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What should be taken into account when adding a laser to your shop?
When bringing a new laser into your shop, you will need to ensure that there is adequate space around the…
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Does it matter what side a laser user marks glass or acrylic that will be color-filled?
If you plan on paint-filling or color-filling engraved glass or acrylic, make sure you do not engrave on the reverse face. Because…
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How often should the laser optics be cleaned?
Depending on the type of material that you are engraving and the quality of your exhaust system, you may have…
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How long does it typically take to complete a sub-surface engraving job?
The time required is dependent upon numerous factors such as the laser power, the type of information (2-D versus 3-D),…
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What simple adjustments can I make to a design to save time engraving?
By understanding that your laser designs and layouts not only affect the appearance but also the processing time, you may…
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What type of plastic is typically used for name badges and signage?
A typical plastic found in the average engraving shop is the traditional plastic sheet which has a micro-thin colored cap…
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How can I build relationships with other small businesses in the awards industry?
By making connections with other small businesses, you have the ability to call on your new friends and discuss business.…
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What types of fabric are most commonly used for laser marking?
There are two basic classifications of fabrics you will come across when laser marking. One type of fabric is known…
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What are some things my engraving shop can do for the military?
Dealing with or selling your services to the military can be a complex labyrinth of paperwork, contacts, and red tape.…
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Making Block Changes for Repetitive Jobs
Repetitive and mundane engraving jobs can strangely end up being some of your most profitable. Often, these repetitive jobs involve…
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Laser Mark Multiple Passes to Minimize Damage
As a laser engraver, you are going to run into unique products with unique challenges. Using multiple passes helps minimize…
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What is a good practice when laser marking an unknown substrate?
Whenever you are laser marking an unknown product or substrate, it is important that you exercise caution when determining your…
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Laser Engraving Watches: Keep it Simple
Watch backs are often pre-stamped with part numbers, logos, and origin of manufacturing. With all of this information, it can…
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Apply Paint-Fill to Leather
A technique to improve the contrast when laser marking leather is to paint-fill it. Essentially, you need to mask the…
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Using Supplier Packaging for Your Own Laser Fixtures
After a little consideration and ingenuity, you may be able to use that packaging as your own custom holding fixture.…
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What is the importance of fume extraction for laser engraving?
Health, safety, and productivity are the cornerstones when discussing fume extraction. A safe work environment combined with healthy employees will…
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