Laser Discussion Group

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Hello, It would be super useful to hear from those who might have previously rented, or those who actively rent their laser units for projects on the East Coast. Simple details like: type of units available, rates, scheduling parameters and/or contact info for follow-up. But also super curious about any special insurance or technical safety parameters.

Many thanks! 

Sari Uricheck

Acanthus, NYC

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Greetings Adam, Holly, Eve, Colleen, and the AIC community,

I think an introductory talk about lasers and the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers (and their applications) would be extremely beneficial for those of us who are considering using this procedure in our projects. 
In my case, I am researching and learning about this tool, but having information from professionals who have already used it and knowing their opinion would be invaluable.
Thank you very much for the opportunity.

Rodrigo Correa Salas, Conservator
Musical Instrument Museum

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Hi Rodrigo,

As a starting point I would recommend having a look at the introductory videos available in the Laser Discussion Group Library. These include: 'Introduction to Lasers and Laser Cleaning', 'Nd:YAG Laser Cleaning', 'Er:YAG Laser Cleaning' and 'Laser Safety in Conservation'. There is also a useful bibliography. The videos were put together in advance of the Laser Cleaning workshop held at the AIC conference in Salt Lake City in 2024 and provide an excellent starting point. I agree that hearing from other professionals who use/have used laser cleaning is invaluable - the type of projects, reasons for using laser cleaning, cleaning protocols, what worked well, what didn't etc. Hopefully, this discussion group will provide an ideal platform for conservators worldwide to share their experiences informally.

Thanks,

Martin

Greetings Adam, Holly, Eve, Colleen, and the AIC community,

I think an introductory talk about lasers and the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers (and their applications) would be extremely beneficial for those of us who are considering using this procedure in our projects. 
In my case, I am researching and learning about this tool, but having information from professionals who have already used it and knowing their opinion would be invaluable.
Thank you very much for the opportunity.

Rodrigo Correa Salas, Conservator
Musical Instrument Museum

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Hi Rodrigo,

As a starting point I would recommend having a look at the introductory videos available in the Laser Discussion Group Library. These include: 'Introduction to Lasers and Laser Cleaning', 'Nd:YAG Laser Cleaning', 'Er:YAG Laser Cleaning' and 'Laser Safety in Conservation'. There is also a useful bibliography. The videos were put together in advance of the Laser Cleaning workshop held at the AIC conference in Salt Lake City in 2024 and provide an excellent starting point. I agree that hearing from other professionals who use/have used laser cleaning is invaluable - the type of projects, reasons for using laser cleaning, cleaning protocols, what worked well, what didn't etc. Hopefully, this discussion group will provide an ideal platform for conservators worldwide to share their experiences informally.

Thanks,

Martin

Greetings Adam, Holly, Eve, Colleen, and the AIC community,

I think an introductory talk about lasers and the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers (and their applications) would be extremely beneficial for those of us who are considering using this procedure in our projects. 
In my case, I am researching and learning about this tool, but having information from professionals who have already used it and knowing their opinion would be invaluable.
Thank you very much for the opportunity.

Rodrigo Correa Salas, Conservator
Musical Instrument Museum

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Thanks for comments Sari and Rodrigo! Sari, I think that other colleagues who have more experience with renting lasers will respond to your specific question soon. Rodrigo, we're glad to know that you've been reviewing the introductory videos and that they have been helpful. We're hoping to have a webinar before too long that will present some case studies to help illustrate the differences between the two and how they have been applied to different cleaning problems. Please stay tuned for information about that. We are also chose talks for the AIC session on lasers, which showcase the use of different laser types. They will be Thursday, April 30th from 9AM to 10AM, if you are able to attend in-person or on-line. 

Please keep your questions and interests coming!

Best,

Holly

Hi Rodrigo,

As a starting point I would recommend having a look at the introductory videos available in the Laser Discussion Group Library. These include: 'Introduction to Lasers and Laser Cleaning', 'Nd:YAG Laser Cleaning', 'Er:YAG Laser Cleaning' and 'Laser Safety in Conservation'. There is also a useful bibliography. The videos were put together in advance of the Laser Cleaning workshop held at the AIC conference in Salt Lake City in 2024 and provide an excellent starting point. I agree that hearing from other professionals who use/have used laser cleaning is invaluable - the type of projects, reasons for using laser cleaning, cleaning protocols, what worked well, what didn't etc. Hopefully, this discussion group will provide an ideal platform for conservators worldwide to share their experiences informally.

Thanks,

Martin

Greetings Adam, Holly, Eve, Colleen, and the AIC community,

I think an introductory talk about lasers and the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers (and their applications) would be extremely beneficial for those of us who are considering using this procedure in our projects. 
In my case, I am researching and learning about this tool, but having information from professionals who have already used it and knowing their opinion would be invaluable.
Thank you very much for the opportunity.

Rodrigo Correa Salas, Conservator
Musical Instrument Museum

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers

Thanks for comments Sari and Rodrigo! Sari, I think that other colleagues who have more experience with renting lasers will respond to your specific question soon. Rodrigo, we're glad to know that you've been reviewing the introductory videos and that they have been helpful. We're hoping to have a webinar before too long that will present some case studies to help illustrate the differences between the two and how they have been applied to different cleaning problems. Please stay tuned for information about that. We are also chose talks for the AIC session on lasers, which showcase the use of different laser types. They will be Thursday, April 30th from 9AM to 10AM, if you are able to attend in-person or on-line. 

Please keep your questions and interests coming!

Best,

Holly

Hi Rodrigo,

As a starting point I would recommend having a look at the introductory videos available in the Laser Discussion Group Library. These include: 'Introduction to Lasers and Laser Cleaning', 'Nd:YAG Laser Cleaning', 'Er:YAG Laser Cleaning' and 'Laser Safety in Conservation'. There is also a useful bibliography. The videos were put together in advance of the Laser Cleaning workshop held at the AIC conference in Salt Lake City in 2024 and provide an excellent starting point. I agree that hearing from other professionals who use/have used laser cleaning is invaluable - the type of projects, reasons for using laser cleaning, cleaning protocols, what worked well, what didn't etc. Hopefully, this discussion group will provide an ideal platform for conservators worldwide to share their experiences informally.

Thanks,

Martin

Greetings Adam, Holly, Eve, Colleen, and the AIC community,

I think an introductory talk about lasers and the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers (and their applications) would be extremely beneficial for those of us who are considering using this procedure in our projects. 
In my case, I am researching and learning about this tool, but having information from professionals who have already used it and knowing their opinion would be invaluable.
Thank you very much for the opportunity.

Rodrigo Correa Salas, Conservator
Musical Instrument Museum

Hello and Welcome, once again, to the Laser Discussion Group,

We are looking forward to some great talks during the Laser Cleaning Applications for Conservation session at the AIC meeting this Spring. 

In the meantime, as we plan for other meetings, webinars or talks, we're interested in what laser-related topics interest you? For example, are you hoping for an introductory talk on lasers, are you curious about the difference between NdYAG and ErYAG lasers or, perhaps, you'd just like to see some case studies? Please respond to this discussion thread with potential topics you'd like to see covered.

Please also feel free to use this forum to share your current laser cleaning projects. We'd love to see images of what you're working on now!

Many thanks,
Adam, Holly, Eve and Colleen
LDG Officers