Each Laser-based Equipment Assessment (LEA) is carried out by a team of partners which belongs to one of three roles:
- Supplier (SUP): A medium-sized company providing a laser- based equipment with the aim of supplying innovative solutions for manufacturing.
- End User (USR): An industrial company using laser- based equipment for manufacturing searching for novel equipment which increases efficiency and reliability in production.
- Research Partner (RTD): Research institution providing scientific support for development of laser-based equipment advancing the knowledge of European manufacturing technology.