What Pangolin Laser Systems does

Pangolin Laser Systems is a privately held Orlando, Florida-based company that develops integrated laser show technology for the live entertainment and events industry. The company's product portfolio spans three tiers of hardware — high-end Kvant projectors (Clubmax, Atom XR, Beam Brush, LogoLas, Architect, Epic series ranging from 3W to 1500W), the Unity Lasers line for emerging professionals (ELITE PRO, RAW series), and the new 600 Prestige Beam laser-based moving head — plus the FB4 control hardware platform, the BEYOND and QuickShow design and control software, and safety accessories (Safety Scan Lens, E-STOP splitters, laser safety glasses). Manufacturing is concentrated at the Kvant subsidiary in Slovakia (100% made in Slovakia for Atom XR), with commercial and software operations in Orlando; products are distributed through pangolin.com e-commerce, a registered global dealer network, and direct enterprise sales, reaching 60+ countries via 30 distribution points.

The business model is hardware-anchored and tiered: revenue is generated through unit-priced projector sales ($1,194 entry-level to $4,583+ professional weatherproof, with quote-based enterprise pricing for higher-wattage units), control hardware ($437–$1,256), software licenses (BEYOND sold in Essentials/Advanced/Ultimate tiers with lifetime updates), premium training courses ($150–$250), and accessories. Customer concentration is diversified across 11 segments — touring/festivals (primary), clubs, corporate events, architectural lighting, sports venues, theater, cruise ships, TV/film, advertising, DJs/weddings, and home/hobby — with marquee reference customers including The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, Disney, and Royal Caribbean, but revenue flowing primarily through production companies, rental houses, and dealers serving a community of 50,000+ laser professionals. The company holds US Patents 8,506,087 and 8,681,828 for Safety Scan Lens technology, holds ISO 9001:2008 and TÜV Laser Safety certifications, and has won 18+ ILDA Awards. In May 2026, Pangolin announced a strategic merger with Artistry In Motion to extend into physical special effects, retaining both brand identities.

Name

Pangolin Laser Systems

Legal name

Pangolin Laser Systems

Website

https://pangolin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pangolin Laser Systems is a private Orlando-based company that develops integrated laser show technology — Kvant and Unity laser projectors, FB4 control hardware, and BEYOND/QuickShow software — serving touring productions, festivals, clubs, and entertainment venues across 60+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Laser Show Systems

NAICS

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Backline & Musical Instrument Rentals (Concert/Performance Support) (THAHAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Presentation Remotes & Laser Pointers (HDACAFAF)

Keywords

• Laser show projectors
• Laser control software
• Professional laser displays
• Stage lighting systems
• Laser entertainment equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Laser Projector Sales: Sale of professional laser projectors including Kvant (Clubmax, Atom, Atom XR, Beam Brush, LogoLas, Architect, Epic) and Unity (RAW, ELITE PRO) product lines. Products range from entry-level to high-power professional systems.
2. Control Hardware Sales: Sale of laser control hardware including FB3QS, FB4 Standard, FB4 ILDA, FB4 DMX, FB4 MAX, FB4 External, and FB4 Housing. All include QuickShow software free.
3. Software Licenses: Sale of BEYOND software licenses in three tiers (Essentials, Advanced, Ultimate) with different laser counts and feature sets. Also includes free updates and support for life.
4. Premium Education Courses: Sale of advanced educational courses for laser professionals including Timeline Beam Shows Mastered ($250), How to Draw Laser Graphic Content ($195), How to Program Midi Control Surfaces, and How to Build Large Format Displays ($150).
5. Accessories: Sale of laser projector accessories including brackets, safety products, visualization modules, outdoor protection, control accessories, smoke/haze machines, measurement devices, and cases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pangolin Laser Systems develops, manufactures, and sells an integrated ecosystem of professional laser show technology. The offering includes high-power laser projectors (Kvant and Unity brands ranging from 1.7W to 1500W), network-based laser control hardware (FB3QS and FB4 platforms), industry-standard laser show design software (BEYOND and QuickShow), safety accessories, and premium training courses. The systems are used by lighting designers, touring production companies, venues, and rental houses worldwide for concerts, festivals, clubs, architectural illumination, and broadcast.

Product overview

Pangolin Laser Systems is a comprehensive laser show technology company offering an integrated ecosystem of laser projectors, control hardware, and design software. The product portfolio consists of two primary laser brands: Kvant Lasers (professional-grade projectors including Clubmax, Atom XR, Atom, Beam Brush, LogoLas, Architect, and Epic series ranging from 3W to 1500W) and Unity Lasers (accessible professional lasers including ELITE PRO FB4, RAW FB4, and RAW DMX+ILDA series). Control is facilitated through FB3QS and FB4 hardware platforms (available in Standard, ILDA, DMX, MAX, and External variants). Software offerings include BEYOND (professional tiered software in Essentials/Advanced/Ultimate versions for up to 40 lasers) and QuickShow (beginner-friendly software included free with hardware). The ecosystem is supported by safety accessories (Safety Scan Lens, safety glasses), safety control systems (E-STOP Splitters), premium education courses, and third-party visualization integrations with Depence and other lighting software. In May 2026, Pangolin announced a strategic merger with Artistry In Motion to expand into physical effects alongside laser technology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kvant Lasers: High-end professional laser projectors including Clubmax, Atom, Beam Brush, LogoLas, Architect, and Epic series. Manufactured in Slovakia with focus on European quality standards.
• Unity Lasers
• BEYOND
• QuickShow

Products and services

• Kvant Lasers (sub-brand product line) Premium laser projector brand featuring high-power systems for professional applications, including Clubmax, Atom XR, Atom, Beam Brush, LogoLas, Architect, and Epic series with power outputs ranging from 3W to 1500W. Designed for professional lighting designers, touring productions, and permanent installations.
• Clubmax Series Self-contained laser projector line featuring robust construction, available in 3W to 40W models with IP65 weatherproof variants. Includes MicroWheel grating assembly, motorized dichroic filters, and ArtNET/DMX control. For professional laser show applications.
• Atom XR Series Compact high-power IP65-rated laser projector for touring and rental applications. Features new laser module architecture, Juno scanners, integrated telemetry system, and 5W COB LED blinder. Available in 18W, 30W, and 60W versions. Designed for outdoor touring and large-scale events.
• Atom Series Cost-effective outdoor laser projector with foam aluminum chassis, floating heat sink, Line-X coating, and semiconductor FAC diodes. Available in 42W and 58W models. Suitable for large-scale events and touring applications.
• Beam Brush Series Laser display system capable of changing beam size in real time, replicating moving head and wash light effects through exclusive Beam Brush technology. Available in 7W, 10W, and 40W versions. For shows requiring dynamic beam manipulation.
• LogoLas Series Industrial-grade IP65-certified laser projector for outdoor advertising, signage, and facade illumination, operating from -20 to +40°C. Available in 10W to 40W models. Designed for permanent outdoor advertising installations.
• Architect Series Extremely luminous sky laser for landmark illumination and architectural projection with visibility up to 20+ km. Available in W500B (500W) and W1500B (1500W) models with optional DMX-controlled motorized platform. For large-scale architectural lighting installations.
• Epic Series Most powerful outdoor scanning laser with super-charged RGB output, IP65 industrial design, and motorized dichroic filters. Available in 100W, 170W, and 270W models. For stadium-scale and large outdoor shows.
• Unity Lasers (sub-brand product line) Professional-grade laser brand developed and manufactured by Pangolin and Kvant for emerging professionals, DJs, clubs, and touring applications. Includes ELITE PRO FB4, ELITE PRO FB4 IP65, RAW FB4, RAW DMX+ILDA, and Laser Ray product lines at accessible price points.
• ELITE PRO FB4 Series Indoor professional laser projector for lighting professionals in clubs, corporate events, theaters, and small outdoor shows. Available in 3W to 5W models with integrated FB4 control. For emerging professional users seeking Unity-brand accessibility with FB4 protocol integration.
• ELITE PRO FB4 IP65 Series IP65-rated weatherproof laser projector for touring professionals serving stadiums, arenas, festivals, and mega clubs. Available in 10W to 150W models. The weatherproof rating enables outdoor touring deployments.
• RAW FB4 Series Entry-level professional laser with FB4 control for emerging professionals, providing the same control setup as leading laser companies. Capable of producing atmospherics, text, graphics, logos, and mapping. Available in 3W, 5W, and 10W models.
• RAW DMX+ILDA Series Entry-level laser system for beginners, DJs, clubs, and home/hobby use with native DMX control and ILDA connectivity, LCD display, and sound-active mode. Available in 1.7W to 10W models at accessible price points (RAW 1.7 at $1,194).
• Laser Ray 13 RGB (IP65) Multi-head laser array with high-speed XY scanning in IP65 weatherproof housing for touring. Features six independent heads, integrated DMX control with 210-channel profile assignment, and guaranteed output above 13.2W. Complies with EN 60825-1 and FDA regulations.
• 600 Prestige Beam Super-bright IP66 outdoor moving head with custom RGB laser source outputting 34,500 lumens with millions of lux light intensity. Features zoom, gobos, prisms, RGB color mixing, 540° pan, and 270° tilt. Class 1 laser certified internationally. For large-scale outdoor displays.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50,000 laser professionals in community receiving updates and inspiration
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration24 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Artistry In MotioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 May 2026Strategic merger to create a unified group in the professional special effects industry. Combines Pangolin's laser show technology with Artistry In Motion's physical effects (confetti, atmospheric products). The merged entity maintains both brand identities, retains existing leadership and engineering teams, and expands R&D capabilities, manufacturing resources, and global customer reach. Deal provides expanded access to capital and accelerates product development across the full spectrum of effects for live entertainment applications.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Laserworld: European (Swiss/German) laser show equipment manufacturer with broad distribution. Competes head-to-head with Kvant and Unity across club, touring, and architectural segments.
• X-Laser: U.S.-based manufacturer of professional laser show projectors and control systems for touring, clubs, and DJs. Directly competes with Pangolin's Unity RAW and ELITE PRO lines in the entry-to-mid professional tier.
• LaserAnimation: German manufacturer of professional laser show systems and control software. Competes with Pangolin in high-end professional projectors and in show control software, with comparable ILDA/DMX integration.
• ER Productions: U.K.-based laser show production and equipment company serving major tours (e.g., The Chemical Brothers, Massive Attack). Competes with Pangolin both as an equipment supplier and as a service provider on large-scale tours.
• RTI (Ray Technologies): German high-power laser projector manufacturer known for the Piko and Nano series. Directly competes with Kvant's Atom, Clubmax, and Epic product lines in the touring and architectural categories.

Broad incumbents

• Martin Professional (Harman): Global entertainment lighting incumbent (now part of Harman/Samsung) producing moving heads, LED fixtures, and atmospheric products. Competes with Pangolin broadly in the concert and architectural lighting stack, though not in dedicated laser projection.
• Elation Professional: U.S. distributor and manufacturer of professional lighting fixtures for touring, broadcast, and architectural markets. Comparable go-to-market and customer base, although focused on LED/moving-head fixtures rather than laser projectors.
• Robe Lighting: Czech-based professional moving-head and LED lighting manufacturer serving tours, theaters, and events. Adjacent competitor to Pangolin in the live-event lighting ecosystem and increasingly relevant as moving-head and laser effect lines converge.

Emerging players

• ArKaos: Belgian media-server and video-mapping software company serving live events and clubs. Adjacent competitor to BEYOND in the show-control and visual-content layer, often integrated alongside laser rigs on the same productions.
• disguise: U.K.-based media server and show production platform powering concerts (e.g., Ed Sheeran, U2) and immersive experiences. Comparable at the integration/protocol layer where disguise and BEYOND both serve as show-control brains for large productions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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