SKAN Group Holdings Ltd, announces its appointment as the exclusive distribution partner in the UK and Ireland for European laser technology manufacturer Diodela. Operating under the name Diodela UK, this partnership marks a significant step in bringing advanced laser welding and laser cleaning technology to the UK and Ireland market, supporting faster, higher-quality, and more efficient manufacturing.
Diodela’s laser systems are designed to deliver unparalleled precision, efficiency and ease of use, making them ideally suited for demanding industrial applications. Manufactured in the European Union, the product range reflects the highest standards of quality, safety and engineering excellence.
The portfolio available through Diodela UK includes three core product lines:
- Handheld Systems – Flexible, user-friendly solutions for on-site and workshop applications
- Automated Systems – High-performance integration for production environments
- Diocell – Fully integrated laser cells providing complete solutions for advanced manufacturing needs
Compared to traditional welding methods, Diodela’s laser technology offers significant performance advantages, including:
- Up to 5x faster welding speeds than MIG
- Up to 10x faster than TIG welding
- Minimal oxidation and reduced metal distortion, reducing post-processing and improving final part quality
- High-strength, high-quality welds
- Enhanced safety and simplified operation
Central to this launch is a significant investment in a state-of-the-art training, demonstration, and development facility in Coventry, established as a Centre of Excellence for laser welding and cleaning technologies. The facility enables manufacturers to test and evaluate systems in real-world scenarios, receive comprehensive training and develop applications tailored to their specific production requirements. It also ensures customers are fully equipped to maximise the safety, operational and commercial benefits of adopting laser-based manufacturing solutions.
Richard Skan, Group Managing Director & Deputy Chairman, Skan Group Holdings Ltd, commented:
“We are delighted to partner with Diodela and bring their exceptional laser technology to the UK and Ireland. This collaboration marks a significant step in bringing advanced laser welding and cleaning technology to the UK and Ireland market, enabling manufacturers to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.”
Eimantas Zopelis Business Developer at Diodela added: “Partnering with the SKAN Group enables us to establish a strong presence in the UK and Ireland. Their technical expertise and new Coventry facility provide an ideal platform to support manufacturers in adopting laser welding and cleaning technologies.”
With this partnership, SKAN Group and Diodela are well positioned to accelerate the adoption of advanced laser welding and cleaning technologies across the UK and Ireland.
