Designation of RTM as National Centre for heavy mechanical applications by CNR, within Progetto Laser di Potenza
Participation to the first international calls of the EC, mainly on laser research projects
Transformation in Spa, with Olivetti and Finmeccanica as 50% shareholders
1° prize of the European Community for the research project on laser technology “Laser Beam Welding of Superalloys and Titanium Alloys”
Creation of the Laser Micromachining Department
Capital increase and entry of new Members, either public or private
Constitution in RTM of a Centre of Competence on mechanical applications for the “Consorzio per il Distretto Tecnologico del Canavese”, dedicated to supporting the local SME development and technology transfer
Certification of Quality ISO 9001:2000
Creation of a Laser Beam Welding Department for polymeric material

Acquisition of the first power laser source, a 15 kW AVCO Everett, and consequent focusing of the activities on laser technology and on its industrial applications

Olivetti, Fiat and Finmeccanica founded RTM as a centre for applied research in the sector of machine tools and mechanical technologies