The Hive™ Laser Cladding System

High-End Performance in a Compact Design

Hornet Laser Cladding, innovation never stands still. We introduce The Hive™, our latest development: a compact, laser-safe cladding system built to meet the fast-paced demands of modern manufacturing.

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Engineered for production environments that demand reliability and flexibility , The Hive™ packs all the performance of a high-end laser cladding system into a space-efficient, easy-to-install unit

One of the biggest strengths of The Hive™ is Flexibility. It makes scaling production easier especially across multiple locations.

The Hive™ supports all the cladding options you need:

  • Conventional laser cladding
  • EHLA (Extreme High-Speed Laser Cladding)
  • Internal cladding

This makes it a smart solution for companies that serve multiple industries or require a system that can adapt as needs evolve.

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Who is it for?

The Hive™ is the ideal choice for companies working with either:

  • Small to medium-sized parts
  • Medium to high production volumes
  • Multi-site or international operations

If your business relies on high-precision surface technology, The Hive™ has the versatility and power to keep you ahead.

Flexible Control Options

The Hive™ is available in two sizes and can be configured with either Cartesian or robotic control, depending on your production needs. Whether you choose the precision of a Cartesian system or the complete flexibility of a robotic solution, The Hive™ delivers seamlessly integrated motion control for your process.

Advanced Simplicity

The Hornet Difference

The Hive™ is equipped with all the benefits and unique technologies you expect from Hornet Laser Cladding.

  • Hornet class leading HMI
  • SimpliFlow™ powder hoppers
  • Hornet melt pool monitoring
  • OD cladding optics
  • The Stinger™ ID cladding optics (optional)

The Hive™ the platform enables faster installation, and process validation whilst ensuring process repeatability and reliability across global locations.

  • Fast commissioning
  • Lift & Shift relocation, if required
  • Safe operating environment due to fully interlocked laser safe enclosure
  • Integrated dust & fume extraction
  • Fastest delivery time
  • Loading from front or overhead
  • Simplified maintenance

Technical Specification

 

Model

Length (mm)

Diameter (mm)

Weight (kg)

Laser (kW)

Cladding Optic

Motion

Hive™-SC

1500

 800

1500

4

OD or ID

Cartesian

Hive™-C

3500

 800

3000

4

OD or ID

Cartesian

Hive™-SR

1500

 800

1500

4

OD or ID

Robot

Hive™-R

3500

800

3000

4

OD or ID

Robot

 

Cladding module 1500

Length 4750mm

Height 2400mm

Depth 2300mm

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Cladding module 3500

Length 6750mm

Height 2400mm

Depth 2300mm

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Peripheral module

Length 2570mm

Height 2190mm

Depth 1400mm

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