Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC) (NASDAQ: LASE), an emerging global leader in industrial laser systems across multiple high-growth markets, today unveiled its ambitious growth strategy for 2025, emphasizing innovation, strategic investments and market expansion.
John Armstrong, Executive Vice President of LPC commented:
"With a strong foundation laid in 2024, we're entering 2025 with clear momentum and an unwavering focus on growth. The progress we made last year - strengthening our position in core markets and breaking into high-potential segments, sets the stage for what we believe will be transformative advancements. From leveraging synergies with our CMS acquisition to scaling our cutting-edge products like CleanTech, we're poised to redefine what's possible in industrial laser technology. As we look ahead, LPC is committed to delivering value through relentless innovation, improved operational excellence and strategic expansion – we are determined to lead the way in industrial laser solutions."
CMS Acquisition Delivers Early Wins and Long-Term Potential
LPC's acquisition of Control Micro Systems (CMS) in late 2024 for $1.0 million is already proving to be a strategic triumph. Within just a few months, LPC collected over $600,000 of CMS receivables and grew its order backlog to nearly $4.0 million. The addition of CMS employees, primarily in R&D and engineering, has strengthened LPC's innovation pipeline and created opportunities for synergy with existing product lines.
CMS has also opened doors to several high-growth markets, including medical and pharmaceutical laser systems, semiconductor manufacturing, and flat panel display technology. In the medical and pharmaceutical industry, CMS's laser systems address essential applications such as tablet drilling for time-release medications, laser marking for anti-counterfeiting measures and medical device tracking. These markets are expected to grow at over 10% CAGR over the next five years, offering resilience against economic downturns.
Moreover, CMS' custom laser systems, particularly in semiconductor and wire stripping, provide superior speed and efficiency. LPC sees significant upside potential from these under-invested product lines and is driving for increased revenue contribution in 2025 and beyond.
Accelerating Innovation in Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology
LPC is doubling down on its R&D efforts for the BlackStar laser wafer dicing product and CMS' semiconductor systems. BlackStar's superior performance, reducing material waste while integrating seamlessly with existing manufacturing processes, makes it a potential standout versus the competition. CMS' laser systems offer impressive cutting speeds and reliable performance with little to no waste or contamination.
These capabilities align perfectly with the surge in domestic semiconductor manufacturing fueled by the CHIPS and Science Act, which is expected to drive the construction of a large number of new semiconductor fabs over the next few years.
Driving Defense Innovation with LSAD
Building on the successful proof-of-concept testing of the Laser Shield Anti-Drone (LSAD), LPC is advancing its defense applications in 2025. The Company is actively pursuing grants, technology partnerships and development funding to accelerate LSAD's time to market. As federal, state and municipal governments prioritize securing critical infrastructure from hostile drones, LPC's innovative solutions are positioned to meet this urgent demand.
Expanding CleanTech Laser Cleaning Systems
LPC's CleanTech laser cleaning systems are seeing growing adoption across multiple industries. The increased adoption of the Company's technology reflects the increasing appeal of CleanTech's efficiency, cost savings and safety compared to traditional cleaning methods. Repeat business is also picking up, underscoring customer satisfaction. LPC plans to further enhance CleanTech by integrating advanced AI and robotic capabilities to improve automation and reduce human risk.
Continued M&A to Fuel Growth
Following the successful integration of CMS, LPC is committed to leveraging mergers and acquisitions to accelerate its growth strategy. Areas of interest include the expansion of manufacturing and distribution capabilities. The Company views strategic M&A as a cornerstone for introducing new product lines and strengthening its market position.
About Laser Photonics Corporation
Laser Photonics is a vertically integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and systems. Laser Photonics seeks to disrupt the $46 billion, centuries-old sand and abrasives blasting markets, focusing on surface cleaning, rust removal, corrosion control, de-painting and other laser-based industrial applications. Laser Photonics' new generation of leading-edge laser blasting technologies and equipment also addresses the numerous health, safety, environmental and regulatory issues associated with old methods. As a result, Laser Photonics has quickly gained a reputation as a leader in industrial laser systems with a brand that stands for quality, technology and product innovation. Currently, world-renowned and Fortune 1000 manufacturers in the aviation, automotive, defense, energy, maritime, nuclear, and space industries are using Laser Photonics' unique-to-industry systems. For more information, visit https://laserphotonics.com.
About CMS Laser
Control Micro Systems (CMS Laser), is a 40-year U.S. pioneer in software controls development for laser machines. Today, CMS Laser produces turnkey laser material processing systems for marking, cutting, drilling, welding, and more. Its cutting-edge laser systems are expertly engineered for high-precision applications in a wide range of industries and tailored to each client's unique manufacturing needs. CMS Laser specializes in developing laser systems for pharmaceutical, semiconductor, electronics, food and beverage, and other industries. For more information, visit CMS Laser, a Laser Photonics company, at https://cmslaser.com/.
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