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SPI Lasers plc
Annual Report and Accounts 2007
Highlights
Turnover almost doubled to £13 million
(2006: £7.1 million)
Product sales of £11.7 million
(2006: £4.7 million)
Strong growth in all product areas
50 new accounts in last six months
New product platforms delivered ahead
of schedule
Strong increase in activity in Asia
Strengthened balance sheet following
October 2007 placing raising
£10.5 million (net)
what we do at a glance
MACRO
Cutting and welding of larger parts in industries such as automotive,
white goods, etc.
MICRO
A term for a diverse set of applications that require fine or precise cutting
or welding. These include medical components (e.g. stents), electronic
assembly, printing etc.
medical
A growing range of aesthetic laser applications such as skin resurfacing
and rejuvenation.
Marking
The production of equipment to produce permanent marking on
a wide range of products. Examples include consumer electronics,
semi-conductor, automotive and aerospace.