Deployment of High-Power Pulsed Narran Lasers at Aker Solutions
Aker Solutions uses Narran laser cleaning systems for maintenance and surface preparation in demanding offshore and industrial environments.
The delivery was sized for heavy-duty operation, high safety requirements, and stable process control.
Scope of Delivery
The project included the delivery of three laser cleaning systems. The configuration was selected to combine maximum performance with operational flexibility in a demanding offshore environment.
- 2× 2000 W pulsed industrial system – mobile industrial design for heavy-duty operation
- 1× mobile system – for service interventions and local work
Key Parameters
Process settings are selected based on coating type, layer thickness, and the required outcome (surface cleanliness, profile, NDT preparation).
Typical Applications
- offshore maintenance of steel structures in marine environments
- surface preparation before repainting
- cleaning of threads and functional surfaces
- cleaning of precision parts and mechanical components
- NDT preparation (paint/coating removal prior to inspection)
Why Pulsed 2000 W and High Pulse Energy
High pulse energy improves efficiency when removing thick and multi-layer coating systems, corrosion including deeper oxide layers, and local contamination on welds, threads, and functional surfaces.
The process is dry—no abrasive media and no chemicals—with good repeatability and process control.
Result: shorter service times, less waste, and lower logistical burden.
Economics and ROI
In offshore environments, waste handling is critical. Abrasive blasting and chemical stripping generate large volumes of contaminated waste and increase disposal costs as well as HSE risks.
- minimal waste (in practice mainly the removed material)
- no abrasive media and no chemicals
- lower environmental disposal costs
- on-site work possible without extensive supporting infrastructure
Implementation and Safety
- application and performance measurements
- operator training for laser systems
- maintenance and service personnel training
- laser safety training per applicable standards
- training of a responsible person in the role of Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
What this reference confirms
- The technology is suitable for critical applications in energy and offshore industries
- High-pulse-energy laser systems effectively handle thick, multi-layer coatings and corrosion
- Laser cleaning delivers measurable operational savings by minimizing waste and reducing downtime
- Implementation is built on measurements, training, and safety, including the Laser Safety Officer (LSO) role