Kern Laser Systems was founded in 1982 by Gerald Kern, with the main objective to design and manufacture top-quality industrial laser cutting and laser engraving machines to meet demanding production schedules. The company headquarters are located in the beautiful lakes country of Minnesota. The facility consists of a modern 70,000 sq. ft. building with 50 full-time employees.
Kern Laser Systems started by supplying motion systems for the existing computerized rotary engraving machines. As the sealed CO2 lasers became commercially available, Kern incorporated its motion package with the laser, developing a complete turnkey laser cutting and engraving solution. Kern’s vision has always been to manufacture laser systems that will fit the customer’s needs, at an affordable price, with the versatility to suit a variety of industries.
Today, Kern Laser Systems is proudly owned and operated by the first and second generations of the Kern family. Our goal moving forward is to constantly improve our products, improve processing times and continue to offer our customers the best customer service in the laser industry.
USA Made VS Imported: A Customer's Perspective
Personal and Business choices are like people. They come in all shapes and sizes. When laser shopping, some clients choose a foreign-made machine while others elect to purchase a Kern “Made in America” laser system. Choosing between foreign-made and US-made laser systems is one many businesses have to make, but the differences between these two options are, frankly, a world apart. Rich Domikis, Managing Partner of Cabin Digital LLC, a satisfied Kern Laser owner and also the purchaser of a foreign-made laser systems shares his story about his experiences with both.
