, methods of testing, and inspection levels are not included in BS EN 1011-6 because they depend on the service conditions of the fabrication.
Who is BS EN 1011-6- Laser beam welding for?
BS EN 1011-6 on laser beam welding metallic materials applicable to:
- Laser beam welding equipment manufacturers
- Construction, automotive, mechanical industries
- Manufacturers of aircraft & aerospace industry
- Manufacturers of pressure vessels
- Shipbuilding industry
- Fabricators and welders
Why should you use BS EN 1011-6-Laser beam welding?
Laser beam welding is a type of fusion welding in which two metal pieces are joined together using a laser. The laser beam acts as a concentrated heat source, directing it into the cavity between the two metal pieces to be joined. However, laser beam welding is a complex process that requires detailed process control.
BS EN 1011-6 gives general guidance for the satisfactory production and control of welding and associated processes and details of some of the possible detrimental phenomena that can occur, with advice on methods by which they can be avoided. It is generally applicable to laser beam processing of metallic materials and also to some extent for non-metallic materials.
BS EN 1011-6 is useful regardless of the type of fabrication involved, although the relevant product standard, structural code, or design specification can have additional requirements.
BS EN 1011-6 thus helps demonstrate that your laser beam welding processes meet the required levels of safety and performance.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 1011-6:2018 supersedes BS EN 1011-6:2005, which is withdrawn. The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
- The normative references and bibliography have been updated
- Subclause 12.3 (Assembling and fixtures) has been modified
- Fibre laser has been added in Annex A (Equipment)