Mike Fruciano

Mike Fruciano is the Distribution Sales Manager - The Americas 3D Printing & Laser Systems at Coherent Inc. Mike brings 25 years of laser systems, laser processing, and materials experience, and is a frequent writer and speaker on these topics. Contact Mike at 602-616-4971 or at mike.fruciano@coherent.com.

Mike FrucianoMay 21, 2019

What types of power meters are available to measure the output of a laser?

If you want to determine your laser output, you can measure it by using a laser power meter. There are…
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Mike FrucianoMay 8, 2019

What is the standard size and thickness of engraving plastic sheet?

The standard sheet sizes we use in the industry for plastic sheet are based on the size of the extrusion presses and…
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Mike FrucianoApril 25, 2019

The Construction of Plastic Sheets for Engraving

Reviewing the basics of plastic sheet materials starts with understanding their construction. Comprised of two parts, a base and a cap…
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Mike FrucianoMarch 7, 2019

Supply Your Shop with Paper Mask

Every laser engraving shop should have paper mask available and ready to use. Available in 6″- or 12″-wide rolls, this…
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Mike FrucianoFebruary 22, 2019

Upgrade Your Laser for Safety

While inherently safe, compact laser systems have become even safer, making an upgrade to a new system valuable. Regulated by…
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Mike FrucianoFebruary 4, 2019

Determining the Right Exhaust System for Your Laser

A by-product of the laser engraving process is smoke; a safe method to evacuate the smoke residue is required. Two…
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Mike FrucianoJanuary 16, 2019

Uncover the Metal Marking Applications with Your CO2 Laser

The stainless-steel key fob is just one of many applications and market places for metal marking with a CO2 laser…
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Mike FrucianoDecember 27, 2018

Using CerMark to Engrave Photos on Glass

The first step when engraving photos on glass is to learn the basics of using CerMark on glass substrates. The…
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Mike FrucianoDecember 17, 2018

Immerse Yourself in the World of Laser Engraving

How do you get proficient using a laser engraving system, laser-friendly materials, and learn about the many markets and business…
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Mike FrucianoDecember 13, 2018

Correct Settings When Using CerMark for Engraving Glass

Using the correct power and speed settings for your laser is critical when working with CerMark on glass. I recommend…
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Mike FrucianoDecember 10, 2018

How do I know if a CO2 laser is right for my shop?

The key tool in your shop is the laser system. What type should you go with? Refer back to your…
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Mike FrucianoNovember 6, 2018

What are the workspace requirements for any laser engraving business?

Note: This response appears in the 2018 issue of START HERE. To ensure that you can access this and other industry-focused…
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Mike FrucianoOctober 25, 2018

What are the different software components a laser needs to operate?

There are two major components to consider. First is the layout software. Typical layout software solutions include CorelDRAW, Adobe Illustrator,…
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Mike FrucianoOctober 15, 2018

Basic Engraving and Cutting Software

CorelDRAW is economical, easy to use, and there are lots of tutorials on how to use this software for laser…
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Mike FrucianoOctober 11, 2018

Why does software training make a difference for engraving specialists?

Professional pilots spend hours and hours practicing on new software so they can do their jobs more efficiently and stay…
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Mike FrucianoOctober 10, 2018

Turbo Charge Your Graphics Software

One feature many experienced CorelDRAW users may not be aware of is that the software can be automated using plug-in…
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