IPG Photonics Showcases New and Innovative Laser Solutions at 2026 SPIE Photonics West Exhibition

Rhea-AI Summary

IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP) will exhibit new laser solutions at SPIE Photonics West in San Francisco, January 20-22, 2026. The 1,200-square-foot booth #1040 in Hall C showcases fiber and integrated laser technologies across cleaning, welding, cutting, micro‑machining, directed energy, medical, spectroscopy, and metrology.

Highlights include an 8 kW compact single‑mode laser (M2 < 1.1) finalist for the SPIE Prism Award; new nanosecond cleaning lasers (3 kW compact, 650 W air‑cooled); Deep UV 10 W pulsed module at 266 nm; pulsed green lasers; holmium, erbium and thulium medical lasers; femto‑COMB mid‑IR source; and high‑power directed energy and welding platforms up to 60 kW.

News Market Reaction

-3.66%

26 alerts

-3.66% News Effect

+2.8% Peak in 2 hr 22 min

-$137M Valuation Impact

$3.61B Market Cap

0.8x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, IPGP declined 3.66%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +2.8% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 26 alerts that day, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $137M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $3.61B at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Exhibition booth size: 1,200-square-foot Prism finalist laser: 8-kilowatt single-mode Cleaning laser source: 3-kilowatt +5 more

8 metrics

Exhibition booth size 1,200-square-foot IPG booth at 2026 SPIE Photonics West

Prism finalist laser 8-kilowatt single-mode Compact laser source nominated for 2026 SPIE Prism Award

Cleaning laser source 3-kilowatt High-power nanosecond laser for cleaning applications

Air-cooled cleaning module 650-watt High-pulse energy nanosecond laser module

Deep UV laser power 10 W Pulsed Deep UV module for semiconductor manufacturing

Directed energy laser 30-kilowatt Rack-integrated high-power single-mode laser for defense

High-power platform 60-kilowatt Rack-integrated laser source for manufacturing

Air-cooled laser module 500 W (5 kW peak) Single-mode laser module for low-heat materials processing

Market Reality Check

Price: $86.44 Vol: Volume 386,526 is modestl...

normal vol

$86.44 Last Close

Volume Volume 386,526 is modestly above the 20-day average of 322,795. normal

Technical Price 81.75 is trading above the 200-day MA at 74.39, showing a pre-news uptrend.

Peers on Argus

IPGP gained 2.15% with mixed peer moves: AMBA and FORM up, CAMT and ACLS down, A...

IPGP gained 2.15% with mixed peer moves: AMBA and FORM up, CAMT and ACLS down, AMKR down. This pattern points to stock-specific drivers rather than a unified sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Nov 06 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Nov 06	Defense expansion news	Positive	-2.0%	Opened Huntsville facility as headquarters for new IPG Defense business.
Nov 04	Q3 2025 earnings	Positive	-2.2%	Reported Q3 revenue and earnings growth with improved gross margin.
Oct 21	Earnings date notice	Neutral	+1.0%	Announced timing and access details for Q3 2025 earnings call.
Aug 27	Defense product debut	Positive	+0.6%	Debut of CROSSBOW MINI 3 kW laser defense system at DSEI UK 2025.
Aug 05	Leadership appointments	Positive	-3.6%	Announced five senior leadership appointments across key global functions.

Pattern Detected

Recent news and strategic updates have often been followed by mixed to negative single-day price reactions, even when the announcements were operationally positive.

Recent Company History

Over the last six months, IPG Photonics reported multiple operational and strategic milestones. Q3 2025 results on Nov 4, 2025 showed revenue growth and improved profitability, yet the stock fell 2.21% over the next day. Defense-related announcements, including the CROSSBOW™ debut on Sep 9–12, 2025 and the Huntsville, Alabama IPG Defense facility on Nov 6, 2025, also saw modest or negative reactions. Leadership strengthening on Aug 5, 2025 similarly coincided with a 3.65% decline, indicating that positive corporate news has not consistently driven near-term gains.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement showcases a wide slate of new laser platforms, from a finalist 8 kW single-mode so...

Analysis

This announcement showcases a wide slate of new laser platforms, from a finalist 8 kW single-mode source to 60-kilowatt manufacturing systems and specialized Deep UV and medical lasers. Historically, IPG’s product and strategic updates have not always translated into immediate price strength, even when operationally positive. Investors may watch how these offerings influence future earnings, while also monitoring ongoing insider selling activity reported in recent Form 4 filings and broader sector sentiment in semiconductor equipment.

Key Terms

femtosecond, picosecond, deep uv, directed energy, +4 more

8 terms

femtosecond medical

"array of picosecond and femtosecond ultrafast laser sources on display"

A femtosecond is one quadrillionth of a second (0.000000000000001 s), a unit used to measure extremely fast events such as atomic and molecular motions or laser pulses. Investors care because technologies that operate on this timescale—advanced lasers, ultrafast chips, precision manufacturing and some medical imaging or treatment tools—can offer significant performance advantages, create new product categories, or provide competitive edge and licensing opportunities.

picosecond technical

"array of picosecond and femtosecond ultrafast laser sources on display"

A picosecond is a unit of time equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a second, used to measure extremely fast events like light pulses or electronic switching. For investors, picosecond-scale differences matter because they describe how quickly chips, fiber networks, or trading systems can operate; even tiny speed advantages can translate into better product performance, lower costs or competitive edge that affect revenue and valuation.

deep uv technical

"a new 10 W pulsed Deep UV laser module designed for precision applications"

Deep UV refers to the portion of ultraviolet light with very short wavelengths (roughly 200–280 nanometers) that is powerful enough to damage DNA and inactivate viruses and bacteria. Investors should care because products using deep UV — like disinfection lamps, air purifiers, and surface sanitizers — can drive sales, require regulatory clearance for safety, and carry technical and material challenges similar to fitting a powerful lightbulb into everyday devices without harming people or degrading components.

directed energy technical

"directed energy solutions for mission-critical defense applications"

Directed energy describes weapons or tools that send concentrated beams of energy—such as lasers, microwaves, or particle streams—toward a target to heat, disable, or disrupt it rather than using conventional projectiles. Like using a magnifying glass to focus sunlight on a single spot, these systems can deliver effects at speed and with precision. Investors watch directed energy because it drives defense and high-tech spending, influences regulatory and export rules, and carries long development timelines and maintenance costs that affect company value.

dual-comb spectroscopy medical

"Femto-COMB laser ... provides researchers with unmatched dual-comb spectroscopy"

Dual-comb spectroscopy is a laser-based method that rapidly measures the unique light absorption patterns of molecules by comparing two finely spaced sets of light frequencies, like using two combs with interlocking teeth to read a chemical fingerprint. Investors care because it delivers faster, highly precise detection for applications such as pharmaceuticals, environmental monitoring, industrial quality control, and medical diagnostics, which can shorten product development, improve process control, and create new market opportunities.

vacuum ultraviolet technical

"148 nm vacuum ultraviolet laser source for high resolution spectroscopy"

Vacuum ultraviolet is a band of ultraviolet light that is so energetic it is absorbed by air and must be generated and used in a vacuum. Think of it like a special, high-energy flashlight that only works inside a sealed chamber; it reveals and alters surfaces with much finer detail than ordinary light. Investors care because vacuum-ultraviolet tools are key in advanced chip making, surface analysis and sensor manufacturing, driving demand for specialized equipment and materials and affecting costs and competitive advantage.

volume bragg gratings technical

"High efficiency volume Bragg gratings for 2-3 micron spectral region"

Volume Bragg gratings are thin, patterned regions inside a clear material that act like finely spaced grooves for light, reflecting or passing only particular colors or directions much like a prism or the grooves on a record direct sound. Investors care because they enable precise control of lasers and optical signals for applications such as telecommunications, sensing, medical devices and lidar; companies using them can gain efficiency, performance and product differentiation in photonics markets.

metrology technical

"dual-comb spectroscopy and metrology capabilities"

Metrology is the science and practice of making measurements accurate, consistent and traceable so numbers about size, weight, temperature or other properties mean the same thing everywhere. For investors it matters because reliable measurement underpins product quality, regulatory compliance and manufacturing efficiency—like using a well-calibrated ruler so every part fits—reducing recalls, legal risk and wasted costs that can affect a company’s earnings and reputation.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: IPGP), the global leader in fiber laser technology, will showcase new and innovative laser solutions at the 2026 SPIE Photonics West Exhibition, January 20-22, 2026, in San Francisco.

The 1,200-square-foot booth will feature numerous displays of laser components, laser sources and integrated technologies designed to enable the advancement of scientific research and optimize performance of applications including cleaning, welding, cutting, micro-machining, and directed energy.

Outside of the booth, thought leaders from IPG will present on multiple laser technologies and industry topics. Additionally, the company is proudly sponsoring the prestigious SPIE Global Business Forum that focuses on current and emerging trends across the international optics and photonics industry and market. 

Innovating Today. Transforming Tomorrow. SPIE Prism Awards 2026.

IPG Photonics is one of three finalists in the Lasers category for the 2026 SPIE Prism Award. The winner will be announced and honored during a gala evening on January 21. The IPG product that has been nominated is a novel 8-kilowatt compact single-mode laser source with M² < 1.1, which well represents the culmination of 35 years of continuous IPG laser innovation. IPG executives and laser scientists will be in attendance to accept the award.

New Nanosecond Laser Sources for Cleaning and Surface Modification

IPG Photonics continues to deliver groundbreaking laser technologies for cleaning applications that are easier, faster and address a wider range of materials than traditional methods.   New nanosecond laser products on display this year include a 3-kilowatt high-power laser source in an ultra-compact form factor, and a 650-watt air-cooled high-pulse energy laser module.

These products enable manufacturers to clean and prepare surfaces with a non-contact process that is safer and far more sustainable than abrasive blasting or with the use of chemicals.

New High-Precision Deep UV & Green Lasers for Micro-Machining

In addition to the array of picosecond and femtosecond ultrafast laser sources on display, attendees will view a new 10 W pulsed Deep UV laser module designed for precision applications such as semiconductor manufacturing at a 266-nanometer wavelength.  

Adjacent to this are pulsed green wavelength lasers capable of providing high peak power through quasi-continuous wave operation for applications requiring high quality and precision such as additive manufacturing or glass processing.

Laser Technologies for Medical Procedures, Spectroscopy and Metrology

Unlike the wide range of industrial lasers for fabrication from IPG which are typically ytterbium based, here IPG will display pulsed holmium and erbium laser sources, and a continuous-wave thulium laser source which provides ideal wavelengths that are well absorbed by water for sensitive medical procedures and are ideal for polymer applications.

Additionally, IPG presents a Femto-COMB laser operating in the femtosecond regime at mid-IR wavelengths that provides researchers with unmatched dual-comb spectroscopy and metrology capabilities.

New Directed Energy Lasers for Defense Applications

Two new products will be on display in this area, the first being a rack-integrated 30-kilowatt high-power single-mode laser, and the second being an 8-kilowatt single-mode laser in an ultra-compact rack form factor with exceptional beam quality.

These laser sources, plus a 4-kilowatt narrow-band amplifier on display provide a wide range of directed energy solutions for mission-critical defense applications.

New High-Power Lasers and Integrated Precision Welding Solutions

IPG will display a new rack-integrated platform with a 60-kilowatt high-power laser source that delivers significant cost savings and operational advantages for manufacturers, including reduced floor space requirements, simplified integration, and enhanced reliability.  Also new this year is a 500 W single-mode laser module that is air-cooled and offers peak power of 5 kW for high-quality materials processing with low heat input.

For high-speed precision welding applications, on display is a dual-beam laser with industry leading 8 kW single-mode power in the core that is shown connected to a high-power laser scan head with real-time laser weld measurement. These are shown integrated into a control box which enables fast and easy connectivity for applications such as EV battery manufacturing,

To learn more about these IPG technologies in-person, please visit the IPG Photonics booth #1040 in Hall C.

IPG Technical Presentations on Industry Trends and Laser Innovation

Dr. Toby Strite, Senior Director of Strategic Marketing
Industrial applications of diode laser heaters
18 January 2026 • 5:00 PM - 5:20 PM PST

Nikolai Platonov, Director, R&D and Scientific Lasers
8 kW single-mode ytterbium fiber laser with beam quality M²-parameter < 1.1 and SRS-to-signal ratio < -40 dB using direct diode pumping
19 January 2026 • 9:20 AM - 9:40 AM PST

Sergey Vasilyev, Laser Scientist
148 nm vacuum ultraviolet laser source for high resolution spectroscopy
20 January 2026 • 4:50 PM - 5:10 PM PST

Tyler Iorizzo, Scientist, Medical R&D
Effects of fractional laser treatment on articular cartilage
20 January 2026 • 12:05 PM – 12:25 PM PST

Vadim Smirnov
Chief Technology Officer, OptiGrate
High efficiency volume Bragg gratings for 2-3 micron spectral region
20 January 2026 • 9:20 AM – 9:40 AM PST

About IPG Photonics Corporation  

IPG Photonics Corporation is the leader in high-power fiber lasers and amplifiers used primarily in materials processing and other diverse applications. The Company’s mission is to develop innovative laser solutions making the world a better place. IPG accomplishes this mission by delivering superior performance, reliability, and usability at a lower total cost of ownership compared with other types of lasers and non-laser tools, allowing end users to increase productivity and decrease costs. IPG is headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts and has more than 30 facilities worldwide.  

For more information, visit IPGPhotonics.com.  

Contact  

Eugene Fedotoff  
Senior Director, Investor Relations  
IPG Photonics Corporation  
508-597-4713 
efedotoff@IPGPhotonics.com 

FAQ

What is IPG Photonics exhibiting at SPIE Photonics West 2026 (IPGP)?

IPG is showing fiber and integrated laser technologies for cleaning, welding, cutting, micro‑machining, directed energy, medical, spectroscopy, and metrology at booth #1040 in Hall C.

Which IPG product was nominated for the 2026 SPIE Prism Award?

An 8 kW compact single‑mode laser with beam quality M2 < 1.1 was nominated in the Lasers category; the winner is announced January 21, 2026.

What new laser modules for cleaning did IPG announce for SPIE 2026?

New nanosecond cleaning products include a 3 kW ultra‑compact high‑power source and a 650 W air‑cooled high‑pulse energy module.

What high‑power and directed energy lasers is IPG displaying at the show?

IPG will display a rack‑integrated 30 kW single‑mode laser, an 8 kW ultra‑compact single‑mode rack unit, a 4 kW narrow‑band amplifier, and a 60 kW rack‑integrated high‑power platform.

Does IPG have medical and spectroscopy laser demonstrations at Photonics West 2026?

Yes; IPG will show pulsed holmium and erbium sources, a continuous‑wave thulium laser for water‑absorbing wavelengths, and a Femto‑COMB mid‑IR dual‑comb spectroscopy source.